JOHN'S LIVE POULTRY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Live poultry

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND SINK.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SIGNAGE AND TO MAINTAIN.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO BARRIER BETWEEN HAND WASHING SINK AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE A BARRIER BETWEEN HAND SINK AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT HANDSINK IN PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE SANITARY MEANS TO DRY HANDS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) NO CITATION ISSUED.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED - Comments: OBSERVED RAW CHICKENS AND EGGS TOUCHING IN FRONT COOLER. MUST SEPERATE TCS FOODS DURING STORAGE TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Improper storage allows contamination from dripping, pests, and cross-contamination between foods.

Food must be protected from contamination during storage and display.

Store 6 inches off floor; Cover all food; Separate raw from ready-to-eat; Proper storage order; Protect from overhead contamination; Use sneeze guards.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE METAL STEM THERMOMETER TO ACCURATELY MEASURE INTERNAL FOOD TEMPERATURES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: ALL QUAIL EGGS PACKAGED ON A PLASTIC BAG FOR SALE MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED WITH COMPANY'S NAME, ADDRESS,AND NAME OF THE PRODUCT AND OZ.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINT WHEN PREPARING THE CHICKEN IN THE PREP AREA TO CONFINE THE HAIR.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED RAW, UNEVEN WOOD SURFACE AT FRONT COUNTER AREA. MUST MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST SEAL TO MAKE NON-POROUS.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DEBRIS BUILD UP ON EQUIPMENT. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL EQUIPMENT.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER THROUGHOUT FACILITY. OBSERVED TEMPERATURE OF 72.3F AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK; 73.8-77.5F AT HANDSINKS/WASHBOWL SINKS. INSTRUCTED MUST HAVE MINIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 120F AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK; 100F AT ALL HAND SINKS AND WASHBOWL SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.

Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.

Adequate hot and cold running water required.

Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.

SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED WATER BACKING UP AND OVERFLOWING ON TO FLOOR FROM FLOOR DRAIN UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MUST REPAIR TO ALLOW ALL WASTE WATER TO DRAIN PROPERLY. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.

Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.

All waste water must be properly disposed.

Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: UNISEX WASHROOM WASTE RECEPTACLE MUST BE PROVIDED WITH LID/COVER FOR FEMININE ITEMS.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED TOILET OVERFLOWS WHEN FLUSHED.which COMES OUT FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE TOILET ON TO THE FLOOR. MUST REPAIR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38- NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-030c

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DEBRIS BUILD UP ON VENTILATION FANS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOOR IN THE PREP AREAS, REAR STORAGE AREA, UNDER THE CHICKEN CAGE, AND OUTSIDE THE EXIT DOOR WITH BIRD'S FEATHERS, BLOOD AND BIRD'S FECES AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, AND SANITIZE THE AREAS AND MAINTAIN. FLOOR IN THE FRONT SERVING NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING ALSO. WALLS AND CEILING BEHIND THE BIRD'S CAGE NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOORING (UNEVEN FLOORS; LARGE CRACKS, WATER POOLING IN AREAS, ETC.) THROUGHOUT PREP AREA AND FRONT CUSTOMER SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST REPAIR. OBSERVED WALLS AND CEILINGS IN PREP AREA HEAVILY SOILED. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE. OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DIRT, DEBRIS BUILD UP ON INSIDES OF CHICKEN CAGES. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL CAGES. OBSERVED DAMAGED/ HEAVILY SOILED PLASTIC CURTAIN HANGING IN DOORWAY. MUST REPLACE.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: BROKEN/CRACKED SOLID LIGHT SHIELD IN THE PREP AREA . MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED UNCOVERED LIGHTS ABOVE HALLWAY ABOVE CHICKEN CAGES. MUST PROVIDE LIGHTS SHIELDS FOR ALL LIGHTING ABOVE CHICKENS.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: ONE OF THE EMPLOYEE HAS NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WITHIN 30 DAYS.

Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.

Smoking prohibited in food establishments.

No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: ONE OF THE EMPLOYEE HAS NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WITHIN 30 DAYS.

Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.

Smoking prohibited in food establishments.

No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.