LA PERLA TAPATIA BAKERY Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS ON SITE BUT HAS IN-COMPLETE CLEAN UP ITEMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN REQUIRED SUPPLIES OR KIT. (NECESSARY ITEMS AT A MINIMUM: GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER/SPRAY THAT KILLS NOROVIRUS) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED -

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER IN MILK REFRIGERATOR BEHIND THE FRONT SERVICE COUNTER.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN VISIBLE THERMOMETER IN COOLERS.

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 & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING SINK STOPPERS FOR THE BAKERY PREP AREA 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 ADEQUATE WORKING SINK STOPPERS AND TO MAINTAIN.

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: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE MILK COOLERS IN THE FRONT SERVICE AND CUSTOMER AREA,BAKERY DRY STORAGE RACKS,DRY STORAGE BINS,ROLLING BAKING CARTS AND PREP TABLE IN THE BAKERY FOOD PREP AREA.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED SMALL WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE UNDERNEATH THE REAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK SHOWED MANAGER.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND TO MAINTAIN.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE WASH ROOMS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE WASH ROOMS.

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 WASH ROOM DOOR NOT SELF CLOSING.INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE.

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: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS BEHIND UNDER AND AROUND BAKING COOKING EQUIPMENTS TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS IN CORNERS OF BAKING PREP AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA.

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: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS BEHIND UNDER AND AROUND BAKING COOKING EQUIPMENTS TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS IN CORNERS OF BAKING PREP AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA.

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.