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MEAN BAO Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

MEAN BAO 1139 W TAYLOR ST, CHICAGO 60607 Restaurant
January 10, 2020 Canvass License #2646403
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: FOUND A PROCEDURE ON PREMISES BUT NOT ALL SUPPLIES; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY SUPPLIES TO COMPLETE KIT. PRIORTY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. ADDITIONAL TIME GRANTED.
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.
Violation #37
MAJOR
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO LABEL THE BULK STORAGE CONTAINER NEXT TO THE LARGE FLOOR MIXER.
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.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT AND FLOOR MIXER, WOK, COOKING BURNER AND FRYER.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT.
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.
Violation #58
MAJOR
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: SEE VIO. #60
Inadequate allergen knowledge can cause life-threatening allergic reactions.
Food allergen training required for certified managers.
Certified managers must complete allergen training; Staff must understand major allergens; Prevent cross-contact; Respond to customer inquiries.
Violation #60
CORRECTED MAJOR
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM JAN. 25, 2019 AS REQUIRED; MUST CORRECT. VIOLATION #58----INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 ISSUED.
Deviating from approved procedures removes critical safety controls.
Must comply with all approved plans and procedures.
Follow approved plans; Maintain required records; Operate as permitted; No unauthorized changes.
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
Violation #60
CORRECTED MAJOR
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM JAN. 25, 2019 AS REQUIRED; MUST CORRECT. VIOLATION #58----INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 ISSUED.
Deviating from approved procedures removes critical safety controls.
Must comply with all approved plans and procedures.
Follow approved plans; Maintain required records; Operate as permitted; No unauthorized changes.
This violation was corrected during the inspection.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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