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NAF NAF GRILL Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

NAF NAF GRILL 309 W WASHINGTON ST, CHICAGO 60606 Restaurant
August 23, 2019 Short Form Complaint License #2185079
9
Total Violations
6
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

9
Violation #1
CRITICAL
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: 2-102.14 OBSERVED LICENSEE HOLDER DESIGNATED PERSON IN CHARGE DOES NOT HAVE A ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SAFETY MANAGER CERTIFICATE.DESIGNATED PERSON IN CHARGE DOES NOT HAVE PROOF OF ENROLLMENT INCLUDING OR ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SAFETY MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE OR FOR REVIEW. EDUCATED PERSON IN CHARGE OF PROPER FOOD HANDLING DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES.
Without knowledgeable supervision, critical food safety practices may be overlooked, significantly increasing risk of foodborne illness outbreaks affecting multiple customers.
The person in charge must be present during all hours of operation, hold valid certification, and demonstrate food safety knowledge.
Person in charge must: Be present during all operating hours; Hold valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate; Demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, HACCP principles, and Code requirements; Ensure employee compliance with food safety practices.
Violation #2
CRITICAL
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: 2-101.11 OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT VALID ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER AND CERTIFICATE ON SITE OR POSTED. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST REMAIN POSTED ON SITE AND CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE DURING TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOOD PREP, COOKING, SERVING AND DURING OPERATING HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO VOMITOUS AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT CLEAN UP POLICY IN PLACE AND KIT (GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS, SANITIZER) ON SITE. KIT MUST MATCH POLICY IN PLACE FOR FACILITY. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. 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.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 5-205.11 OBSERVED FACILITY NOT MEETING HAND SINK REQUIREMENTS. HAND SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR HAND WASHING CONTAINERS/ WARE STORED ON TOP OF SPLASH GUARD AND DIRTY WARES STORED IN FROM BLOCKING SINK. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE HAND SINK IS FOR HAND WASHING ONLY AND MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIME. 7-38-030(C) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CITATION CONSOLIDATED WITH BELOW
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.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 6-302.12 OBSERVED FACILITY NOT MEETING HAND SINK REQUIREMENTS; NO HAND DRYING PROVISION IN WARE WASHING AREA HAND SINK. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE HAND DRYING PROVISION (PAPER TOWELS) ARE REQUIRED AT HAND SINK AT ALL TIME. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) 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.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.15 OBSERVED THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISREPAIR ( FAUCET KNOBS DOES NOT TURN OFF WATER FLOW) HOT WATER RUNS CONTINUOUSLY. MUST REPAIR AND 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.
Violation #52
MAJOR
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: 5-402.12 OBSERVED FACILITY GREASE TRAP IN INSIDE NOT MAINTAINED. ACCUMULATION OF GREASE AND DEBRIS ON TOP, BOTTOM, SIDE AND AROUND GREASE TRAP CONNECTED TO THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR OF FACILITY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.16 OBSERVED FACILITY NOT MEETING MOP STORAGE REQUIREMENTS, MOPS STORED DOWN INSIDE UTILITY SINK AND ON FLOOR (CONDITION FOR PEST HARBORAGE). MUST STORE PROPERLY TO MEET REQUIREMENTS 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.16 OBSERVED FACILITY NOT MEETING MOP STORAGE REQUIREMENTS, MOPS STORED DOWN INSIDE UTILITY SINK AND ON FLOOR (CONDITION FOR PEST HARBORAGE). MUST STORE PROPERLY TO MEET REQUIREMENTS 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.

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