FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
NEW CHINA RESTAURANT INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 24, 2012
Canvass
License #2133867
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: NOTED SEVERAL MICE DROPPIHGS BEHIND THE CHEST FREEZER ON FLOOR AND ON LIGHT SHEILD AT THE REAR. REAR SCREEN DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO KEEP DOORS TIGHT FITTING BY PUTTING A SWEEP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR. CITATION ISSUED FOR INADEQUATE PEST CONTROL TICKET#H000080577-11 VIOLATION#7-38-020 HEARING LOCATION 400 W SUPERIOR RM#112 HEARING DATE 11-1-2012 HEARING TIME3:00PM INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CORRECT ALL VIOLATIONS BY 10-1-2012 AND TO HAVE A CURRENT PEST CONTROL RECEIPT AFTER TODAY'S BY 10-1-2012
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #30
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: NOTED FOOD CONTAINERS NOT PROPERLY LABELED.INSTRUCTED MANAGMENT TO HAVE ALL CONTAINERS LABELED IN ENGLISH AS WELL AS CHINESE.
Why This Matters
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Food Code Requirement
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Specific Requirements
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.15
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: ALL HOT LINE EQUIPMENT,SHELVING,TABLE SHELVING,CUTTING BOARDS VENTALATION HOOD SCREENS AND HOOD AND HOOD BACKING NEEDS CLEANING.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: ALL HOT LINE EQUIPMENT,SHELVING,TABLE SHELVING,CUTTING BOARDS VENTALATION HOOD SCREENS AND HOOD AND HOOD BACKING NEEDS CLEANING.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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