NORI SUSHI & NOODLE SHOP Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AT PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-010. MUST PROVIDE.

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: FOUND NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.7-38-005. MUST PROVIDE.

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: FOUND SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AND SIGNAGE AT PREP SINK AT SUSHI PREPARATION AREA. MUST REMOVE ITEMS FROM PREP 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.

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: FOUND READY TO EAT FOOD HELD MORE THAN 24HOURS WITH NO SEVEN DAY CONSUME BY DATE.(SUSHI) PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005. MUST LABEL PROPERLY.

Inadequate reheating fails to kill bacteria that grew during storage.

Foods must be reheated to 165°F within 2 hours.

Reheat to 165°F within 2 hours; Use proper equipment (not hot holding units); Discard if not reaching temperature in time.

CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: FOUND NO REMINDER DISCLOSURE STATEMENT WRITTEN INSIDE MENU.(RAW SUSHI).PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.7-38-005. MUST PROVIDE.

Dirty surfaces attract pests and can contaminate food indirectly.

Non-food contact surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean as often as necessary; Remove grease and debris; Maintain equipment exteriors; Keep walls, ceilings, floors clean.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: FOUND BULK FOOD NOT LABELED.(RICE, FLOUR, SUGAR, ETC. MUST LABEL PROPERLY.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FOUND EVIDENCE OF MICE AT PREMISES. OBSERVED ABOUT 80 MICE DROPPINGS AT PREMISES. DROPPINGS FOUND ALONG WALLS AND UNDER RACKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-020A. MUST REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE SURFACES AND NOTIFY PEST CONTROL OPERATOR.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: FOUND CUTTING BOARD AT FRONT PREPARATION AREAS NOT CLEAN WITH SOME PITTING. MUST REFINISH AND CLEAN OR REPLACE.

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: FOUND EXTERIOR OF 2 GREASE TRAPS UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS NOT CLEAN.(GREASE BUILD UP). MUST DEGREASE/CLEAN. INTERIOR OF FRYER WITH ACCUMUALTED GREASE. MUST CLEAN.

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.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREAS NOT CLEAN. GARBAGE SPILLAGE SURROUNDING DUMPSTER AND GREASE CONTAINER. GREASE CONTAINER EXTERIOR WITH GREASE BUILD UP.PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED.7-38-020B. MUST CLEAN OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREAS AND CLEAN EXTERIOR

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN BEHIND AND UNDER EQUIPMENT. LITTER, DEBRIS AND ACCUMULATED GRIME. MUST CLEAN AND SANITZE.

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: FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN BEHIND AND UNDER EQUIPMENT. LITTER, DEBRIS AND ACCUMULATED GRIME. MUST CLEAN AND SANITZE.

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.