PASS
Risk 2 (Medium)
NORTHSTAR COFFEE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Hot dog station
August 11, 2011
Canvass
License #50696
4
Total Violations
2
Major
2
Minor
Inspection Summary
This hot dog station was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on August 11, 2011. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 2 (Medium), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR CABINETS UNDERNEATH 3 COMP. SINK AND MICROWAVE OVEN IN THE BREAK ROOM.
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASES, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT(POP MACHINES) AND IN SEMI-ENCLOSED AREA WHERE HOT DOG STATION IS LOCATED.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: EXIT DOORS ON BOTH SIDES OF THE HOT DOG STATION AND THROUGHOUT THE HOME DEPOT MUST BE REPAIRED AT CENTERS AND BOTTOMS. REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES IN MOP SINK CLOSET. CLEAN WALLS IN HOT DOG STATION AREA. CLEAN ALL DUSTY CEILING VENTS IN WASHROOMS.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: EXIT DOORS ON BOTH SIDES OF THE HOT DOG STATION AND THROUGHOUT THE HOME DEPOT MUST BE REPAIRED AT CENTERS AND BOTTOMS. REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES IN MOP SINK CLOSET. CLEAN WALLS IN HOT DOG STATION AREA. CLEAN ALL DUSTY CEILING VENTS IN WASHROOMS.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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