FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Hospital
March 21, 2023
Complaint
License #2205577
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #29
CRITICAL
Violation Details
COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP - Comments: No records ( temp logs) kept on site for ROP special process, instructed manager to keep records on site for review and maintain. priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
Why This Matters
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Food Code Requirement
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Specific Requirements
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-201.14
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: Inadequate insects control. Found about 50 live fruit flies scattered in main kitchen, instructed to eliminate insects activity in all affected areas and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(A)
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: Inadequate insects control. Found about 50 live fruit flies scattered in main kitchen, instructed to eliminate insects activity in all affected areas and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(A)
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection