PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
PIZANO'S Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
July 10, 2015
Canvass
License #2363040
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on July 10, 2015. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass w/ Conditions outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #8
CRITICAL
Violation Details
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME - Comments: OBSERVED THE LARGE LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE IN USE SANITIZING AT 0PPM CHLORINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 50PPM CHLORINE FOR PROPER SANITIZING. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
Why This Matters
Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.
Food Code Requirement
Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.
Specific Requirements
Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds or 180°F at dish surface; Test strips required; Proper contact time.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-501.114, 4-702.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED THE SIDES OF THE PIZZA DECK OVENS WITH ACCUMULATED DUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE EXTERIOR OF THE PIZZA DECK OVENS.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED PLASTIC BEING USED FOR DRAIN STOPPERS AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER DRAIN STOPPERS TO PROPERLY SET UP THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED PLASTIC BEING USED FOR DRAIN STOPPERS AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER DRAIN STOPPERS TO PROPERLY SET UP THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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
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