FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
SALAM RESTAURANT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 23, 2019
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #2002822
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
2
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #5
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS ON SITE BUT HAS IN-COMPLETE CLEAN UP ITEMS AS OUTLINED IN POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.
Food Code Requirement
Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-501.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYERS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATIONS OF FOOD DEBRIS GREASE BUILD-UP AND TO MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS BEHIND UNDER AND AROUND HEAVY COOKING EQUIPMENTS TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS IN CORNERS OF FOOD PREP AND 3 COMPARTMENT DISH WASHING AREA.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #59
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2315499 DATED:10/08/2019 CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE WITH HEALTH CODES, WE CONTINUE TO OBSERVE EVIDENCE OF LIVE COCKROACHES ON THE PREMISES INFANT AND ADULT LIVE COCKROACHES--(1)LIVE COCKROACH CRAWLING ON EXTERIOR WALL OF WALK-IN-COOLER AND (3)LIVE COCKROACH ON WALL DOOR FRAME OF REAR FOOD PREP AREA AND ON WALL REAR UPPER STORAGE SHELF,(1)LIVE COCKROACH ON SHELF ABOVE THE REAR COOKING STOVE,(2)LIVE COCKROACH CRAWLING ON FLOOR AT REAR NEAR THE MOP SINK AREA AND AT REAR FOOD PREP AREA ACROSS FROM THE STAND-UP 2 DOOR COOLERS.(NO FRUIT FLY ACTIVITY FOUND AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION). MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND REMOVE LIVE COCKROACH ACTIVITY FROM THE AFFECTED AREAS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NOW RECOMMENDED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090.
Why This Matters
Chemical contamination can cause poisoning and chemical burns.
Food Code Requirement
Chemicals must be properly labeled and stored.
Specific Requirements
Original containers labeled; Working containers labeled; Stored below/away from food; Used per label; MSDS available.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 7-201.11
Violation #59
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2315499 DATED:10/08/2019 CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE WITH HEALTH CODES, WE CONTINUE TO OBSERVE EVIDENCE OF LIVE COCKROACHES ON THE PREMISES INFANT AND ADULT LIVE COCKROACHES--(1)LIVE COCKROACH CRAWLING ON EXTERIOR WALL OF WALK-IN-COOLER AND (3)LIVE COCKROACH ON WALL DOOR FRAME OF REAR FOOD PREP AREA AND ON WALL REAR UPPER STORAGE SHELF,(1)LIVE COCKROACH ON SHELF ABOVE THE REAR COOKING STOVE,(2)LIVE COCKROACH CRAWLING ON FLOOR AT REAR NEAR THE MOP SINK AREA AND AT REAR FOOD PREP AREA ACROSS FROM THE STAND-UP 2 DOOR COOLERS.(NO FRUIT FLY ACTIVITY FOUND AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION). MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND REMOVE LIVE COCKROACH ACTIVITY FROM THE AFFECTED AREAS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NOW RECOMMENDED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090.
Why This Matters
Chemical contamination can cause poisoning and chemical burns.
Food Code Requirement
Chemicals must be properly labeled and stored.
Specific Requirements
Original containers labeled; Working containers labeled; Stored below/away from food; Used per label; MSDS available.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 7-201.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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