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SUBWAY Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SUBWAY 1020 W BELMONT AVE, CHICAGO 60657 Restaurant
June 20, 2011 Canvass License #1272424
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #4
MAJOR
SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION CONTROLLED I.E. CUTTING BOARDS, FOOD HANDLERS, UTENSILS, ETC - Comments: All food shall be protected from contamination and the elements, and so shall all food equipment, containers, utensils, food contact surfaces and devices, and vehicles. SOURCE OF CONTAMINATION.OBSERVED INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WATER RESERVOIR AND ICE DISPENSER(POP MACHINE) WITH BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE DRIPPING INTO WATER WHERE ICE IS MADE.TAGGED UNIT" HELD FOR INSPECTION" DO NOT USE ICE .BUY BAGGED ICE FROM A RETAIL FOOD LICENSE.INVOICE OF PURCHASE MUST BE PROVIDED ON REINSPECTING UNIT.CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-005(A) H000073166-16
These activities introduce saliva and contaminants into food areas, potentially spreading bacteria and viruses to customers.
Food employees must not eat, drink, or use tobacco in food preparation areas.
Eating, drinking, tobacco use only in designated areas; Closed beverage containers with straw allowed in some areas; Proper tasting using clean utensil each time; No personal items in food prep areas.
Violation #6
CRITICAL
HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS. - Comments: All employees who handle food shall wash their hands as often as necessary to maintain a high degree of personal cleanliness and should conform to hygienic practices prescribed by the Board of Health.POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES.OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS HANDLING READY TO EAT FOOD,TOUCHING NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACE, SUCH AS HANDLING MONEY,TOUCHING EQUIPMENT, THAN GOING BACK TO TOUCHING READY TO EAT FOOD WITHOUT WASHING HANDS PRIOR TO PUT-ON FOOD GLOVES.INFORMATION GIVEN ON HAND WASHING.CRITICAL VIOATION:7-38-010(A) H000073165-15
Hands are #1 vehicle for pathogen transfer. Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods causes majority of foodborne outbreaks.
Proper handwashing and no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Wash hands for 20 seconds with soap and warm water; Use utensils, deli tissue, or gloves for ready-to-eat foods; Wash hands after restroom, handling raw foods, touching face/hair, and between tasks.
Violation #11
MAJOR
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Adequate and convenient toilet facilities shall be provided. They should be properly designed, maintained, and accessible to employees at all times. NO HOT OR COLD RUNNING WATER IS PROVIDED AT WASH BOWL IN EMPLOYEE/ CUSTOMERS WASHROOM.ONLY ONE WASHROOM.INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT A PLUMBER.INSTRUCTED TO USE THE WASHROOM ONLY FOR EMPLOYEES AND WASH HANDS AT FRONT EXPOSED HAND SINK.TAGGED WASHROOM.FAX A LETTER WHEN WATER HOT/ COLD IS PROVIDED.FAX #312-746 4240.CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-030 H000073166-16
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
Violation #28
CRITICAL
* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS - Comments: One copy of the Food Inspection Report Summary must be displayed and visible to all customers.PREVIOUS INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT NO DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS FROM 1-14-2010, REPORT #67886.SUMMARY REPORT WAS INSIDE THE OFFICE.A NEW SUMMARY REPORT WAS GIVEN AND POSTED BEHIND FRONT PREP/ SERVING LINE IN DINING AREA.SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-42-010(B) H000073165-15
Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.
Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.
Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.
Violation #28
CRITICAL
* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS - Comments: One copy of the Food Inspection Report Summary must be displayed and visible to all customers.PREVIOUS INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT NO DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS FROM 1-14-2010, REPORT #67886.SUMMARY REPORT WAS INSIDE THE OFFICE.A NEW SUMMARY REPORT WAS GIVEN AND POSTED BEHIND FRONT PREP/ SERVING LINE IN DINING AREA.SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-42-010(B) H000073165-15
Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.
Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.
Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.

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Division Food Protection Program
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