PASS
Risk 1 (High)
SUBWAY Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
August 14, 2023
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #1938179
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
5
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: 4-204.112(B) OBSERVED THE AMBIENT AIR THEREMOMETER IN THE WALK-IN COOLER NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.112 OBSERVED DEAD GNATS ON THE FLOOR NEXT TO THE WALK-IN FREEZER AND THE OFFICE AREA BOTH AT THE REAR OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 #40
MINOR
Violation Details
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: 2-402.11 OBSERVED ONE FEMALE AND ONE MALE FOOD HANDLER WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS, WHILE IN PREPARING SANDWICHES. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES WHILE IN FOOD PREP AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Violation #43
MINOR
Violation Details
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: 3-304.12 OBSERVED 3-4 BEVERAGE DISPENSER NOZZLES SOAKING/ BEING CLEANED IN A METAL BOWL ON THE FLOOR IN UNDER THE DRAINBOARD OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO SIT ALL FOOD RELATED EQUIPMENT ON APPROPRIATE SURFACES, WHILE BEING CLEANED AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.
Food Code Requirement
In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.
Specific Requirements
Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.12
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-201.11 OBSERVED THE MECHANICAL SINK STOPPER FOR THE SANITIZING COMPARTMENT NOT ADEQUATELY DRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.15 OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE PIPE UNDER THE SANTIZING COMPARTMENT ON THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. ASLO, OBSERVED WHEN THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IS IN USE, THE FLOOR DRAIN; DRAINS SLOW. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE SAID LEAK AND SLOW DRAINING FLOOR DRAIN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.15 OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE PIPE UNDER THE SANTIZING COMPARTMENT ON THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. ASLO, OBSERVED WHEN THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IS IN USE, THE FLOOR DRAIN; DRAINS SLOW. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE SAID LEAK AND SLOW DRAINING FLOOR DRAIN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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