TASTE OF CANTON Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: 2-102.14(O) OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-010.

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE NOR ADEQUATE SUPPLIES ON SITE FOR VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

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.

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: 4-602.11(B-E) OBSERVED ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES WITH ACCUMULATED DEBRIS. OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH A BROWNISH SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL.

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED - Comments: 3-501.13 OBSERVED FROZEN BEEF THAWING AT ROOM TEMPERATURE. INSTRUCTED TO THAW TCS FOODS UNDER COLD RUNNING WATER (NO GREATER THAN 70F) OR IN THE REFRIGERATOR AND DO NOT THAW FOODS AT ROOM TEMPERATURES.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF LIVE RODENT AND LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY. OBSERVED ABOUT 30 RODENT DROPPINGS LOCATED BY THE UTILITY SINK IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA AND ABOUT 10 LIVE SMALL FLIES LOCATED ON THE WALLS IN THE HALLWAY OUTSIDE OF THE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-101.19 OBSERVED VENT MISSING FROM THE CONDENSER LOCATED IN THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GRIM ON THE HANDLES AND OUTSIDE OF THE REFRIGERATION UNITS AND IN BETWEEN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, ACCUMULATED DUST AND DIRT DEBRIS ON ALL OF THE LOWER SHELVES OF ALL PREP TABLES, ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE WOK STATION AND FAUCETS AND HANDLES OF ALL SINKS. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST ON ALL VENTS THRU OUT THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: 5-501.15 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATED GREASE ON THE LID OF THE OUTSIDE GREASE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(B).

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.114 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER THRU OUT THE FOOD PREP AREA AND ITEMS BEING STORED ON THE GROUND. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE CLUTTER AND ONLY STORE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: 2-102.13 OBSERVED SOME FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIRMENT.

Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.

Smoking prohibited in food establishments.

No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: 2-102.13 OBSERVED SOME FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIRMENT.

Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.

Smoking prohibited in food establishments.

No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.