PASS
Risk 3 (Low)
TRIPLE A SERVICES, INC. Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Wholesale
February 3, 2010
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #4528
5
Total Violations
2
Major
3
Minor
Inspection Summary
This wholesale was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on February 3, 2010. The inspection type was "Canvass Re-Inspection" and resulted in a Pass outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 3 (Low), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 5 violations during this inspection.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. INSTRUCTED TO PAINT ALL RUSTY RACKS/SHELVES/EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE BUILD-UP FROM COMPRESSOR AND PIPING INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL RAW WOOD DRY STORAGE SHELVES. SOME CARTS USED FOR FOOD IN POOR REPAIR, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF DEEP FRYERS, UNDER, AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT, FAN GRID COVERS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS, MULTI-USE UTENSILS/EQUIPMENT RACKS BY THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OPENINGS AT FLOORS IN WALK-IN FREEZER, REMOVE ICE BUILD-UP FROM FLOORS IN WALK-IN FREEZERS, REPAIR CRACKED FLOOR SECTIONS AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AREA, REPAIR SOME FLOOR SECTIONS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, AND CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE AT FOOD STORAGE AREA AND HARD TO REACH CORNERS AT PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS TO REMOVE BUILD-UP.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: -030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SOME CEILING SECTIONS ABOVE FOOD STORAGE AREAS NEED TO BE REPAIRED AND MAINTAINED IN GOOD REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STAINS AND SPLATTERS AT CEILING PANELS IN FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE STAINED CEILING PANELS AT FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPING AND CONDUITS AT COMMISSARY FOOD STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WALL BASE COVING AT PREP AREA AND PROVIDE WALL TILES AT MISSING SECTIONS NEXT TO WALK-IN FREEZER.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: -030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SOME CEILING SECTIONS ABOVE FOOD STORAGE AREAS NEED TO BE REPAIRED AND MAINTAINED IN GOOD REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STAINS AND SPLATTERS AT CEILING PANELS IN FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE STAINED CEILING PANELS AT FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPING AND CONDUITS AT COMMISSARY FOOD STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WALL BASE COVING AT PREP AREA AND PROVIDE WALL TILES AT MISSING SECTIONS NEXT TO WALK-IN FREEZER.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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