TRIPLE CROWN RESTAURANT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: MANAGER CAN NOT PRODUCE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES FOR ALL EMLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NO CITATION ISSUED.

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: MANAGER MUST HAVE VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP POLICY AND EQUIPMENT FOR POLICY ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NO CITATION ISSUED

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: FOUND A BLACK SUBSTANCE ON THE WALLS IN THE WALK IN COOLER WHERE ALL FOOD IS BEING STORED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL WALLS AND REMOVE BLACK SUBSTANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005

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.

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: FOUND VARIOUS FOOD ITEMS IN REACH IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE PORK, CHICKEN AND SHRIMP ITEMS AT IPROPER TEMPERATURES OF 53.0 DEGREES TO 65.0 DEGREES. ALL FOOD HAS BEEN DISCARD AT THIS TIME. TOTAL VALUE $ 200.00 50 pounds PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005

Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.

Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.

Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: FOUND REACH IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 50.8 DEGREES AIR TEMPERATURE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CORRECT REACH IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN REACH IN COOLER IS BEING HELD FOR INSPECTION ATT THIS TIME. UNIT MAY NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY THE CDPH. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 40-45 SMALL FLIES IN BASEMENT DISH AREA, OBSERVED 10-12 ROACHES IN BASEMENT DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL TO REMOVE ALL INSECTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 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: OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF ALL COOLERS. 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: FOUND PREP TABLES IN BASEMENT, STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT, STORAGE SHELVES IN WALK IN RUSTY AND WITH LARGE AMOUNTS OF DEBRIS BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.

SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: FOUND WASTE LINE FROM AIR CONDITIONING UNIT DRAINING INTO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCONTINUE THE DRAINAGE INTO 3 COMP SINK.

Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.

All waste water must be properly disposed.

Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE AT THE TOP AND SIDES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FREE FROM GREASE BUILD UP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON THE FLOORS AND SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN TO REMOVE SPILLS, FOOD DEBRIS, DIRT BUILDUP AND/OR GREASE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED EXPOSED CEILING ABOVE THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED FOOD MANAGER TO COVER THE CEILING SO THAT IT IS SEALED, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE IN ALL PREP AREAS.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING CEILINGS TILE PANELS AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND REPLACE MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES.

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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED CEILING AIR VENT WITH DUST BUILDUP IN THE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED CEILING AIR VENT WITH DUST BUILDUP IN THE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.