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VIET HOA PLAZA Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

VIET HOA PLAZA 1051 W ARGYLE ST, CHICAGO 60640 Grocery Store
April 23, 2012 Canvass License #10540
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #3
CRITICAL
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE: FOUND ON SELLING SHELF VARIOUS KIND OF COOKED RICE NODDLE AT TEMP OF 59.7F - 60.4F AND 61.4F. SOME OF THE PACKAGE STATED "KEEP REFRIGERATED". COLD POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MUST MAINTAIN TEMP OF 40F AND BELOW, OR MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF BEING SHELF STABLE OBTAINED FROM A FOOD LAB FOR pH AND WATER ACTIVITY. FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED POUNDS 53, VALUE $53. CRITICAL VIOLATION: 7-38-005(A).
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.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: REPAIR BROKEN PLASTIC FLOOR TILES IN REAR STORAGE, IN BASEMENT AREA.NEED TO SWEEP FLOOR UNDER THE WOOD PALLETS IN ALL WALK-IN COOLERS AND WALK-IN FREEZERS,ACCUMULATED DEBRIS MUST CLEAN OR REPLACE WOOD PALLETS WITH RAISED SHELVES. ELEVATE 6" OFF THE FLOOR ITEMS STORED INSIDE ALL WALK-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: WALLS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER IN BUTCHER'S AREA BROKEN,INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH, CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL
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.
Violation #37
MAJOR
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: BOTH STAFF WASHROOM DOORS MUST BE SELF CLOSED.
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #37
MAJOR
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: BOTH STAFF WASHROOM DOORS MUST BE SELF CLOSED.
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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