PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 2 (Medium)
VIET HOA PLAZA Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
April 23, 2012
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License #10540
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #3
CRITICAL
Violation Details
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).
Why This Matters
Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.
Food Code Requirement
All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-201.11 - 2-201.13
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
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.
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: 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
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 #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
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.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
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.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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