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Whirlyball Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

Whirlyball 1825-1855 W WEBSTER AVE, CHICAGO 60614 Restaurant
January 28, 2020 Canvass License #2245234
10
Total Violations
6
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

10
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: KIT FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS,NO COMPLETED. INSTRUCTED F TO MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES ON SITE(GLOVES,GARGLES,ETC). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED. NEW INFORMATION GIVEN
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.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO PAPER TOWELS PROVIDED AT HANDWASHING SINKS AT BOTH BARS(FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-030(C),CITATION ISSUED
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: ONLY ONE COMPARTMENT SINK PROVIDED BEHIND BAR AREA WHICH IS USED MULTIPLE PURPOSE( FOR HANDWASHING AND TO DUMP FOOD LIQUID), AT FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AN HANDWASHING SINK AT MENTIONED AREA(PROVIDE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-030(C)"CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE CITATION"
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER AT SECOND FLOOR BAR NOT ACCESSIBLE TO BE FILLED AND USED.UNIT IS INSTALLED UNDER THE BAR COUNTER BEHIND DISCHARGE PIPES,UNABLE TO FILL DISPENSER PAPER.INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE SAID UNIT OR REMOVE DISCHARGING BEER HOSES/PIPES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION:7-38-030(C)"CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE CITATION"
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #23
CRITICAL
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: OBSERVED PREPARED TCS FOODS NOT PROPERLY DATE LABELED. MUST PROPERLY DATE LABELED FOODS WITH AN EXPIRATION DATE NO LONGER THAN 7 DAYS ON ALL TCS FOODS(COOKED CHICKEN,CUT FRUIT,ETC). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Inadequate reheating fails to kill bacteria that grew during storage.
Foods must be reheated to 165°F within 2 hours.
Reheat to 165°F within 2 hours; Use proper equipment (not hot holding units); Discard if not reaching temperature in time.
Violation #25
MINOR
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: MUST PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY (ON SITE), REMINDER (IN THE MENU), AND DISCLOSURE (BY THE FOOD ITEMS) FOR ALL UNDER-COOKED FOODS OR COOK TO ORDER FOODS(HAMBURGER ETC). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Dirty surfaces attract pests and can contaminate food indirectly.
Non-food contact surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean as often as necessary; Remove grease and debris; Maintain equipment exteriors; Keep walls, ceilings, floors clean.
Violation #37
MAJOR
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH COMMON FOOD NAMES; FLOUR, SUGAR, ETC., WHEN FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL PACKAGING. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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 #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES IN THE 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO 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.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: MUST REPAIR LEAKY PIPES UNDERNEATH/BEHIND THE 2ND FLOOR BAR. REPAIR LEAKY HANDLE ON LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: MUST REPAIR LEAKY PIPES UNDERNEATH/BEHIND THE 2ND FLOOR BAR. REPAIR LEAKY HANDLE ON LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

Health Department Information

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