WHITE CASTLE #57 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: FOUND NO VOMIT OR DIARRHEA PROCEDURE OR CLEAN UP SUPPLIES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: FOUND HOT WATER IN THE 2 CUSTOMER TOILET ROOMS HAND WASHING SINKS AT 60.3F. A HAND WASHING SINK SHALL BE EQUIPPED TO PROVIDE WATER AT A TEMPERATURE OF AT LEAST 100F THROUGH A MIXING VALVE OR COMBINATION FAUCET. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(c)

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED SIDE EXIT DOOR NEAR THE TOILET ROOMS WITH AN APPROXIMATE 2 INCH GAP ON THE BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A TIGHT SEAL TO PREVENT RODENT OR PESTS.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE SIDE OF THE FRYERS, UNDER THE GRILL, BEHIND THE COFFEE MAKERS WITH AN ACCUMULATION OF GREASE AND DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO 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: OBSERVED GREASE LEAKING FROM DRAIN PIPE, WATER LEAKING FROM WATER PURIFIER SYSTEM, AND SWEETENER BAG IN THE BOX(SODA DISPENSING)LEAKING IN THE BASEMENT ONTO THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN

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.

SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED GREASE LEAKING FROM DRAIN PIPE, WATER LEAKING FROM WATER PURIFIER SYSTEM, AND SWEETENER BAG IN THE BOX(SODA DISPENSING)LEAKING IN THE BASEMENT ONTO THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN

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.