American Medical Association
Last inspected: Mar 13, 2013
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American Medical Association has been inspected six times since 2010. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 13, 2013. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. Public records show no inspections at American Medical Association since Mar 13, 2013, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, showing up five times.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, this is about average. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspection History
Mar 13, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MISSING LABELS ON SPICE AND BULK FOOD CONTAINERS, INSTRUCTED TO LABEL.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FAN COVERS, INSULATION PIPE LINES IN WALK-IN COOLERS NOT CLEAN AND MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE FOUND ON INSULATION, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR SURFACES OF MAIN ICE MAKER NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: PEELING PAINT NOTED ON KITCHEN'S CEILING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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Mar 21, 2012
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Mar 13, 2012
Routine
6 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: (7-38-020) NOTED 22-SMALL/FRUIT FLIES ON WALLS & CEILING AROUND THE DISHROOM AREA; 16-ON THE WALLS OF THE COOLERS; 12-ON THE WALLS & ON DOORS TO THE BATHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AFFECTED AREAS & ELIMINATE/MINIMIZE BREEDING SITES. All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.
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Toxic items properly stored, labeled and used
Inspector notes: (7-38-005A) FOUND 3-CONTAINERS OF CHEMICALS STORED TOGETHER WITH CONTAINERS OF FOOD (PEANUT FOR TOPPINGS & CELERY SALT SHAKER), INSIDE A CABINET UNDER THE BUFFET STATION. INSTRUCTED TO STORE CHEMICALS AWAY FROM FOOD. Only such poisonous and toxic materials as are required to maintain sanitary conditions may be used in food establishments and they shall not be used in any hazardous manner.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: ALL CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES MUST BE REPLACED. All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS ALONG WALLBASES BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT THRU-OUT PREMISES, INCLUDING FLOOR DRAINS-MUST BE KEPT CLEAN. The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: ALL AFFECTED AREAS (WALLS/CEILINGS), DUE TO PEST ACTIVITY MUST BE CLEANED & SANITIZED. ANY OPENINGS AROUND PIPES, ON CEILINGS OR WALLS MUST BE SEALED. The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ANY CLUTTER OR UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN CABINETS UNDER PREP STATIONS MUST BE REMOVED/BETTER ORGANIZED. All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.
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Mar 3, 2011
Tag Removal
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE OVENS IN THE MAIN PREP AREA AND THE EXTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE AT THE HOT LINE IN THE MAIN PREP AREA.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. NO WORKING THERMOMETER PROVIDED FOR THE ICE CREAM FREEZER IN THE MAIN PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE.
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Jan 10, 2011
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED TUNA SALAD AT 57F, HAM SALAD AT 60F, EGG SALAD AT 63F IN THE GRILL PREP COOLER, HAMBURGERS AT 90F INSIDE OF THE GRILL PREP COOLER. OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING ITEMS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE AT THE SALAD BAR: TUNA AT 47F, HAM AT 46F, TURKEY AT 47, CHICKEN AT 46F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 40# OF FOOD WORTH $86. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE OVENS IN THE MAIN PREP AREA AND THE EXTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE AT THE HOT LINE IN THE MAIN PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NO HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER PROVIDED AT THE FROZEN YOGURT MACHINE AT THE SALAD BAR AREA. UNIT TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF THE MACHINE, AND REMOVE PRODUCT. DO NOT USE UNTIL MACHINE HAS BEEN REINSPECTED BY CDPH. FAX REINSPECTION LETTER TO (312) 746-4240.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. NO WORKING THERMOMETER PROVIDED FOR THE ICE CREAM FREEZER IN THE MAIN PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE.
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Apr 5, 2010
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. Observed slight lime build up inside ice machines. Must detail clean/sanitize interior of ice machines and clean/re-organize interior of cabinets at island stations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. Observed standing water on floor under 1-compartment sink cabinet at prep area. Must keep floor dry/clean.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was American Medical Association last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at American Medical Association on file is from Mar 13, 2013. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at American Medical Association?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at American Medical Association.
Has American Medical Association's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at American Medical Association have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at American Medical Association means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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