Heron Valley Jerk Chicken
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2013
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Score
Inspectors have visited Heron Valley Jerk Chicken four times, with records going back to 2012. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 5, 2013. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. Note that Heron Valley Jerk Chicken's inspection history hasn't been updated since Mar 5, 2013; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
That's lower than the typical Chicago restaurant, which scores around 81. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspection History
Mar 5, 2013
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS ANMD IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING AND DAMAGED BASEBOARDS IN ALL AREAS. REPLACE MISSING OUTLET COVERS IN ALL AREAS. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, ETC IN ALL AREAS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREAS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PROVIDE HOT WATER AT UTILITY SINK. REPLACE DAMAGED FAUCET AND HOT WATER HANDLE ON 3-COMP SINK. CLEAN GREASE TRAP.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Feb 26, 2013
Routine
9 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: OBSERVED 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS IN NORTHEAST CORNER UNDER STEAM TABLE, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONG EAST WALL IN REAR PREP AREA, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR AND INSIDE CLOSET IN OFFICE, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR IN FURNACE ROOM, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON COUCH, ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN REAR STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector notes: NO HOT OR TEMPERED WATER AT WASHBOWL IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HOT WATER FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF STEAM TABLES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS ANMD IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING AND DAMAGED BASEBOARDS IN ALL AREAS. REPLACE MISSING OUTLET COVERS IN ALL AREAS. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, ETC IN ALL AREAS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREAS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PROVIDE HOT WATER AT UTILITY SINK. REPLACE DAMAGED FAUCET AND HOT WATER HANDLE ON 3-COMP SINK. CLEAN GREASE TRAP.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT, TIRES, PROPANE TANKS, ETC FROM PREMISES.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE WASHCLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Sep 6, 2012
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, ALONG BASEBOARDS, ETC IN ALL AREAS. REPLACE DAMAGED TILES ALONG WALLS.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES IN STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Aug 30, 2012
Routine
10 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: OBSERVED 40-50 MICE DROPPINGS ON SHELVES ALONG EAST WALL IN REAR STORAGE AREA, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALON WEST WALL IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SEIROUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AT WASHBOWL. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HOT WATER AT WASHBOWL FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL SHELVES IN STORAGE AREAS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, ALONG BASEBOARDS, ETC IN ALL AREAS. REPLACE DAMAGED TILES ALONG WALLS.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: REPAIR SELF-CLOSING DEVICE ON WASHROOM.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING HOT WATER TANK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES IN STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Heron Valley Jerk Chicken last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Heron Valley Jerk Chicken on file is from Mar 5, 2013. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Heron Valley Jerk Chicken?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Heron Valley Jerk Chicken.
Has Heron Valley Jerk Chicken's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Heron Valley Jerk Chicken have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Heron Valley Jerk Chicken 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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