Rice Food Poisoning

Rice Food Poisoning

Rice is a common cause of food poisoning. Uncooked rice can contain the food poisoning bacteria Bacillus cereus. The bacteria survive even after the rice is cooked, and mishandling can lead to toxin production. Onset of symptoms can be as soon as an hour after and include vomiting and diarrhea.

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Product: Rice

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Report date: Apr 9, 2024
1. Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- comments: 2-101. 11 observed the person in charge at the beginning of the inspection without a city of chicago food service sanitation manager's certificate. Instructed all persons in charge must obtain … See More
a city of chicago food service sanitation manager's certificate and be on site at all times. Priority foundation. Citation issued under violation #2.

2. City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
- comments: 2-101. 11 observed no original/valid city of chicago food service sanitation manager's certificate posted nor on site while tcs foods (cooked rice, beef) are being prepared handled and served to the public. Instructed an original/valid city of chicago food service sanitation manager's certificate must be posted, and the city of chicago food service sanitation manager must be on site at all times the facility is open and operating. When the manager arrived (2:00p), the manager presented a photocopy of the city of chicago food service sanitation manager's certificate. Instructed photocopies are prohibited under the city's ordinance. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-012.

5. Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
- comments: 2-501. 11 observed no adequate supplies on site for responding to the vomit and diarrhea accidents that can potentially occur inside the facility. Instructed to provide at all times. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-005.

10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: 5-205. 11 observed the food prep area handwashing sink blocked with a trash can in front of the hand washing sink and tongs being stored in the basin of the hand washing sink. Instructed to remove garbage can and tongs from handwashing sink; handwashing sink must be used for hand washing only. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c). Citation consolidation with violation above.

10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: 6-301. 11 observed no hand washing cleanser at the hand washing sink located in the food prep area. Instructed to provide hand washing cleanser at all hand washing sinks at all times. Employee provided hand washing cleanser during the inspection. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-030(c).

10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: 6-301. 14 observed no hand washing signs at the hand washing sinks. Instructed to provide at all hand washing sinks.

10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: 5-205. 15(a) observed no hot water at the hand washing sink located in the dishwashing area; at the time of the inspection, the sink was only maintaining 70f. Instructed to provide adequate hot water (at least 100f) at said hand washing sink at all times. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-030(c).

15. Food separated and protected
- comments: 3-302. 11 observed raw chicken being stored above ready-to-eat foods. Instructed to never store raw tcs foods above ready-to-eat foods to prevent any possible contamination. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-005.

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: 6-501. 111 observed evidence of pest activity on site. Observed about 75 rat droppings scattered throughout the basement storage area located on the dry storage shelves, in between the freezer/refrigerator units and in the corner between the storage shelves. Instructed to eliminate rat activity, clean and sanitize affected areas, and recommended contacting pest control for a service. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-020(a).

48. Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
- comments: 4-603. 15 observed cooking pots too large to be submerged in the 3-compartment sink. Instructed to remove large pots or install a larger 3-compartment sink or provide a written procedure on how the facility washes, rinses, and sanitizes the equipment that is too large to be submerged in the 3-compartment sink.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: 4-601. 11(c) observed accumulated grease debris on the vents located above the cooking equipment. Instructed to clean.

51. Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
- comments: 5-205. 15 observed a minor leak of clean water at the bottom of the toilet bowl located in the women's toilet room. Instructed to repair.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: 6-501. 114 observed opened containers of produce stored on the ground in the basement area. Instructed to not store any food items directly on the ground. All food items must be stored at least 6 inches from the ground.

58. Allergen training as required
- comments: 2-102. 13 observed no allergen training certificate provided. Instructed to meet requirements for all city of chicago food service sanitation managers.

61. Summary report displayed and visible to the public
- comments: 8-304. 11(a) observed no most recent inspection report summary posted for the public's view. Instructed always to post the most recent inspection report summary for the public's view at all times. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-42-010(b).

Source: chicago.gov
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Report date: Apr 8, 2024
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observved no hand washing signs or posters near hand washing sinks in front and rear bar area. Must provide hand washing signs and maintain.

23. Proper date marking and disposition
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observed inside walk-in cooler prepared and ready to eat tcs foods such as cooked rice, cooked chicken and cheese sauce. Not properly date labeled the discarded date exceeded. Management voluntarily discarded aproximately 100 lbs of food valu of $200. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

25. Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
- comments: missing the reminder stament on menu for raw or undercooked food. Must provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation. No citation issued.

36. Thermometers provided & accurate
- comments: missing thermometer needed at the front prep cooler. Must provide a thermometer and maintain.

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: evidence of improper pest control inside premises. Observed 20 rat droppings on floor underneath 3-compartment sink in front bar area, on floor behind chest freezer in food prep area and underneath unused lockers in basement. Must clean and sanitize areas. Additional pest control service is needed to elimate pest activity. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020. Citation issued.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: observed an excessive amount of ice build up in chest freezer located in rear food preparation area. Must remove excess ice detail clean and maintain. ,

50. Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
- comments: observed inadequate availability of hot water throghout premises at the 3-compartment sinks and hand washing sinks food ppep area. Water temperature 47. 9f-49. 8f. Instructed to provide adequate supply of hot water above 110. F at the 3-compartment sinks and above 100. F at the hand washing sinks. Priority violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued. Plumber on site hot water has been repair during inspection.

52. Sewage & waste water properly disposed
- comments: observed the 3-comartment sink in rear prep dish area not properly draining slow draining water released from one compartment(basin) backup inside onother compartment when released inside sink. Instructed to repair sink and maintain. Priority violation 7-38-025 citation issued.

53. Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
- comments: observed no covered waste receptable provided in the washrooms. Must provide and maintain

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed dirt and food debris on walls behind all cooking equipment, refrigeration units and behind 3-copartment sinks in all bar areas. Must clean and maintain. Observed excessive food and debris on floor under around and behind all cooking equipment and refrigeration units. Must clean and maintain.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: must clean interior of ceiling light shields in kitchen food prep area.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observed no ventilation in women's washroom. Must provide and maintain.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observed dust accumulation in men's washroom. Must clean and maintain.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observe burn out light bulbs in front kitchen prep area. Must replace burn out light bulbs and maintain.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: must provide adequate lighting inside walk-in cooler located in the basement.

57. All food employees have food handler training
- comments: no proof of food handlers certificates for the required employees. Must provide and maintain.

Source: chicago.gov
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Report date: Apr 8, 2024
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed 40 rodent droppings on the lower surface of the deep fryers in the food prep area. Instructed to remove all droppings, detail clean, sanitize and maintain area. Recommended contacting pest control for … See More
assistance. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued

40. Personal cleanliness
- comments: observed employee in the food prep area not wearing a hair restaint. Instructed to wear a hair restraint when in the food prep area and when preparing/serving food. Maintain same.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: observed the can opener in the rear with food and dirt build up. Instructed to clean and maintain can opener.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: observed the chest freezer in the prep area with thick ice build up and food/dirt on the lower service. Instructed to remove ice build up, clean and maintain freezer.

53. Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
- comments: observed the trash receptacle in the toilet room overflowing. Instructed to clean and maintain toilet room.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed water stained ceiling tiles above the walk in cooler and in the food prep area. Instructed to replace ceiling tiles and maintain.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed the floors in the corners, inside the walk in cooler, under/around the cooking/cooling equipments with dirt, food, grease and debris. Instructed to detail clean and maintain the floors in the rear and front throughout. Also must clean and maintain vents in the toilet room and in the front storage area.

60. Previous core violation corrected
- comments: observed the following core violations from report #2573554 dated 04/03/2023 not corrected and/or maintained. Instructed to correct/maintain the following: #10-observed the facility missing the required handwashing signage at the handwashing sink in the employee toilet room. Instructed to provide and maintain. #39-observed an open 15-25 lb bag of sugar stored in the cabinet at the self-service coffee station. Instructed to properly store said sugar to avoid contaminating the food product and maintain. #49-observed the microwave at the rear dry storage area with severe food debris build up and food splatters. Also, the insta pot (where the rice is cooked) stored on the shelving unit at the food prep area with food debris build up and not maintain. Instructed to clean and maintain said equipment. Priority violation 7-42-090 citation issued

Source: chicago.gov
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Burger King, Raleigh Road Parkway West, Wilson, NC, USA

1 week ago reported by user-kbzh4286

After a busy day at work with only coffee and water all day, I decided to stop at a fast food restaurant for a bite to eat. On February 13, 2024 I visited the Burger King located at 1708 Raleigh Rd Pkwy Wilson NC 27893. I ordered … See More
the Candied Whopper Meal combo. I don't usually eat fast food, but I was pressed for time. I ignored the rude drive thru workers because it was 9:35 pm and they closed at 10:00 pm. I thought to myself why isn't it hot if I just ordered it? I looked through it to make sure I didn't see anything odd or a weird smell. I consumed the meal and it was edible, just not the best. Approximately 5:00 am, I woke up with the worst stomach pains in my life which continued throughout the day. Later that evening, I experienced more cramps and diarrhea. The diarrhea symptoms continued until the next day along with vomiting. I hate to be graphic, but both were gray in color. I immediately called my doctor. I explained the burger was the only solid food I consumed on 02/13/2024 and I hadn't consumed anything else since. She said the symptoms are related to food poisoning and to only consume water until the symptoms go away. The bodily fluids changed from gray to almost clear. After the 4th day, the vomiting and diarrhea stopped. I was told to only consume foods like jello, apple sauce, steamed rice, etc. I called the restaurant twice to report my concerns to the manager. I'm certain I wasn't the only person in line served bad meat that day. The manager referred me to Sanlar Enterprises DBA Burger King at 252-291-5335. I left messages on 02/14/2024, 02/15/2024, and 02/16/2024 without no response. I called the restaurant again explaining I was unable to reach anyone. Again, they said it was nothing they can do. I called Sanlar Enterprises again on 02/29/2024 and was able to reach a live person. The lady remembered the messages I left and said she gave the message to Bob and assumed he called back. She said she would relay the message. After no response, I called again on 04/10/2024. I received a call back today around 5:00 pm. Bob immediately told me he was having a bad day. I told him I was sorry to hear that. He asked for the reason of my call. I explained what happened. His response was " Unless you can present a doctor's note stating BURGER KING gave you food poisoning, there's nothing I can do. Of course you're going to say MY store gave you food poisoning " and chuckled. I said: Sir, my concern is other people could have gotten sick just like me and that store needs to do a better job handling food. Most likely they didn't cook fresh burgers close to closing time. His response was " The Wilson County Health Department are in their all the time, so I don't know what else to tell you". He also said no one else got food poisoning from his store. It took 2 months to get a call back. I should have taken heed as soon as he said he was having a bad day. He could care less of the physical pain, discomfort and sick days I had to give up because of this. If Burger King Corporation has people like this representing their company, they can't get anymore of my hard earned money. If anyone in the Wilson area visited this location on February 13, 2024 and got sick, please leave a comment. Thank you.  | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Cramps, Stomach Pain
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Report date: Apr 5, 2024
6. Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
- comments: observed personal open cup with fluid on kitchen shelf. Instructed manager to remove. Employees shall eat and drink only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food cannot result cross contamination … See More


10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no hand soap in the kitchen hand washing sink and the customer bathroom. Instructed that hand soap must be available at all times. Priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

22. Proper cold holding temperatures
- comments: observed tcs food, salsa verde, and salsa roja at improper cold holding temperatures of 59. 4 f and 57. 4 f stored in a two-door prep cooler. The person in charge voluntarily discarded and denatured 8 gallons of salsa value, approximately $200. Instructed person in charge that all cold foods must be held at 41f or below at all times. Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

37. Food properly labeled; original container
- comments: observed no food label on packaged granola. Instructed manager to provide the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor, and the name of the food source for each major food allergen contained in the food. Instructed to provide.

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed approximately 35-40 live small flying insects at the site during inspection in the following areas: in dishwashing area 10, in food prep area 10, in basement storage area 15 to. Recommend contacting pest control to eliminate pest activity. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

39. Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
- comments: observed exposed sewage pipes above basement food storage. The manager instructed to either encase the said pipes with smooth surface durable material or remove the food underneath the pipes and maintain.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: noted assorted food items (potatoes and rice) inside coolers and hot hold units and food stored inside grocery bags. Instructed to store all food items inside approved food-grade containers or storage bags.

54. Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
- comments: observed small amount of grease on the outside grease trap. Instructed to clean and maintain.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observed build-up of grease on filters in the ventilation system in the front and rear prep areas. Instructed the person in charge to clean and maintain.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observed no light shields and no end caps on light fixtures in a food preparation area and basement storage. Managment instructed to install and maintain.

Source: chicago.gov
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Report date: Apr 8, 2024
2. City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
- comments: 2-101. 11 no city of chicago certified food manager on site during the inspection while the temperature control for safety foods (eggs) has been prepared and served. The manager arrived 30 minutes … See More
after the inspection started. Instructed a city of chicago certified food manager must be on site at all times foods are being prepared and served. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012. Citation issued

36. Thermometers provided & accurate
- comments: 4-204-112 noted no thermometers inside refrigeration units conspicuously posted to monitor the ambient air temperature of equipment. Instructed to equip all refrigeration units with accurate and working thermometers.

37. Food properly labeled; original container
- comments: 3-602. 11(a;b:1-4,6,; c,d)noted no labels for bulk storage containers (flour and rice). I instructed the person in charge of all bulk and working food ingredient containers that must be labeled with the contents' names.

41. Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
- comments: 3-304. 14 observed wet wiping cloths on several prep surface areas. Instructed to properly store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution between uses to prevent contamination of equipment & food and mainatin.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: 4-101-19 observed rusted storage racks in all refrigeration units. Surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed to repair and maintain.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: 4-602. 13 observed the deep freezer chest in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: 6-202. 11 observed a burned out light-bulb under in the hood unit. Instructed to replace bulb and maintain lighting in the unit.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: 6-202. 11 observed a missing light shield in the kitchen, and ceiling light and above the prep area. Instructed to provide and maintain at all times.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: 6-202. 14 observed an accumulation of dirt/debris buildup on the exhaust ventilation in the kitchen prep area by the ice machine. Must detail clean and maintain.

57. All food employees have food handler training
- comments: 2-102. 13 observed no proof of training for all food handlers. Instructed to provide and maintain records at all times.

58. Allergen training as required
- comments: 2-102. 13 observed the city of chicago food certified manager with no proof of allergen training certificate. Instructed all city of chicago certified food managers obtain this certificate.

Source: chicago.gov
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