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 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

2 weeks 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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#chicago #illinois #us

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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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sweetgreen, North Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL, USA

2 weeks ago reported by user-bvygx863

Sweetgreen lunch 4/8 on Madison and Dearborn. Threw up multiple times. Wife had the same harvest bowl but without rice. So it had to be the rice?. Throwing up all night. Had sweetgreen for lunch and a granola bar for breakfast.. #sweetgreen #chicago #loop  | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Vomiting

#sweetgreen #chicago #illinois #us #rice

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I ordered a 5 piece meal. They forgot 1 piece in the meal package. I only ate 1 piece of chicken along with the red beans and rice, mashed potatoes and a biscuit. Within the hour the nausea began. Shortly afterwards cramping and diarrhea ensued for several … See More
days. I’m still currently suffering with diarrhea.  | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea
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On April 8th, 2024, I ordered the vegetable lo mein and combination fried rice which had beef and shrimp in it. This was my first meal of the day and I have been vomiting and having diarrhea since 3:30am on April 8th, 2024.  | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Stomach Pain

#buffet #muskegon #michigan #us #beef #friedrice #rice #shrimp #vegetable

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Fried rice, walnut shrimp, grilled meat with jalapeño
After work boyfriend craved for Japanese food at the mall food court. It was closed when we got there so we settled for Chinese as they gave us plenty of samples. This was around 8:30 pm as everything was … See More
preparing to shut down.

Boyfriend got fried rice, walnut shrimp and a grilled meat of some sort with jalapeño, bell pepper, onion, etc.

Few hours later I started feeling nauseous. Into the night we both develop diarrhea. Whole next day we both couldn’t stay off the toilet.

Today, I’m pissing out of my a*s and puking my brains out.  | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting
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#atlanta #georgia #us #chinese #foodcourt #friedrice #japanese #onion #pepper #rice #shrimp #meat

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