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The Godfrey Hotel Chicago (above), 127 W. Huron, has reopened its al fresco fi rst-fl oor patio and I|O rooftop spaces for summer. Photo credit: Kailley Lindman
The 33rd Ribfest, hosted virus is having on the genby Exchange Club of Napereral public and driver’s liville, that was to be held cense and ID card-issuing in Romeoville July 2-5, has agencies nationwide. Lollabeen canceled. According to palooza, Chicago’s largest the Illinois Department of music festival, which was to Agriculture, Illinois is third be held in Grant Park from in the nation for the numJuly 30-Aug. 2, has been ber of farmers’ markets. canceled. The city also anMore than 8,000 farmers’ nounced it is canceling all markets across the counof its events through Labor try offer consumers fresh, Day, including Taste of Chiaffordable, convenient and cago, which was to be held healthy products such as fruits, vegetables, cheeses, July 8-12, and the Chicago Air and Water Show, which herbs, fish, flowers, baked goods, meat much more. Al’s Italian Beef is moving from 169 W. Ontario to 548 N. Wells St. in Chicago. Choose Chicago announces Tourism & Hospitality Forward for responsibly welcoming visitors back to Chicago. More than 250 businesses, organizations and institutions have begun planning for tourism and hospitality industry recovery. Coffee Fest Chicago, which was to be held Aug. 28-30 at Navy Pier, has been was to be held Aug. 15-16. Pete’s Fresh Market bought the old Kmart location at 16300 S. Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park. Portillo’s is planning to open a new location in Veteran’s Corridor at Lindbergh and Veterans Parkway. in Springfield, late 2021. Punch Bowl Social at 1100 American Lane in Schaumburg has closed. Raising Cane’s plans to open a new location in the Sawmill Station Development at Waukegan and canceled. Lillie’s Q opens at District Brew Yards at 417 Dempster in Morton Grove. Rosati’s Pizza is planning N. Ashland Ave. in Chicato open a new location at 23 go as a new, non-brewery E. Adams in Chicago. The partner that has moved in Champaign County Fair and is ready for business. in Urbana that was schedIllinois Secretary of State uled for July 23-Aug. 1 has Jesse White announced been canceled. The Illinois that the U.S. Department Secretary of State Express of Homeland Security has Facility, formerly located extended the federal Real within Orland Park’s Village ID deadline an additional Hall, will not reopen at the year to Oct. 1, 2021. DHS Orland Park location after cited the COVID-19 pana decision was made by the demic and the impact the Secretary of State’s Office.
KOP Industries Create Steam Tables On Site
KOP Industries has extended the lifetime of this steam table by producing a custom-made stainless steel sleeve that’s thicker than the original material. The area around the drain is welded 100% so that the original drain system can still be used. This is a perfect solution for any steam table leaks or damage. All measurements and repairs to the steam table can be made before or after business hours. Everything is done onsite, there’s no need to remove the unit with no down time.
At KOP Industries their repairs are more rigid, stronger and last longer than the original equipment. They use thicker stainless steel and add more support brackets.
KOP Industries offers custom fabrication and on-site welding repairs.
Whatever your need or vision, from the ordinary to the extraordinary, KOP can provide a lasting solution. They repair sink leaks especially where the top cavity lip and table meet, tables, chairs, shelving units, walk-in floor replacement, stainless steel wall covering, etc. KOP is “Your Welding Shop On Wheels.”
You can see their ad on page 45.
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The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. —Mahatma Gandhi
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Don’t Fall for It: Why Slipping Hazards Are Common in Summer
Stay safe with Society Insurance’s best practices for preventing slips, trips and falls yearround
Winter months’ slippery conditions put everyone on high alert for trips and falls, yet some of the worst accidents occur in the summer months when the element of surprise can make injuries even worse.
It’s important to identify potential risks before they occur. A good place to start is by reviewing past injury history and the causes for each problem area. Additionally, be on the lookout for the following: ■ Defects in hard surfaces or loose carpet seams that could cause someone to trip ■ Poorly lit stairwells that need more light fixtures or have bulbs that need to be replaced ■ Wet floors that don’t have proper signage ■ Changes in floor elevation that are not called out
As an extra precaution, employees should always be required to wear proper footwear and be wary of clothing that touches the floor.
In the event that a fall does occur, follow these steps to respond: 1. If an incident is reported, do not admit liability. Express concern, make sure needs are being met and start gathering the facts. 2. Visually inspect the location as soon as possible. Take careful notes and picture. 3. Take a written statement from the individual involved in the accident as soon as possible. 4. Gather names of any witnesses to be interviewed separately as soon as possible. 5. Retrieve and save surveillance video if available. A minimum of 30 minutes before and after the incident is best practice.
Identifying and monitoring high-risk areas will go a long way in reducing the likelihood of a slip and fall accident. Although some accidents cannot be prevented, ensuring the work area is taking active steps to prevent injury is a simple way to make a big difference.
The guidelines above are recommendations of Society Insurance based on the company’s restaurant expertise in the markets it serves. Society’s team of risk control experts takes care of the details that will help business owners avoid catastrophic losses and keep their customers, employees and businesses protected.
For more helpful restaurant safety tips, visit www.societyinsurance.com.
Food Industry News® July 2020 Wyndham Looks Ahead to Recovery with Continued New-Construction Growth
Above, the 104-room La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Wisconsin Dells is one of nearly a dozen recent new-construction openings in drive-to destinations for Wyndham Hotels & Resorts.
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