FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
7-ELEVEN #18473E Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
July 2, 2019
Canvass
License #2622608
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED HARBORAGE CONDITION OUTSIDE BY THE REAR DOOR:EXCESS CRATES COVERED WITH DIRTY TARPS BY THE CRATES RAT DROPPINGS.DIRTY BROOMS, SHOVELS,DIRTY AND WITH WATER WHEELBARROW (TO CARRY GARBAGE FROM INSIDE TO OUTSIDE)STORED ON GROUND.SURROUNDING MENTIONED ITEMS WITH WATER AND A LOT OF FLYING INSECTS.BY THE YELLOW WHEELBARROW A BURROW.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL ITEMS AND KEEP AREA CLEAN PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-020(A),CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED PLASTIC BAGS WRAPPED ON STOPPER AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. PROVIDE PROPER STOPPERS THAT FITS DRAIN AT SAID SINK
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: CLEAN AND REMOVE ICE BUILD-UP FROM INSIDE THE ICE CREAM CHEST FREEZER
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: WATER LEAKING AT COLD WATER HANDLE AT MOP SINK,REPAIR
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: WATER LEAKING AT COLD WATER HANDLE AT MOP SINK,REPAIR
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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