FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
7-ELEVEN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
June 11, 2013
Canvass
License #66980
3
Total Violations
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #19
MAJOR
Violation Details
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OUTSIDE GARBAGE CONTAINER(RECYCLE) WITH MISSING LID. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOFED THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE CONTAINER. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS 7-38-020.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Food Code Requirement
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Specific Requirements
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111, 5-502.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FOUND EMPTY BOXES ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO DISPOSE ALL THE EMPTY BOXES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE SODA CRATE AND MILK CRATE BEING USED AS A PALLET INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND STORAGE ROOM. PROVIDE RAISED SHELVINGS TO STORE STOCKS 6" OFF THE FLOOR.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FOUND EMPTY BOXES ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO DISPOSE ALL THE EMPTY BOXES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE SODA CRATE AND MILK CRATE BEING USED AS A PALLET INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND STORAGE ROOM. PROVIDE RAISED SHELVINGS TO STORE STOCKS 6" OFF THE FLOOR.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection