7-ELEVEN Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 6-301.13 (C)- OBSERVED HAND SANITIZING UNITS STORED ABOVE ALL HAND SINKS ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RELOCATED/REMOVE TO ENSURE PROPER HAND WASHING. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: 4-204.112 (A) (A)- OBSERVED NO INTERNAL THERMOMETER MEASURING DEVICE INSIDE ALL COOLER UNITS AT FRONT COUNTER AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: 3-305.11 (A) (B) (C) (A)- OBSERVED MULTIPLE FOOD DELIVERY BINS,SHOPPING CARTS AND MARKETING DISPLAY BOARDS STORED INSIDE EMPLOYEE REST ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ITEMS AND STORE SAID ITEMS IN REAR DRY STORAGE AREA. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.12 (A)- OBSERVED FOOD AND DEBRIS ENCRUSTED INSIDE DOOR GASKETS OF ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS AT FRONT COUNTER AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.11- OBSERVED CRACKED AND BROKEN TOILET COVER LID IN EMPLOYEE REST ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE/REPAIR. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.11- OBSERVED CRACKED AND BROKEN TOILET COVER LID IN EMPLOYEE REST ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE/REPAIR. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.