7 ELEVEN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: PROCEDURE/PLAN AND KIT FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS PROVIDED,HOWEVER KIT NOT COMPLETE,MISSING SOLUTION(CONTROL OF NOROVIRUS). INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO MAINTAIN ANY APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO SOAP PROVIDED AT HANDWASHING SINK AT COFFEE AREA. UPON MY REQUEST MANAGER PROVIDED SOAP PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-030(C)

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO PAPER TOWELS PROVIDED AT HANDWASHING SINK AT COFFEE AREA. UPON MY REQUEST MANAGER PROVIDED A ROLL OF PAPER TOWELS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-030(C)

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.

TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED - Comments: FOUND PESTICIDE BLOCKS GNAWED WITH PIECES SCATTERED ON FLOOR BEHIND ICE MACHINE IN SELLING AREA. CONTACT PEST CONTROL COMPANY FOR REMOVAL OF GNAWED PESTICIDE, THAN CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREA. PESTICIDE MUST BE STORED INSIDE A BAIT BOX. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-015

Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.

Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.

Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED RODENT ACTIVITY.OVER 20 DROPPINGS BEHIND THE ICE MACHINE IN SELLING AREA,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-020(A).

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN BUCKET WITH SANITIZER SOLUTION BETWEEN USE,NOT INSIDE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MICROWAVE FOR CUSTOMER USE ENCRUSTED FOOD AT UPPER PANEL OF THE UNIT.ALSO MINI OVEN EXTERIOR DOOR RUSTY AND PEELED MATERIAL,SURFACE NOT SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.REPAIR/REPLACE DOOR.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NO-ABSORBENT SURFACE

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED DIRTY WIPE CLOTHS INSIDE THE WASH COMPARTMENT,SOAKING TO BE WASHED. THREE COMPARTMENT SINK MUST BE USE ONLY FOR MULTI USE UTENSILS. MANGER REMOVE SAID CLOTHS

Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.

Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.

3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.

SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: STRONG FOUL ODORS FROM GREASE TRAP WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM COMPARTMENT SINK OR FAUCET IS TURNED ON,UNIT IS LOCATED UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK

Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.

All waste water must be properly disposed.

Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: INSIDE GARBAGE CONTAINERS OVERFLOWING WITH GARBAGE,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: INSIDE GARBAGE CONTAINERS OVERFLOWING WITH GARBAGE,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.