7-ELEVEN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED - Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WITH GLOVED HANDS HANDLING CASH REGISTRAR, MONEY,CREDIT CARD ETC, THAN WENT TO HOT HOLDING UNIT PICKED UP A MINI TACOS AND GIVE TO CUSTOMER TO TASTE; NO REMOVAL OF GLOVES NOR HAND WASHING. INFORMATION GIVEN ON HAND WASHING AND GLOVE PROCEDURE,OBSERVED EMPLOYEE FOLLOW DIRECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38-010,CITATION ISSUED

Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.

Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.

Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds or 180°F at dish surface; Test strips required; Proper contact time.

FOOD IN GOOD CONDITION, SAFE, & UNADULTERATED - Comments: WE OBSERVED THREE FLYING INSECTS INSIDE DONUTS CASE AND ON TOP THE DONUTS IN SELLING AREA, FOOD UNCOVERED. FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED, 22 DIFFERENT KIND OF DONUTS, VALUE $18. PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED.

Pests carry numerous pathogens including Salmonella, E. coli, and Hantavirus, contaminating food and surfaces.

Facility must be free of pest infestation.

No live pests; No pest droppings, gnaw marks, or nesting; Effective pest control program; Regular monitoring; Professional treatment when needed.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: WE OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MICE DROPPINGS(APPROX:40 DROPPINGS) AT FRONT SELLING AREA(UNDER SHELVES,ATM MACHINE AND BEHIND THE REACH-IN REFRIGERATION) AND 6 RAT DROPPINGS AT REAR STORAGE/DISH ROOM AREA.THREE HOUSE FLIES INSIDE THE DONUTS CASE. PEST CONTROL SERVICE PREMISES MONTHLY.NO LIVE RODENTS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-020(A),CITATION ISSUED

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST NOT USE DUCT TAPE DIRTY CLOTH AS A MEANS OF REPAIR ON WALLS AROUND PIPES. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: MUST NOT USE RAW WOOD AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION AT REAR STORAGE AREA. MUST PROVIDE A NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: STRONG FOUL ODOR COME FROM GREASE TRAP WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS.CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: NO LIDS PROVIDED AT RECEPTACLE INSIDE THE STAFF/CUSTOMER WASHROOM, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: DEBRIS ,DUST ITEMS UNDER SHELVES,BEHIND AND UNDER CABINET AND REFRIGERATION IN SELLING AREA.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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: DEBRIS ,DUST ITEMS UNDER SHELVES,BEHIND AND UNDER CABINET AND REFRIGERATION IN SELLING AREA.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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.