FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
7-ELEVEN #32889B Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
March 7, 2018
Canvass
License #2137189
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL ON PREMISES. OBSERVED ( 5) LIVE ROACHES INSIDE OF PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK. LARGE MED AND RGE LIVE ROACHES . ALSO 3-LARGE ROACHES INSIDE GAP OF LOOSE COVING ON SIDE OF HAND SINK IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED BASEMENT STORAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED. OBSERVED CLUTTER OF STORAGE , ARTICLES, MOP, SOILED CEILING TILES,ETC, STORED ALL OVER FLOOR AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARDE ANYTHING NOT USING. MUST PROPERLY ORGANIZE ALL ARTICLES OFF FLOORS ON ADEQUATE SHELVING TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE AREAS.
Why This Matters
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Specific Requirements
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.14
Violation #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED BASEMENT STORAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED. OBSERVED CLUTTER OF STORAGE , ARTICLES, MOP, SOILED CEILING TILES,ETC, STORED ALL OVER FLOOR AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARDE ANYTHING NOT USING. MUST PROPERLY ORGANIZE ALL ARTICLES OFF FLOORS ON ADEQUATE SHELVING TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE AREAS.
Why This Matters
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Specific Requirements
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.14
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection