7-ELEVEN #32889B Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT HANDWASHING SINK IN WOMENS AND MENS TOILET ROOM. ALSO NOTED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT HANDWASHING SINK IN DISH ROOM. ALL HANDWASHING SINKS MUST BE EQUIPPED WITH A HAND DRYING PROVISION AT ALL TIMES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.CORRECTED ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.

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.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING CLEANSER AT HANDWASHING SINK IN DISH ROOM. ALL HANDWASHING SINKS MUST BE EQUIPPED WITH HAND CLEANING LIQUID AT ALL TIMES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030-(C). CITATION CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION.

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: FOUND HANDWASHING SINK FILLED WITH SOILED FOOD CONTAINERS. HANDWASHING SINKS SHOULD BE USED FOR HANDWASHING PURPOSES ONLY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE SOILED FOOD CONTAINERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FOUND 3 DEAD ROACHES UNDER HANDWASHING SINK IN FOOD PREP. ALSO NOTED 1 DEAD ROACH BEHIND FOOD PREP ON NORTH WALL. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ROACHES, CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN SAID AREA.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FOUND 1/4 INCH GAP AT ENTRANCE DOOR. MUST PROVIDE CLOSED TIGHT FITTING DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.

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.

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: FOUND SERVING TONGS ENCRUSTED WITH FOOD DEBRIS LOCATED IN FOOD PREP AREA. STORE SERVING UTENSILS IN A CONTAINER OF WATER IF THE WATER IS MAINTAINED AT A TEMPERATURE OF AT LEAST 135F.

Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.

In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.

Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED BIG GULP SODA DISPENSER NOT DRAINING. OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER REMOVE SODA WITH A CUP FROM BOTTOM OF SODA DISPENSER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN, SODA DISPENSER MUST DRAIN.

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: FOUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WATER TEMPERATURE AT 100F AT TIME OF INSPECTION. THE TEMPERATURE OF THE WASH SOLUTION IN MANUAL WAREWASHING EQUIPMENT SHALL BE MAINTAINED AT NOT LESS THAN 110F. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

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: OBSERVED AIR CONDITION DRAINING INTO 1 COMPARTMENT SINK IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA. . INSTRUCTED TO DISPOSE OF WATER ACCORDING TO PLUMBING CODE.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF CLUTTER, BOXES, UNUSED STORE EQUIPMENT, AND STOCK LOCATED IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA ON FLOORS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND ELEVATE 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR 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: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF CLUTTER, BOXES, UNUSED STORE EQUIPMENT, AND STOCK LOCATED IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA ON FLOORS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND ELEVATE 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR 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.