FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
7-ELEVEN #33835H Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
February 16, 2017
License
License #2501513
8
Total Violations
1
Critical
4
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
8
Violation #11
MAJOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NO EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR, ONLY 3-COMPARTMENT SINK PRESENT. MUST INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, ALONG WITH SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Specific Requirements
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-203.11, 6-302.11
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN DOOR GASKET ON REAR DOOR OF THE WALK IN BEVERAGE COOLER. CONTACT SURFACES AROUND COFFEE STATION NOT CLEAN, SPILLED MILK PRESENT. DISCONTINUE USE OF CRATES AS STORAGE RACKS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR GASKET, DETAIL CLEAN SURFACE AND PROVIDE PROPER RACKS FOR STORING ITEMS AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED INTERIOR SURFACE OF THE 2-DOOR FREEZER IN THE REAR NOT CLEAN, FOOD DEBRIS PRESENT. ALSO, CLEAN INTERIOR OF CABINETS BEHIND FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS THROUGHOUT REAR STORAGE AREA NOT CLEAN. DIRT, FOOD DEBRIS AND DUST PRESENT. FLOOR DRAIN BEHIND FRONT COUNTER NOT CLEAN. ALSO, MISSING FLOOR TILES UNDER HEAVY EQUIPMENT BEHIND FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND REPAIR FLOORS, AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED CEILING TILES IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA STAINED AND DAMAGED. ALSO, CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES HAVE EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION PRESENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TILES, AND DETAIL CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: OBSERVED LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT PREMISES WITH UNKNOWN DEBRIS INSIDE. ALSO, BURNED OUT LIGHT IN REAR ABOVE COMPUTER DESK. INSTRUCTED DETAIL CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS, INSTALL WORKING LIGHT BULB AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED VENTILATION FAN IN STAFF TOILET ROOM NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED VENTILATION FAN IN STAFF TOILET ROOM NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection