FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
7-ELEVEN FOOD STORE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
October 20, 2017
Canvass
License #24227
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on October 20, 2017. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 2 (Medium), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: FOOD(ICE)NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE. WE OBSERVED INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WITH BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE,ALSO AT ICE CHUTE OF THE POP DISPENSER UNDER THE MENTIONED UNIT.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN,SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN SAID UNIT SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-005(A)
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #19
MAJOR
Violation Details
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED,OPENED GARBAGE BLACK BAGS ON GROUND BEHIND AND SIDE OF THE GARBAGE CONTAINER,BOTTLE CAPS,FOOD AND OTHER FLUID SPILLAGE ON GROUND. ALSO STICKY FLUID TRAIL SPILLAGE ON SIDE WALK FROM FRONT GARBAGE CONTAINER BY THE DOOR TO GARBAGE AREA.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN MENTIONED AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Food Code Requirement
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Specific Requirements
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111, 5-502.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE THE TOP PART OF THE MICROWAVE USED BY CUSTOMERS.COLD COFFEE UNIT WITH EXCESS DRY FLUID SPILLAGE AT NOZZLES,NEED TO 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 #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE THE TOP PART OF THE MICROWAVE USED BY CUSTOMERS.COLD COFFEE UNIT WITH EXCESS DRY FLUID SPILLAGE AT NOZZLES,NEED TO 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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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