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7 HEAVEN FOOD MART Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

7 HEAVEN FOOD MART 1358 W DEVON AVE, CHICAGO 60660 Grocery Store
April 25, 2024 License License #2934372
12
Total Violations
5
Critical
2
Major
5
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

12
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO HAND WASHING SINK AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE A HAND WASHING SINK AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER THAT PROPERLY DRAINS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: MUST PROVIDE HAND SOAP AT THE WASHROOM WASHBOWL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
Violation #16
CRITICAL
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: NO CHLORINE OR QUATERNARY CHEMICAL SANITIZER ON THE PREMISES FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE.PRIORITY VIOLATION.
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON THE PREMISES WITH ALL THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
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.
Violation #48
CRITICAL
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: NO CHLORINE OR QUATERNARY CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE FOR THE SANITIZER TO BE USED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
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.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST REMOVE PEELING PLASTIC FROM METAL SURFACES OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #52
MAJOR
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: NO GREASE TRAP LOCATED ON THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE.
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.
Violation #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: NO OUTSIDE WASTE RECEPTACLE FOR BUSINESS LOCATED AT THIS ADDRESS. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: NOTED OPEN CRACK/CREVICE ALONG THE BASEBOARDS THROUGHOUT THE REAR ENTRANCE AREA OF THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST INSTALL COVING/BASEBOARD TO SEAL OPENINGS.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL THROUGHOUT THE REAR, BASEMENT AND REAR OUTDOOR WALKWAY AREA MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORING. ALL OTHER NEED ITEMS MUST BE STORED INDOORS, ORGANIZED AND ELEVATED.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: NOTED A HOLE IN THE CEILING AND AROUND ELECTRICAL PIPING IN THE REAR STORAGE/ELECTRICAL ROOM. MUST SEAL.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: NOTED A HOLE IN THE CEILING AND AROUND ELECTRICAL PIPING IN THE REAR STORAGE/ELECTRICAL ROOM. MUST SEAL.
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.

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Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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