A & N FOOD & DOLLAR PLUS, Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED REAR EXIT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED. 1/4" GAP AT BOTTOM AND 1/4" GAP DOWN THE SIDE OF THE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL PROPER THRESHOLD ON SIDE AND BOTTOM OF DOOR TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS - Comments: OBSERVED PRIOR INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY, DATED 5/8/2015, NOT DISPLAYED FOR PUBLIC VIEWING. INSTRUCTED TO DISPLAY INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT AT ALL TIMES FOR PUBLIC VIEWING. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010 (B)

Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.

Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.

Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: OBSERVED PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT 1482718, DATED 5/8/2015. VIOLATIONS INCLUDE; #34; EXCESS ITEMS ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES,INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ITEMS 6" OFF THE FLOOR. #38; NO MOP SINK PROVIDED ON PREMISES,INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A MOP SINK UNDER THE CITY PLUMBING CODE.MUST HAVE HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER,ALSO A BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE #41: BOTH REAR AND FRONT STORAGES ARE EXTREMELY FILLED WITH ITEMS,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND ELEVATE ITEMS NEEDED VIOLATIONS STILL EXISTS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE FOAM INSULATION ON WALL IN TOILET/STORAGE ROOM IN REAR. ALSO, OBSERVED RAW WOOD SHELVES IN SAID ROOM. MUST SEAL OR PAINT RAW WOOD SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO SHAVE OFF EXCESS FOAM AND SEAL OR PAINT RAW WOOD AND MAINTAIN.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE REAR AREA OF THE STORE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE TILES AND MAINTAIN.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTALL SELF-CLOSING DEVICE ON TOILET ROOM DOOR AND MAINTAIN.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTALL SELF-CLOSING DEVICE ON TOILET ROOM DOOR AND MAINTAIN.

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.