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ABH FOOD & LIQUOR INC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

ABH FOOD & LIQUOR INC 5345 W NORTH AVE, CHICAGO 60639 Grocery Store
June 16, 2020 Canvass License #30043
6
Total Violations
4
Critical
2
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP KIT/PROCEDURE ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE WRITTEN PROCEDURE FOR THE CLEAN UP OF VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS, AND CORRESPONDING EQUIPMENT OUTLINE IN PROCEDURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.
Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.
Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.
Violation #36
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER INSIDE REACH IN COOLERS. MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER IN A CONSPICUOUS SPOT IN ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 SMALL BLACK FLIES ON WALLS AND IN AREA AROUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR OF STORE. MUST ELIMINATE PEST ISSUE. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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 #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED LARGE CRACKS, DAMAGED AND MISSING TILES IN FLOOR IN REAR OF STORE. MUST REPAIR AND MAKE FLOORS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST MAINTAIN SAME. OBSERVED CLEAN WATER IN REAR AREA OF BASEMENT FLOOR. MUST KEEP CLEAN AND DRY.
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 #61
CRITICAL
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC - Comments: OBSERVED NO PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY POSTED IN FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MUST POST MOST RECENT SUMMARY IN PLAIN VIEW OF CUSTOMERS AT ALL TIMES. OPERATOR GIVEN SUMMARY TO POST DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B). NO CITATION ISSUED.
Violation #61
CRITICAL
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC - Comments: OBSERVED NO PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY POSTED IN FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MUST POST MOST RECENT SUMMARY IN PLAIN VIEW OF CUSTOMERS AT ALL TIMES. OPERATOR GIVEN SUMMARY TO POST DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B). NO CITATION ISSUED.

Health Department Information

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