FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
ADAMS FOOD MART Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
August 28, 2024
Canvass
License #2041659
4
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on August 28, 2024. 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 3 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED ONE OF THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOORS NOT RODENT PROOFED AT THE BOTTOM AS REQUIRED; MUST RODENT PROOF DOOR TO AVOID POSSIBE RODENT ENTRY.
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
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 70 OR MORE MOUSE DROPPINGS ON PREMISES. FOUND MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE SMALL ICE CREAM FREEZER NEAR THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR, AND ON VARIOUS SHELVES IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) ISSUED.
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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED THE FAUCET AT THE UTILITY SINK LEAKING WHEN WATER TURNED ON; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED THE FAUCET AT THE UTILITY SINK LEAKING WHEN WATER TURNED ON; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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