AM MOON MART INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: NO WRITTEN CLEANING PROCEDURE FOR A VOMIT/DIARRHEA EVENT OR ANY OF THE REQUIRED EQUIPMENT. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.

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.

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: NOTED COOLER AT 50F. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO OPERATE AT 40F OR BELOW OR REMOVE FROM THE PREMISES.PRIORITY VIOLATION.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON THE PREMISES TO MONITOR DAIRY DELIVERIES UPON ARRIVAL. MUST PROVIDE.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 TO 30 MICE DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE STORAGE CLOSET AND WASHROOM. MUST REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. 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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FRONT ENTRANCE/EXIT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED WITH AN OPEN 1/4 INCH GAP ALONG THE BOTTOM THRESHOLD OF THE DOOR. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING SEAL ON BOTTOM THRESHOLD.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: NO UTILITY SERVICE SINK ON THE PREMISES. MUST PROVIDE.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: NO OUTSIDE WASTE RECEPTACLES OR SIGNED CONTRACT FOR WASTE REMOVAL ON THE PREMISES. 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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MISSING FLOOR TILE UNDER THE WASHROOM WASHBOWL. MUST REPLACE.-----MUST NOT USE STEEL WOOL AS SEALANT FOR HOLES IN THE WASHROOM WALLS. MUST PROPERLY SEAL TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.

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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: NO VENTILATION IN THE WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

COMPLIANCE WITH CLEAN INDOOR AIR ORDINANCE - Comments: MUST PROVIDE "NO SMOKING" SIGNAGE AT THE ENTRANCE/EXIT OF THE FACILITY.

MISCELLANEOUS / PUBLIC HEALTH ORDERS - Comments: NO MASK REQUIREMENT SIGNAGE AT THE ENTRANCE OF THE BUSINESS. MUST PROVIDE.

MISCELLANEOUS / PUBLIC HEALTH ORDERS - Comments: NO MASK REQUIREMENT SIGNAGE AT THE ENTRANCE OF THE BUSINESS. MUST PROVIDE.