PASS
Risk 2 (Medium)
APPLE FARM FOODS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
July 20, 2011
Complaint
License #2032194
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: ALL CUTTING BOARDS, PREP TABLES, COOLER STORAGE SHELVES AND REACH IN COOLERS.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISES AND THE BACK TWO ROOM, FRONT MEAT DEPARTMENT AND STORAGE AREA FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT. CLEAN AND SANITZE FLOOR DRAINS IN BACK ROOM.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.NEED BACKFLOW DEVICE FOR MOP ATTACHMENT TO SINK, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE HOSE TIL BACKFLOW IS INSTALLED HOSE DISCONNECTED AT THIS TIME
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 #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
LINEN: CLEAN AND SOILED PROPERLY STORED - Comments: Soiled and clean linens, coats, and aprons shall be properly stored. FOUND WIPING CLOTHS UNPROPERLY STORED. INSTRCUTED TO CORRECT.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
LINEN: CLEAN AND SOILED PROPERLY STORED - Comments: Soiled and clean linens, coats, and aprons shall be properly stored. FOUND WIPING CLOTHS UNPROPERLY STORED. INSTRCUTED TO CORRECT.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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