PASS
Risk 3 (Low)
ASHLAND MART Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
December 11, 2014
License
License #2368942
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
Inspection Summary
This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on December 11, 2014. The inspection type was "License" and resulted in a Pass outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 3 (Low), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 5 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
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: MUST REPLACE CABINET DISPLAY CASE SURFACE AT THE CASH REGISTER AREA IN FRONT AREA AND BEHIND THE CASH REGISTER AREA SO AS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL SHELVING UNITS AND CIGARETTE SHELVING RACK AT THE CASH REGISTER AREA TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULTATION.
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: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL FLOORS THROUGHOUT ENTIRE PREMISES TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULTATION. MUST REPAIR AND REPLACE MISSING AND BROKE FLOOR TILES AT HALLWAY LEADING TO THE RESTROOM.
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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST SEAL HOLES AND OPENING AT THE WALL ON THE LEFT HAND SIDE LEADING TO THE RESTROOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. MSUT REPLACE WALL COVING ALONG WALLS AT THE HALLWAY LEADING TO THE RESTROOM.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR MOP SINK LOCATED AT THE MECHANIC SHOP SPACE CONNECTED BY A DOOR. MOP SINK IS LEAKING FROM THE PIPE BELOW THE SINK. MUST PROVIDE A BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR THE MOP SINK FAUCET. MUST REPAIR HOT WATER FAUCET HANDLE AT THE HAND SINK IN THE RESTROOM. PRESENTLY A WRENCH IS BEING UTILIZED TO OPEN AND CLOSE HOT WATER FACUET HANDLE.
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
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR MOP SINK LOCATED AT THE MECHANIC SHOP SPACE CONNECTED BY A DOOR. MOP SINK IS LEAKING FROM THE PIPE BELOW THE SINK. MUST PROVIDE A BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR THE MOP SINK FAUCET. MUST REPAIR HOT WATER FAUCET HANDLE AT THE HAND SINK IN THE RESTROOM. PRESENTLY A WRENCH IS BEING UTILIZED TO OPEN AND CLOSE HOT WATER FACUET HANDLE.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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