FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
BEST BUY FOOD & LIQUOR Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
April 10, 2018
Complaint
License #35062
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Minor
Inspection Summary
This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on April 10, 2018. The inspection type was "Complaint" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 3 (Low), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 3 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: RODENT DROPPINGS ON PREMISES: 3 DROPPINGS INSIDE THE CABINET UNDER THE WASHBOWL, 1 RAT DROP UNDER SHELVES AT REAR STORAGE AREA.OVER 20 RAT DROPPINGS UNDER THE EAST SHELF OF BREAD/CHIPS(NO GNAWED FOOD), OVER 25 RAT DROPPINGS IN BASEMENT STORAGE/LIQUOR AREA. DROPPINGS WERE MAINLY OBSERVED AT NORTH/WEST AND NORTH-EAST CORNERS OF THE BASEMENT. A LOT OF OPENED BAITS STORED ON BASEMENT FLOOR AND UNDER THE SHELF IN SELLING AND STORAGE AREAS.MUST PROVIDE PESTICIDE BAITS INSIDE AN ENCLOSED BAIT BOXES.NEED TO REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS,MUST OPEN ALL BOTTOM SHELVES IN SELLING AREA CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020.
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOOR TILES IN WASHROOM,REAR STORAGE,AND ON TOP FLOOR DOOR TO GO TO THE BASEMENT BROKEN,NOT CLEANABLE.RAW GRIMED WOOD FLOOR PALLET INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER,ALSO NOT CLEANABLE ,SURFACE IS POROUS.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE. BROKEN CARDBOARDS AND OTHER ITEMS THROUGHOUT THE WALK-IN COOLER,FIRST FLOOR,NEED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. A LOT ITEMS ON FLOOR BY THE EAST WALL AT FIRST STORAGE AREA,UNABLE TO CHECK AREA,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOOR TILES IN WASHROOM,REAR STORAGE,AND ON TOP FLOOR DOOR TO GO TO THE BASEMENT BROKEN,NOT CLEANABLE.RAW GRIMED WOOD FLOOR PALLET INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER,ALSO NOT CLEANABLE ,SURFACE IS POROUS.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE. BROKEN CARDBOARDS AND OTHER ITEMS THROUGHOUT THE WALK-IN COOLER,FIRST FLOOR,NEED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. A LOT ITEMS ON FLOOR BY THE EAST WALL AT FIRST STORAGE AREA,UNABLE TO CHECK AREA,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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