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BIG SALEM INC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

BIG SALEM INC (AKA: BIG SALEM) 1724 E 71ST ST, CHICAGO 60649 Grocery Store
November 22, 2024 Canvass License #2048913
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED RODENT ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. FOUND 50 OR MORE MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE REAR STORAGE ROOM AND ON SELLING FLOOR BETWEEN REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ON SELLING FLOOR AND IN STORAGE ROOM; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE TILE WHERE NEEDED.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT ON THE SELLING FLOOR AND IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA TO REMOVE DIRT AND DROPPINGS; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DUST ON THE FAN COVERS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: THE REAR STORAGE ROOM IS CLUTTERED; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO AVOID CLUTTER, ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN AREA.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: THE REAR STORAGE ROOM IS CLUTTERED; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO AVOID CLUTTER, ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN AREA.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections