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BRISA FOODS INC. Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

BRISA FOODS INC. (AKA: SUPERMERCADO BRISA FOODS) 2156 N KIMBALL AVE, CHICAGO 60647 Grocery Store
December 18, 2013 Canvass License #1477966
5
Total Violations
2
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: CLEAN SHELVES WHERE NEEDED ON SELLING FLOOR, CLEAN IN WALK-IN COOLER AND MEAT DISPLAY CASE.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: CLEAN FLOORS IN CORNER AREAS AROUND AND UNDER EQUIPMENT IN PREP AND STORAGE. CLEAN AND PAINT FLOOR IN MEAT WALK-IN COOLER WHERE PAINT HAS WORN FROM FLOOR.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED. CLEAN CEILING VENTS AND TILES TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED INCLUDING VENTILATION FAN IN WASHROOM ON CEILING. CLEAN WALLS IN MEAT WALK-IN COOLER AND PAINT. SOME AREAS OF WALL IN HALL BETWEEN PREP AREA AND WASHROOM HAS CHIPPED PAINT; REPAINT. ALSO SEAL AREA OF WALL THAT HAS A LOOSE METAL PANEL COMING OFF IN SAME SECTION.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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