CARNICERIA RUIZ INC Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A VERIFIED/SIGNED WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED THE FRONT PREP AND THE REAR PREP HAND WASHING SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE. SINKS FILLED WITH PLASTIC CONTAINERS AND ASSORTED CLEANING ITEMS. INSTRUCTED THE HAND WASHING SINK MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR USE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO PAPER TOWELS LOCATED AT THE FRONT PREP HAND WASHING SINK. MUST PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED - Comments: OBSERVED RAW ANIMAL ORIGIN ANIMAL ORIGIN STORED INSIDE A DISPLAY COOLER WITH ASSORTED FRESH VEGETABLES AND DIRECTLY TOUCHING RAW GREEN ONIONS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE RAW AND FRESH OR READY TO EAT FOODS. FOODS REMOVED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Improper storage allows contamination from dripping, pests, and cross-contamination between foods.

Food must be protected from contamination during storage and display.

Store 6 inches off floor; Cover all food; Separate raw from ready-to-eat; Proper storage order; Protect from overhead contamination; Use sneeze guards.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED PRE-PACKAGED SHELL ON PEANUTS, ASSORTED GRAINS, SPICES AND FROZEN SHRIMP WITH LIST OF INGREDIENT BEING MISC. MUST PROPERLY LIST ALL PRE-PACKAGED FOOD WITH THE PRODUCT NAME.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED PRE-PACKED SHELL ON PEANUTS, FROZEN SHRIMP ON DISPLAY FOR SALE WITHOUT ALLERGEN WARNING LABEL. MUST PROVIDE. MANAGER REMOVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED AN OPEN HOLE IN THE MESH SCREEN ON THE REAR EXIT SCREENED DOOR. MUST SEAL TO BE INSECT PROOFED.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: RAW WOODEN PLASTIC WRAP HOLDER MUST BE PAINTED/SEALED.-----MUST NOT USE PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS AS FOOD CONTAINERS IN THE COOLERS. MUST USE WASHABLE CONTAINERS OR FOOD GRADE DISPOSABLE BAGS.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR SHELVING INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER. SHELVING MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE. ALSO NOTED RUSTY, DIRTY METAL RACK SHELVING INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REMOVE RUST, CLEAN, REPLACE OR RE-PAINT.----RAW WOODEN SHELVING AT THE REAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK MUST BE PAINTED/SEALED, NON-ABSORBENT.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: MUST NOT USE RUBBER BANDS AS SOME KIND OF REPAIR/GRIP FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS NOZZLE. MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: ALL STORED ITEMS UNDER THE REAR STORAGE AREA STAIRWELL MUST BE ELEVATED FROM THE FLOORS.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MISSING FLOOR TILE WITH EXPOSED RAW WOOD AT THE FRONT PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS MATTING FOR THE FLOOR IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREAS.

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.

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: ALL FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST HAVE PROOF OF ON-LINE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATE.

Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.

Smoking prohibited in food establishments.

No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: ALL FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST HAVE PROOF OF ON-LINE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATE.

Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.

Smoking prohibited in food establishments.

No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.