CARNIVAL GROCERY STORE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 30 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND AND ON WALLS IN PRODUCE PREP AREA,WOMEN'S TOILETROOM UNDER HAND SINK,2ND FL. PREP AREA,REAR STORAGE AREA INSIDE OF SOILED BASKET TRUCKS,REAR HALL WAY,OFFICE.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 9/23/16.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1725223 2/22/16 NOT CORRECTED #33-MUST CLEAN WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS.#35-MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE INSULATION ON CEILING IN PRODUCE PREP AREA.MUST ADJUST THRESHOLD AT FRONT AND REAR DOORS.MUST CLEAN FILTERS AT HOOD.#38-MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE FAUCET NECK ON 2ND FL. 3- COMP SINK,LEAKY PIPE AT HAND SINK IN WOMEN'S TOILETROOM.MUST PROVIDE 1- MORE SINK STOPPER FOR 3- COMP SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA.(SERIOUS 7-42-090)

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.MUST REPLACE WORN CUTTING BOARD IN PRODUCE PREP AREA.MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD ON LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE IN FRONT DELI PREP AREA

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN SOILED BASKET TRUCKS IN REAR STORAGE AREA,ROLLING CARTS IN SAME AREA,MICROWAVE TABLE.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN FRONT DELI PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM ALONG WALL BASE UNDER 3- COMP SINK IN 2ND FL. PREP AREA

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REMOVE BLACK MOLD BUILD UP ON CAULK ABOVE 3- COMP SINK IN 2ND FL. PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR MEAT PREP AREA,WALL ABOVE 3- COMP SINK IN 2ND FL. PREP AREA

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT IN FRONT PREP AREA AND CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN 2ND FL. PREP AREA

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE 1- MORE SINK STOPPER AT FRONT PREP AREA 3- COMP SINK,BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOPSINK.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT HAND SINK IN MEN'S TOILETROOM.MUST REMOVE GARDEN HOSE FROM FAUCET AT 2- COMP SINK IN PRODUCE PREP AREA

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE 1- MORE SINK STOPPER AT FRONT PREP AREA 3- COMP SINK,BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOPSINK.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT HAND SINK IN MEN'S TOILETROOM.MUST REMOVE GARDEN HOSE FROM FAUCET AT 2- COMP SINK IN PRODUCE PREP AREA

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.