CASA HERNANDEZ Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING SYSTEM AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE DOCUMENTS ON SITE. 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.

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN AND KIT FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN A PROCEDURE/PLAN AND TO MAINTAIN ANY APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO HANDWASHING SINKS AT BUTCHER'S AREA NOR AT REPACKING AREA.REMOVE DOORS TO BUTCHER AND REPACKING AREAS OR INSTALL ADDITIONAL HANDWASHING SINKS IN FRONT BUTCHER AND RE-PACKING AREA WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION: 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.

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: OBSERVED PREPARED TCS FOODS NOT PROPERLY DATE LABELED. MUST PROPERLY DATE LABELED FOODS WITH AN EXPIRATION DATE NO LONGER THAN 7 DAYS ON TCS FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Inadequate reheating fails to kill bacteria that grew during storage.

Foods must be reheated to 165°F within 2 hours.

Reheat to 165°F within 2 hours; Use proper equipment (not hot holding units); Discard if not reaching temperature in time.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: WE OBSERVED FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE THE COLD DISPLAY COOLER AT BUTCHER'S AREA. WATER FROM RUSTY/SLIMY CONDENSER UNITS WATERLINE DRIPPING ON WRAPPED FOOD:RAW PORK, FISH,BEEF,ETC.FOOD REMOVED. UNIT IS ALREADY REPAIRED WITH ALUMINUM FOIL WHICH IS BROKEN,SLIMY AND STILL WATER DRIPPING FROM IT. INSTRUCTED REMOVE SAID FOIL AND REPAIR/REPLACE CONDENSER UNIT AND WATER LINES.IF UNIT IS REPAIRED,MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE CONDENSER UNIT AND WATER LINES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION: 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: ALL PREP WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE HELD BETWEEN USE IN A CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION,AT BUTCHER'S AREA TO WIPE MULTI USE UTENSILS -

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED PACKAGING TABLE NEAR MOP SINK WITH PEELING CHIPPING PAINT AND RAW WOOD EXPOSED. TABLE MUST BE RESTORED TO A SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE CONDITION AND MAINTAINED. ALSO RAW WOOD BY THE DISPLAY COOLER IN BUTCHER'S AREA.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MOP SINK NOT CLEANABLE.SURFACE OF INTERIOR OF SAID SINK WAS REPAIRED WITH CEMENT, WHICH PRESENTLY PARTIALLY BROKEN.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED USE OF MILK CRATES FOR ELEVATION OF STOCK,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE RAISED SHELVES

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: EXTERIOR INTERIOR LID AT WHITE CHEST FREEZER BROKEN WITH SOME PARTS OF EXPOSED INSULATION.LID AND UNIT REPAIRED WITH WHITE TAPE,INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MENTIONED LID. INTERIOR OF SAME UNIT HAS ACCUMULATION OF RUSTY .REPAIR /REPLACE UNIT

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED CARDBOARDS USED ON SHELVES,FLOOR AND TO COVER LARGE POTS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES. ALUMINUM FOIL ON TOP THE GREASE TRAP. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE

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.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED LARGE POT USED FOR CARNITAS TOO LARGE FOR WASHING RINSING AND SANITIZING IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. WRITTEN PROCEDURE IS NEEDED ON HOW THIS PIECE OF EQUIPMENT WILL BE EFFECTIVELY CLEANED IN PLACE. -

Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.

Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.

3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: FAUCETS AT SERVICE SINK NOT RAISED ABOVE THE RIM OF MOP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO RAISE FAUCETS.

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.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OUTSIDE GARBAGE CONTAINER OVERFLOWING WITH GARBAGE, PREVENTING PROPER LID CLOSURE. AVOCADO PEELS ON GROUND AND BEHIND THE CONTAINER DEBRIS AND ITEMS. OBSERVED BIRDS ON TOP THE GARBAGE BAGS AND CARDBOARD BOXES (BIRD FECES ON THEM). ALSO GARBAGE LIDS ARE BROKEN / MISSING PART. MUST REPLACE LIDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION: 7-38-020(B), CITATION ISSUED.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED WALL BEHIND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISREPAIR WITH PEELING CHIPPING PAINT. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED FLOORS AROUND MOP SINK AND UNDER ADJACENT TABLE NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.ALSO BY THE GREASE TRAP AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FLOORS,SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE REPLACE RAW UN-CLEANABLE WOOD COVING/BASEBOARD WALLS IN PREP 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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: TOOLS ROOM AT REAR STORAGE AREA CLUTTER,ALSO THE AREA BY THE WALK-IN-COOLER(PRODUCE/MILK.RE-ORGANIZE AND ELEVATE ITEMS.

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: TOOLS ROOM AT REAR STORAGE AREA CLUTTER,ALSO THE AREA BY THE WALK-IN-COOLER(PRODUCE/MILK.RE-ORGANIZE AND ELEVATE ITEMS.

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.