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CERMAK BP Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

CERMAK BP 1602 W CERMAK RD, CHICAGO 60608 Grocery Store
November 1, 2011 Canvass License #1593162
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
3
Minor

Inspection Summary

This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on November 1, 2011. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Fail outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 3 (Low), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 7 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. DOUBLE FRONT DOORS HAS A ONE INCH GAP BETWEEN THEM AND THE BACK DOOR HAS ONE FOURTH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR. ALL THE DOORS NOT TIGHT FITTING OR RODENT PROOFED. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE THE DOORS TIGHT FITTING AND RODENT PROOFED. SERIOUS CITATION GIVEN 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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN THE CAPPUCCINO MACHINE, CHILLY WILLEE MACHINE, STEVES FROZEN CHILLER MACHINE, ALL NOZZLES AND THE COFFEE MAKER MACHINES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE SAME. DEFROST ALL THE REACHIN FREEZERS HAS ICE BUILDUP ON THEM.
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.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. CLEAN ALL THE FLOORS IN THE STORE AND STORE ROOMS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN THE CORNERS HAS DUST BUILDUP ON THEM. LIFT STORE SHELVES AND CLEAN FLOOR UNDERNEATH THEM.
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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REMOVE THE GRAFFITI FROM THE WALLS IN THE CUSTOMERS TOILET ROOM AND PAINT THEM.
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 #37
MAJOR
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS AND END CAPS TO THE LIGHT BUIBS IN BOTH TOILET ROOMS.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. CLEAN ALL THE VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES HAS DUST AND DIRT ON THEM.
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 #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. CLEAN ALL THE VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES HAS DUST AND DIRT ON THEM.
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.

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