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CIALES POULTRY MEATS & FISH Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

CIALES POULTRY MEATS & FISH (AKA: CIALES POULTRY) 2141 W ARMITAGE AVE, CHICAGO 60647 Grocery Store
July 14, 2016 Canvass License #6876
7
Total Violations
4
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #2
CRITICAL
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: NOTED SERVICE DISPLAY COOLER AT THE REAR TO HAVE IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 58.6F. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL EQUIPMENT IS MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 40F AND BELOW. CRITICAL VIOLATION $7-38-005(A)
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
Violation #3
CRITICAL
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS TO BE IMPROPER INSIDE THE SERVICE DISPLAY COOLER:- CHICKEN 56.4F AND EGGS 56.7F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 30 LBS WORTH $68.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
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.
Violation #11
MAJOR
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED HAND WASHING FACILITY THROUGH OUT IN POOR REPAIRS PLUMBING ISSUES AND FAUCETS NOT WORKING PROPERLY, UNABLE TO TURN ON HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER FROM THE FAUCETS.(ALL SINKS TURNED OFF). INSTRUCTED MAINTAIN ALL HAND WASHING FACILITY THROUGH OUT. CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-030
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
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: NOTED 50 RAT DROPPINGS ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT ON THE 1ST AND 2ND FLOORS.ALSO NOTED OVER 30 FLYING INSECTS ON WALLS AT THE 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION #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 #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGH OUT THE 1ST FLOOR ESPECIALLY WHERE LIVE POULTRY IS STORED AND SLAUGHTERED.....MUST SEAL ALL HOLES AND OPENINGS THROUGH OUT TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS FOR PEST ESPECIALLY ON THE 1ST FLOOR BEHIND THE SLAUGHTER MACHINES.
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: NOTED GAS STOVE AT THE 1ST FLOOR DRY STORAGE AREA CONNECTED WITH NO HOOD OR VENTILATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A VENTILATION SYSTEM FOR THE STOVE. MUST ALSO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STAINED CEILING TILES ESPECIALLY AT THE REAR 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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: NOTED GAS STOVE AT THE 1ST FLOOR DRY STORAGE AREA CONNECTED WITH NO HOOD OR VENTILATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A VENTILATION SYSTEM FOR THE STOVE. MUST ALSO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STAINED CEILING TILES ESPECIALLY AT THE REAR 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.

Health Department Information

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