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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
June 16, 2020 Complaint Re-Inspection License #6876
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 5 RODENT DROPPINGS ON THE 2ND FLOOR UTILITY CLOSET AND UNDER THE STAIRS TO THE ROOF. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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 #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-602.13 DETAIL CLEAN THE BIRD CAGES THROUGHOUT, AND EQUIPMENT USED TO SLAUGHTER THE BIRDS IN THE RETAIL AND WHOLESALE AREAS.
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.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED THE DRAIN LINE LEAKING FROM THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR WHOLESALE PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR.
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.
Violation #52
MAJOR
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: 5-402.13 OBSERVED STANDING WATER FROM THE FLOOR DRAIN IN THE REAR PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SO THAT THE WATER DRAINS PROPERLY. PRIORITY 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.
All waste water must be properly disposed.
Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.12 MUST CLEAN THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA. CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL ANIMAL FECES, FEATHERS, BLOOD AND ANIMAL TISSUE.
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.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 6-304.11 NO WORKING VENTILATION WAS PROVIDED IN THE 1ST FLOOR AND BASEMENT WHERE CHICKENS, DUCKS AND TURKEYS ARE KEPT IN CAGES OR IN THE CAGED AREA IN THE BASEMENT. MUST PROVIDE WORKING VENTILATION ON THE 1ST FLOOR WHERE THE CHICKEN CAGES ARE STORED. REMOVE THE CAGE FROM THE BASEMENT OR PROVIDE WORKING VENTILATION IN THIS AREA AS WELL.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 6-304.11 NO WORKING VENTILATION WAS PROVIDED IN THE 1ST FLOOR AND BASEMENT WHERE CHICKENS, DUCKS AND TURKEYS ARE KEPT IN CAGES OR IN THE CAGED AREA IN THE BASEMENT. MUST PROVIDE WORKING VENTILATION ON THE 1ST FLOOR WHERE THE CHICKEN CAGES ARE STORED. REMOVE THE CAGE FROM THE BASEMENT OR PROVIDE WORKING VENTILATION IN THIS AREA AS WELL.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

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