PASS
Risk 1 (High)
Costco Wholesale # 380 Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
August 2, 2016
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License #1044650
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
4
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON STAFF BREAKROOM 3- DOOR REFRIGERATOR & BAKERY WALK IN FREEZER,BROKEN FAN GUARD COVER IN DAIRY WALK IN COOLER.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM ICE DISPENSER ON SODA MACHINE & COUNTER,BAKERY WALK IN FREEZER SHELVING UNITS,BAKERY WALK IN COOLER COVERS ON FANS,BAKERY PREP AREA PREP TABLES,CARTS,FLOOR MIXERS,SHELVING UNITS,DELI-COVERS ON FANS IN PREP AREA & WALK IN COOLER,DELI WALK IN COOLER OVEN,REACH IN COOLER & CARTS,DAIRY WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARDS,BREAKROOM MICROWAVE AND LOWER CABINETS.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST REMOVE WATER FROM FLOOR IN RESTAURANT WALK IN COOLER,BAKERY-WALK IN FREEZER REMOVE ICE BUILD UP & WALK IN COOLER FLOOR & DRAINS CLEAN,MEAT DEPT-GROUT SEAMS IN FLOOR,DELI PREP AREA-CLEAN FLOOR BEHIND OVENS,DAIRY WALK IN COOLER-CLEAN FLOOR
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM FILTERS , HOOD & VENTILATION VENTS IN RESTAURANT,BAKERY WALK IN COOLER-MOLD BUILD UP ON WALLS,MEAT PREP AREA MOLD BUILD UP AND LOOSE CAULKING,BREAK ROOM HOLE IN WALL BEHIND JUICE MACHINE
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT IN BAKERY WALK IN FREEZER.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR LOW WATER PRESSURE AT HAND SINK IN WOMEN'S TOILETROOM THE 1ST TWO SINKS
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR LOW WATER PRESSURE AT HAND SINK IN WOMEN'S TOILETROOM THE 1ST TWO SINKS
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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