FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Costco Wholesale # 380 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
September 11, 2024
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #1044650
1
Total Violations
1
Critical
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
1
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: PREMISES HAS PORTABLE TRAILER WASHROOMS FOR CUSTOMERS OUTSIDE PARKING LOT. OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AVAILABLE AT THE HAND WASHING SINKS UNDER CITY PRESSURE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN HOT WATER AT A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 100.0F FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection