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Risk 1 (High)
COUNTY FAIR FOODS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
March 10, 2014
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License #37096
5
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #9
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WATER SOURCE: SAFE, HOT & COLD UNDER CITY PRESSURE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AT HAND SINKS, 3-COMP SINKS, IN MEAT PROCESSING/PREP AREA, BAKERY PREP, AND WASHROOMS. OBSERVED EMPLOYEES PREPPING FOODS AND WRAPING MEATS,(GROUND BEEF) IN PREP AREAS WITH OUT HOT WATER. INSTRUCTED TO STOP ALL PREPPING UNTIL HOT WATER IS RESTORED.CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
Why This Matters
Contaminated water spreads waterborne diseases. Insufficient hot water prevents proper sanitization.
Food Code Requirement
Potable water supply must be adequate, protected, and properly heated.
Specific Requirements
Water from approved public system; Sufficient pressure for all operations; Hot water minimum 120°F at fixtures, 180°F for high-temp dishwashers; Backflow prevention installed; No cross-connections.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-101.11, 5-103.11
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: OBSERVED ( MANUAL CAPPED)FRESH SQUEEZED ORANGE JUICE ON ICE AT SALAD BAR AND INSIDE COOLER FOR SALE TO CUSTOMERS. OBSERVED FRESH SQUEEZED JUICE MACHINE IN PRODUCE PREP AREA TABLE. INADEQATE FOOD PROTECTION. MANUEL CAPPING,CROWNING OR CLOSING IS PROHIBITED.PROCESS IS NOT APPROVED AT THIS TIME BY THE HEALTH DEPT. MUST NOT USE MACHINE UNTIL APPROVAL FROM HEALTH DEPT.MACHINE WILL BE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOORS NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS UNDER STORAGE IN HALLWAY BY MEN'S WASHROOM.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED NO EXPOSED HAND SINK IN PRODUCE PREP/JUICING AREA,AND EMPLOYEES PREPING VEGETABLES.MUST INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK ,(HOT/COLD0 WATER WITH SOAP AND TOWEL DEVICE IN PREP AREA.
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: OBSERVED NO EXPOSED HAND SINK IN PRODUCE PREP/JUICING AREA,AND EMPLOYEES PREPING VEGETABLES.MUST INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK ,(HOT/COLD0 WATER WITH SOAP AND TOWEL DEVICE IN PREP AREA.
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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