FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
CVS/PHARMACY #8506 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
October 14, 2011
Canvass
License #1697614
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #20
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSIDE CONTAINERS OR RECEPTACLES: ADEQUATE NUMBER, PROPERLY COVERED AND INSECT/RODENT PROOF - Comments: GARBAGE, RUBBISH, & DEBRIS NOT PROPERLY DISCARDED, EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS FOUND ON FLOORS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERS AND IN REAR BY BAILER-MUST KEEP AREAS CLEAN-CITATION ISSUED-SERIOUS 7-38-020
Why This Matters
Slow cooling allows spore-forming bacteria like C. perfringens to germinate and multiply to dangerous levels.
Food Code Requirement
Foods must be rapidly cooled to safe temperatures.
Specific Requirements
Cool from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, then to 41°F within 4 additional hours; Use shallow pans, ice baths, cooling wands, or blast chillers; Monitor with thermometer.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.14
Violation #27
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET ROOMS ENCLOSED CLEAN, PROVIDED WITH HAND CLEANSER, SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AND PROPER WASTE RECEPTACLES - Comments: In all food establishments, toilet facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair and shall include an adequate supply of hot and cold or tempered water, soap, and approved sanitary towels or other approved hand-drying devices. WASHROOMS ON PREMISES NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED, DEBRIS & TRASH NOT PROPERLY DISCARDED, WASHBOWLS NOT CLEAN, NO SANITARY HAND-DRYING DEVICES PROVIDED, AND NO SOAP IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM-CITATION ISSUED-SERIOUS 7-38-030
Why This Matters
Missing allergen information can cause life-threatening reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food must be properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Label with common name; List ingredients and allergens; Date marking for prepared foods; Country of origin for certain foods.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: FAN GUARDS,SHELVES,CEILINGS,& WALLS OF ALL COOLERS & FREEZERS, CABINET UNDERNEATH 1 COMP. SINK IN BREAK ROOM AREA, DUST FROM SHELVES ON SALES FLOOR, 2 COMP. SINK, MOP SINK, FRAMES AND LEDGES INSIDE DOORS TO ALL REACH-IN COOLERS & FREEZERS,AND ALL OTHER UNCLEAN SURFACES THROUGHOUT.
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: CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: TRASH, DEBRIS, SPILLED POP & BEER NOTED ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT REAR STORAGE AREA AND INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERS & FREEZERS. ALSO NEED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG ALL WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT & STOCK IN REAR AND BASEMENT AREAS. ALL POP/LIQUOR DISPLAYS MUST BE ELEVATED 6 INCHES OFF 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: CLEAN ALL UNCLEAN WALLS AND DOORS(INCLUDING COOLERS & FREEZERS) THROUGHOUT. CLEAN ALL DUSTY WALL AND CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT.
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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: CLEAN ALL UNCLEAN WALLS AND DOORS(INCLUDING COOLERS & FREEZERS) THROUGHOUT. CLEAN ALL DUSTY WALL AND CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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