FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
CVS/PHARMACY #8695 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
January 20, 2017
Complaint
License #1695267
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY NOTED ON SITE IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: APPROX. 25 DROPPINGS NOTED BY THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE LOADING DOCK (NEAR THE DOCUMENT WASTE CANS), APPROX. 20 DROPPINGS ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE WATER STORAGE COOLER, AND APPROX. 30 DROPPINGS UNDER THE UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ELIMINATE RODENT ACTIVITY, CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED TO OBTAIN THE SERVICES OF A LICENSED PEST CONTROL OPERATOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-020
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #29
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1948476 DATED 8/1/16: #34-FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN AT MAIN STORAGE AREAS, OFFICE AREAS, AND INSIDE WALK IN COOLER. (EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS/GARBAGE INSIDE WALK IN COOLER FLOORS)MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FLOORS MENTIONED. #41-FOUND EXCESSIVE CLUTTER/BOXES/GARBAGE AT REAR STORAGE AREAS. MUST CLEAN AND ORGANIZE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-42-090
Why This Matters
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Food Code Requirement
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Specific Requirements
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-201.14
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED DUST ACCUMULATION ON THE WALK IN BEER COOLER FAN COVERS AND THE FAN COVER IN THE MEN'S RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED DUST ACCUMULATION ON THE WALK IN BEER COOLER FAN COVERS AND THE FAN COVER IN THE MEN'S RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection