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CVS/PHARMACY #8698 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

CVS/PHARMACY #8698 1165 N CLARK ST, CHICAGO 60610 Grocery Store
March 26, 2020 Canvass License #1695272
7
Total Violations
3
Critical
4
Minor

Inspection Summary

This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on March 26, 2020. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Fail outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 3 (Low), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 7 violations during this inspection, including 3 critical violations that required immediate attention.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE OR CLEAN UP KIT ON SITE. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED. -
Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.
Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.
Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: DURING INSPECTION FOUND HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHRROM AND HAND WASHING SINK IN BREAK ROOM LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT WITHOUT HOT WATER NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. FOUND HOT WATER TEMPERATURE AT 69F. FACILITY GIVEN 48 HOURS TO REPAIR ABOVE STATED SINK.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO USE HAND SINK IN THE CUSTOMERS WASHROOMS LOCATED ON THE 1ST FLOOR FOR HAND WASHING. ALL HAND SINKS MUST HAVE HOT WATER (MINIMUM OF 100F DEGREES AT ALL TIMES) .CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED.
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR IN REAR STORAGES ROOM IN THE 1ST FLOOR AND THROUGHOUT BASEMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT REAR STORAGE AREAS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. OBSERVED ITEMS STORE ON FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERS, DISPLAY AREA AND THROUGHOUT REAR STORAGES AREA IN THE 1ST FLOOR. MUST ELEVATE ITEMS 6INCHES OFF FLOOR/WALL.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING VENTILATION VENTS INSIDE CUSTOMERS WASHROOMS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING VENTILATION VENTS INSIDE CUSTOMERS WASHROOMS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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