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CVS/PHARMACY #8737 Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

CVS/PHARMACY #8737 2414 N LINCOLN AVE, CHICAGO 60614 Grocery Store
April 28, 2020 Canvass License #1695301
8
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN AND KIT FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN A PROCEDURE/PLAN AND TO MAINTAIN ANY APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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 #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED A CUSTOMER COME WITH A LARGE DOG AT PHARMACY AREA. NOT A SERVICE ANIMAL. REVIEWED WITH MANAGER THAT LIVE ANIMALS MAY NOT BE ALLOWED ON THE PREMISES OF A RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-40-060.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #39
MAJOR
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: WASTE PIPE ABOVE THE FOOD ITEMS IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.SAID PIPES MUST BE ENCASED OR RELOCATE ITEMS. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR STORED ITEMS. PROVIDE SHELVES 6"0FF THE PREMISES
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: NO VENTILATION PROVIDED IN BASEMENT BOTH WASHROOMS,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: BROKEN,MISSING AND HEAVILY STAINS CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE SAID TILES. BROKEN METAL FLOOR SHEET IN FRONT OF THE EXIT DOOR AT FIRST FLOOR STORAGE AREA. BROKEN AND MISSING FLOOR TILES AT FRONT SELLING AREA BY THE WALK-IN COOLER AND REAR STORAGE AREA. BROKEN NORTH WALL AND PEELING PAINT IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA,WERE FOOD ITEMS ARE STORED. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE
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: BROKEN,MISSING AND HEAVILY STAINS CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE SAID TILES. BROKEN METAL FLOOR SHEET IN FRONT OF THE EXIT DOOR AT FIRST FLOOR STORAGE AREA. BROKEN AND MISSING FLOOR TILES AT FRONT SELLING AREA BY THE WALK-IN COOLER AND REAR STORAGE AREA. BROKEN NORTH WALL AND PEELING PAINT IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA,WERE FOOD ITEMS ARE STORED. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE
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.

Health Department Information

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