FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
CVS/PHARMACY #8741 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
December 8, 2016
Complaint
License #1695401
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
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: OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED. ENTRY DOORS NOT TIGHT FITTING AT THE BOTTOM OR RIGHT SIDE TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY. AUTOMATIC OUTER ENTRY DOOR NOT SELF CLOSING TIGHTLY, A GAP GREATER THAN 1/4 INCH FOUND AT LOWER RIGHT SIDE AS WELL AS AT THE BOTTOM WHEN CLOSED. MUST REPAIR DOOR MAKING IT TIGHT-FITTING TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY. 20 MICE DROPPINGS FOUND ON FLOOR IN SMALL OLD OFFICE AREA IN BASEMENT, MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, SEAL UP ANY OPENINGS FOUND AND REQUEST VISIT FROM PEST COTROL COMPANY. 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 #19
MAJOR
Violation Details
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. TRASH AND DEBRIS FOUND ON GROUND AROUND THE RECEPTACLE. LIDS NOT CLOSED ON UNIT, AND ARE SEVERELY BENT OUT OF SHAPE WHICH WILL ALLOW EASY ACCESS FOR PESTS TO ENTER. MUST KEEP SURROUNDING GROUND AREA CLEAN IN CORAL, AND KEEP LIDS CLOSED WHICH MUST BE TIGHT-FITTING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Food Code Requirement
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Specific Requirements
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111, 5-502.11
Violation #29
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOTED 12-6-11 ON REPORT #547864 NOT CORRECTED:-33- MUST CLEAN BREAK ROOM MICROWAVE,ALL VENTILATION VENTS THROUGHOUT,ALL POP SLEEVES IN COOLERS, 1 & 2 COMP SINK, AND MOP SINK. - 34- MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT,INCLUDING WALK IN COOLERS,BASEMENT.MUST CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SOME DAMAGED FLOOR TILES WHERE NEEDED. -35- MUST CLEAN WALLS & CEILINGS WHERE NEEDED & IN WALK IN COOLERS. -41-.MUST REMOVE,ELEVATE,ORGANIZE MASSIVE AMOUNT OF CLUTTER THROUGHOUT INCLUDING BASEMENT. NON COMPLIANT VIOLATION 7-42-090 SERIOUS
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 #29
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOTED 12-6-11 ON REPORT #547864 NOT CORRECTED:-33- MUST CLEAN BREAK ROOM MICROWAVE,ALL VENTILATION VENTS THROUGHOUT,ALL POP SLEEVES IN COOLERS, 1 & 2 COMP SINK, AND MOP SINK. - 34- MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT,INCLUDING WALK IN COOLERS,BASEMENT.MUST CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SOME DAMAGED FLOOR TILES WHERE NEEDED. -35- MUST CLEAN WALLS & CEILINGS WHERE NEEDED & IN WALK IN COOLERS. -41-.MUST REMOVE,ELEVATE,ORGANIZE MASSIVE AMOUNT OF CLUTTER THROUGHOUT INCLUDING BASEMENT. NON COMPLIANT VIOLATION 7-42-090 SERIOUS
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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