DOLLAR GENERAL STORE # 15873 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.

FOOD IN GOOD CONDITION, SAFE, & UNADULTERATED - Comments: OBSERVED SEVERAL BAGS OF BREAD AND CHIPS GNAWED, ADULTERATED WITH MICE DROPPINGS AND DISPLAY FOR SALE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. ALL FOOD DISPLAYED FOR SALE SHALL BE WHOLESOME AND IN GOOD CONDITION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATON ISSUED

Pests carry numerous pathogens including Salmonella, E. coli, and Hantavirus, contaminating food and surfaces.

Facility must be free of pest infestation.

No live pests; No pest droppings, gnaw marks, or nesting; Effective pest control program; Regular monitoring; Professional treatment when needed.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED AN INFESTATION OF APPX.500 OR MORE MICE AND RAT DROPPINGS ON DOG FOOD SHELF,CANDY SUCKERS,BREAD,CAN GOODS,SNACKS,CHIP DISPLAY BOXES,PAPER GOODS,WATER DISPLAY,REAR STORAGE AREA-ALONG WALL BASES NEXT TO MOP SINK,REACH IN COOLER & FREEZER,NEXT TO AND IN BETWEEN STORAGE BINS,ON FLOOR UNDER STORAGE SHELVES IN BETWEEN CLUTTER,UNDER STAIRS LEADING TO BASEMENT.SCATTERED ON FLOOR UNDER MOST SHELVING UNITS ON SALES FLOOR. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. (PRIORITY 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP AND SPILLS FROM REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS,DISPLAY SHELVES,CASHIER BOOTHS,SERVICE COUNTER AND DEFROST SMALL ICE CREAM FREEZER.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLES INSIDE OF UNISEX TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER LID MISSING AND TRASH AND DEBRIS ON GROUND AROUND DUMPSTER. MUST REPLACE LIDS TO BE TIGHT FITTING.REMOVE TRASH AND KEEP AREA CLEAN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)(CITATION ISSUED)

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES AT REAR AREA OF THE STORE.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: REAR STORAGE AREA WITH CLUTTER. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE CLUTTER AND ORGANIZE THE AREA.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND THE FLOORS IN ALL OF THE CORNERS, UNDER/AROUND THE STORAGE RACKS IN THE FRONT AND REAR WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND THE FLOORS IN ALL OF THE CORNERS, UNDER/AROUND THE STORAGE RACKS IN THE FRONT AND REAR WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.

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.