FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
DOLLAR GENERAL STORE #19095 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
September 6, 2017
License
License #2549387
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Minor
Inspection Summary
This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on September 6, 2017. The inspection type was "License" 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 4 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #9
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WATER SOURCE: SAFE, HOT & COLD UNDER CITY PRESSURE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AT HAND SINKS IN MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS AND MOP SINK.MUST PROVIDE HOT RUNNING WATER AT ALL TIMES AND MAINTAIN.(NO CITATION ISSUED)
Why This Matters
Contaminated water spreads waterborne diseases. Insufficient hot water prevents proper sanitization.
Food Code Requirement
Potable water supply must be adequate, protected, and properly heated.
Specific Requirements
Water from approved public system; Sufficient pressure for all operations; Hot water minimum 120°F at fixtures, 180°F for high-temp dishwashers; Backflow prevention installed; No cross-connections.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-101.11, 5-103.11
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: OBSERVED APPX. 50 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR MIXED IN WITH DIRT BEHIND FURNANCE,NEXT TO A STACK OF FLOOR TILES IN REAR AREA AND ON LEDGES OF WINDOW SILLS BEHIND SERVICE COUNTER.ALSO. APPX."3/4" ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT RIGHT DOOR.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS TO BE TIGHT FITTING.(NO CITATION ISSUED)
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE FLOORING TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE THROUGHOUT PREMISES AND SALES FLOOR.MUST CLEAN FLOOR IN TOILET ROOMS.MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER FROM FLOOR AND KEEP DRY IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE FLOORING TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE THROUGHOUT PREMISES AND SALES FLOOR.MUST CLEAN FLOOR IN TOILET ROOMS.MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER FROM FLOOR AND KEEP DRY IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection