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DOLLAR GENERAL STORE #25059 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

DOLLAR GENERAL STORE #25059 1425 E 71ST ST, CHICAGO 60619 Grocery Store
April 4, 2025 License License #3020603
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A VOMIT/DIARRHEA KIT PER CITY CODE. PRIORITY 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 #50
CRITICAL
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: NO HOT WATER ON THE PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER PER THE CITY CODE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY 7-38-030(c) NO CITATION ISSUED
Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.
Adequate hot and cold running water required.
Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.
Violation #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREA NOT MAINTAINED. MASSIVE AMOUNTS OF LARGE DEBRIS ON TOP OF AND OVERFLOWING FROM THE RECEPTACLE. LITTER/DEBRIS ON THE GROUND AROUND THE CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(b) NO 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: SIDE AND 2ND FL STORAGE AREA WALLS NOT FINISHED AND OR DAMAGED. ALSO, DAMAGED WALL ABOVE STOCK SHELVES IN FRONT OF STORE. INSTRUCTED TO FINISH/FIX AND SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS THROUGHOUT AS NEEDED. -MUST PROVIDE MISSING WALLBASE TO WALLS ON SIDE STORAGE AREA ON THE FIRST FLOOR AND WHERE NEEDED.
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: FLOORS BEHIND THE COOLER/FREEZERS, IN THE REAR/SIDE AND 2ND FL STORAGE AREA WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGHOUT.
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: FLOORS BEHIND THE COOLER/FREEZERS, IN THE REAR/SIDE AND 2ND FL STORAGE AREA WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGHOUT.
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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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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