DOLLAR TREE #06214 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP KIT/PROCEDURE ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE WRITTEN PROCEDURE FOR THE CLEAN UP OF VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS, AND CORRESPONDING EQUIPMENT OUTLINE IN PROCEDURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED 3 SMALL REFRIGERATORS IN FRONT OF THE STORE NOT ABLE TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE. FOUND IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 47.9F-50F. INSTRUCTED MUST KEEP ALL REFRIGERATION @ 41F OR LESS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE BEVERAGE DISPLAY COOLERS IN FRONT OF STORE. MUST PLACE A THERMOMETER IN A CONSPICUOUS SPOT IN ALL REFRIGERATION.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: OBSERVED HOT WATER UNAVAILABLE THROUGHOUT FACILITY. FOUND HOT WATER TEMPERATURE IN RESTROOMS @ 73.7F AND 73.4F; HOT WATER @ 73.4F AT UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED MUST HAVE A MINIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). 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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DIRT AND CLUTTER ON FLOORS UNDER REGISTERS, ALONG WALLS OF SALES FLOOR BEHIND AND UNDER SHELVING. OBSERVED DIRT ACCUMULATION ON FLOORS IN RESTROOM ALONG WALLS AND IN CORNERS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.

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: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DIRT AND CLUTTER ON FLOORS UNDER REGISTERS, ALONG WALLS OF SALES FLOOR BEHIND AND UNDER SHELVING. OBSERVED DIRT ACCUMULATION ON FLOORS IN RESTROOM ALONG WALLS AND IN CORNERS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.

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.