DOLLAR TREE #06214 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP KIT/PROCEDURE ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE A WRITTEN PROCEDURE FOR THE CLEAN UP OF VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS, AND CORRESPONDING EQUIPMENT OUTLINED IN THE 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.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: 4-204.112(B) OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE BEVERAGE DISPLAY COOLERS IN FRONT OF STORE. MUST PLACE A THERMOMETER IN A CONSPICUOUS SPOT IN ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.111 OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 30 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE REAR STORAGE AREA AROUND AND BEHIND THE PALLETS AND ROLLING CARTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM THE AFFECTED AREAS. ALSO OBSERVED 3 ANTS ON THE RETAIL STORAGE SHELVES IN THE CANDY AISLE. ALSO OBSERVED 5 FLYING INSECTS INSIDE OF THE STORE. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE ALL OF THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-202.15 OBSERVED A 1/2" GAP ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE FRONT ENTRY DOORS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF ALL OUTER OPENINGS.

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.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: 3-305.11 MUST STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS AT LEAST 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND AWAY FROM THE WALLS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE CONDITIONS.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: 5-103.11(B) NO HOT WATER WAS PROVIDED THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. FOUND HOT WATER TEMPERATURE IN THE WASHROOMS AT 73F. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE A MINIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100F AT ALL SINKS. 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: 6-501.12 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DIRT AND CLUTTER ON FLOORS UNDER REGISTERS, ALONG WALLS OF SALES FLOOR BEHIND AND UNDER SHELVING. MUST CLEAN ALL FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR BENEATH THE RETAIL STORAGE SHELVES IN ALL AISLES. 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: 6-501.114 REMOVE EXCESSIVE CLUTTER AND CARDBOARD BOXES BEHIND THE BALER.

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: 6-501.11 REPAIR THE OPENING IN THE WALL BENEATH THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE WASHROOM.

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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 6-304.11 THE VENTILATION FANS ARE NOT OPERATIONAL IN THE WASHROOMS. MUST PROVIDE WORKING VENTILATION FANS IN BOTH WASHROOMS.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 6-304.11 THE VENTILATION FANS ARE NOT OPERATIONAL IN THE WASHROOMS. MUST PROVIDE WORKING VENTILATION FANS IN BOTH WASHROOMS.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.