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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.111 OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 5 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 6 SMALL, BLACK FLIES ON WALLS IN RESTROOMS ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE ALL OF THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A).

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: OBSERVED HOT WATER TEMPERATURE 98.3F AT RESTROOM ON LEFT. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE A MINIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100F AT ALL SINKS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).

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 DEBRIS ACCUMULATION UNDER SHELVING THROUGHOUT SALES FLOOR. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FLOORS UNDER SHELVING IN GROCERY SECTION. MUST REMOVE KICK PLATES UPON ARRIVAL FOR INSPECTION.

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: 6-501.12 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DIRT AND DEBRIS ACCUMULATION UNDER SHELVING THROUGHOUT SALES FLOOR. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FLOORS UNDER SHELVING IN GROCERY SECTION. MUST REMOVE KICK PLATES UPON ARRIVAL FOR INSPECTION.

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.