ED'S FOOD MART, INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED 20-30 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR, LEDGES, UNDER SHELVES IN FRONT COUNTER AREA, 50-60 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR AND SHELVES IN BASEMENT, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR INSIDE MEAT WALK-IN COOLER, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON BOTTOM SHELF UNDER MICROWAVE IN MEAT PREP AREA, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. FRONT AND BASEMENT OVERHEAD DOORS NOT RODENT PROOFED, 1/4" GAP BETWEEN FRONT DOUBLE DOORS, 1/4" GAP ON BOTTOM AND SIDES OF BASEMENT OVERHEAD DOORS. SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOORS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED PER MUNICIPAL CODE FROM REPORT #1234532 ON 8-9-12. 32-PROVIDE DIVIDERS IN MEAT DISPLAY COOLER. 34-REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN ALL AREAS. FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN BASEMENT, BEHIND FRONT COUNTER, SALES, AND STORAGE AREAS. 37-INSTALL SELF-CLOSING DEVICE ON WASHROOM DOOR. 38-REMOVE HOSE FROM 3-COMP SINK. 42-ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PROVIDE DIVIDERS IN MEAT DISPLAY COOLER.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF DISPLAY SHELVES, STORAGE SHELVES BEHIND FRONT COUNTER AND IN SALES AREA. CLEAN ALL SINKS, PREP TABLES, AND SLICER IN MEAT PREP AREA. CLEAN OUTLETS BEHIND FRONT COUNTER (ASHES).

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN ALL AREAS. FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN BASEMENT, BEHIND FRONT COUNTER, SALES AND STORAGE AREAS.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: CLEAN WALLS IN WASHROOM. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: INSTALL SELF-CLOSING DEVICE ON WASHROOM DOOR.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTALL AN EXPOSED SINK BEHIND FRONT COUNTER WHERE NACHOS PREPARED AND SERVED. PROPERLY CONNECT CONDENSATION WASTE LINE INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.

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.

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT, BIKES, FREEZERS, CRATES, ETC IN REAR STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT, BIKES, FREEZERS, CRATES, ETC IN REAR STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.