FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
FAMILY DOLLAR Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
June 25, 2015
Complaint
License #1974672
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: FOUND EVIDENCE OF MICE AT PREMISES. OBSERVED 1 LIVE MOUSE BY REAR DOOR OF BUSINESS. ALSO, OBSERVED ABOUT 30 MOUSE DROPPINGS ALONG WALLS AT REAR STORAGE AREAS. LAST, OBSERVED ABOUT 30 MOUSE DROPPINGS NEXT TO DOG FOOD AT PET FOOD AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION. 7-38-020.
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN AT REAR STORAGE AREAS AND IN BREAK ROOM. MUST BE CLEANED AND SANITIZED. FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN THROUGHOUT FLOORS UNDER SHELVING UNITS. MUST BE CLEANED AND SANITIZED.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN AT REAR STORAGE AREAS AND IN BREAK ROOM. MUST BE CLEANED AND SANITIZED. FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN THROUGHOUT FLOORS UNDER SHELVING UNITS. MUST BE CLEANED AND SANITIZED.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection