FAMILY DOLLAR #5719 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE CLEAN UP PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WITH ALL THE NECESSARY ITEMS OUTLINED IN POLICY INCLUDING DISPOSABLE GLOVES, FACE MASK, DISPOSABLE MOP WITH APPROPRIATE SANITIZER FOR NOROVIRUS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND SOAP IN WASHROOM FACILITIES. INSTRUCTED (PIC) TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION ISSUED 7-38-010

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

FOOD IN GOOD CONDITION, SAFE, & UNADULTERATED - Comments: OBSERVED BAG POTATO CHIPS, POPCORN WHERE RODENTS CHEWED INTO, AND DROPPINGS INSIDE BAGS NOT SAFE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. ALSO OBSERVED LARGE 20-LBS BAGS OF DRY DOG FOOD ON DISPLAY SHELVES CHEWED INTO BY RODENTS PIC REMOVED AND DISCARDED APPROX 5- LARGE 7OZ BAGS OF SMARTFOOD WHITE CHEDDAR POPCORN, 3-8OZ LARGE BAGS OF FUNJUNS,1-LARGE 8OZ BAG OF MUNCHIES,3-LARGE 8OZ BAGS OF LAYS POTATO CHIPS-COST $3.75 EA.ALSO (2) LARGE 20LB BAGS OF PURINA DOG FOOD-$18.95 EA.(1) 25-LB BAGS OF PEDIGREE-$21.00(2) 18-LB BAGS OF DRY FAMILY PET DOG FOOD $13.00EA. ALL FOOD REMOVED AND DISCARDED BY MANAGER AT APPROX COST $125.00-COS. PRIORITY VIOLATION ISSUED

Pests carry numerous pathogens including Salmonella, E. coli, and Hantavirus, contaminating food and surfaces.

Facility must be free of pest infestation.

No live pests; No pest droppings, gnaw marks, or nesting; Effective pest control program; Regular monitoring; Professional treatment when needed.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF 125 MICE DROPPINGS ON PREMISES DISPLAY SHELVES FOR PREP[ACKAGED CHIPS, BAGGED DRY DOG FOOD,PET TOYS,ON FLOORS AROUND COOLERS THROUGHOUT ENTIRE REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. STRONGLY RECOMMENED PEST SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION ISSUED 7-38-020

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: OBSERVED BOTTOM OF FRONT ENTRY DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING FROM RODENT ENTRY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO MAKE TIGHT-FITTING.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DISPLAY STORAGE SHELVES NOT CLEAN FOR POTATO CHIPS,POPCORN,DOG FOOD, PET SUPPLIES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED CLOGGED MOP SINK FULL OF STANDING WATER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM.INSTRUCTED ANY WASHROOM USED BY FEMALES MUST HAVE A COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR SANITARY NAPKINS. MUST INSTALL.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DIRTY SOILED MOPS STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE ARE. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL MOPS HANGING RACK OR INVERTED IN CLEANING AREA.

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 FLOORS NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS, DIRT,ETC UNDER ALL DISPLAY STORAGE UNITS, REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/MAINTAIN.

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 FLOORS NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS, DIRT,ETC UNDER ALL DISPLAY STORAGE UNITS, REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/MAINTAIN.

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.