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FAMILY DOLLAR #6514 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

FAMILY DOLLAR #6514 2420 W 51ST ST, CHICAGO 60632 Grocery Store
July 1, 2024 Complaint License #1698525
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF BLACK AND GRAY MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR BOTTOMS OF COLD HOLD UNITS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #50
CRITICAL
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER ON PREMISES. HOT WATER IS NOT OBSERVED AT ANY HANDSINKS IN RESTROOMS. HOT WATER IS OBSERVED AT 66.7F AT ALL SINKS. THE INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE OF HOT WATER GENERATION AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS SHALL BE SUFFICIENT TO MEET THE PEAK HOT WATER DEMANDS THROUGH THE RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN. 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.
Violation #52
MAJOR
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED INADEQUATE WASTE AND SEWAGE WATER DISPOSAL FROM WASTE WATER PIPES IN THE BASEMENT. OBSERVED BROWN AND BLACK WATER BACK UP ON THE FLOOR OF THE BASEMENT WITH SOILED TISSUE INTERMINGLED, AS WELL AS A BLACK MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE. MUST REMOVE WATER FROM FLOOR AND KEEP DRY AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES, MUST REPAIR SEWAGEPIPES/DISPOSAL SYSTEM FOR WASTEWATER. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.
All waste water must be properly disposed.
Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE ON WALLS AND CEILING IN BASEMENT AREA. (NO FOODSTUFFS OR DRY GOODS STORED IN AREA) INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HAVE MOLD REMEDIATED FOR EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND SAFETY. OBSERVED LARGE SPIDER WEBS ALONG FRONT WINDOW ENTRANCE ABOVE PRODUCT INVENTORY AND EXTENDING ONTO INVENTORY AND FLOORS WITH DIRT/GRIME BUILDUP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. TECHNICIANS ARRIVED ON SITE FOR MOLD ASSESSMENT DURING 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE ON WALLS AND CEILING IN BASEMENT AREA. (NO FOODSTUFFS OR DRY GOODS STORED IN AREA) INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HAVE MOLD REMEDIATED FOR EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND SAFETY. OBSERVED LARGE SPIDER WEBS ALONG FRONT WINDOW ENTRANCE ABOVE PRODUCT INVENTORY AND EXTENDING ONTO INVENTORY AND FLOORS WITH DIRT/GRIME BUILDUP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. TECHNICIANS ARRIVED ON SITE FOR MOLD ASSESSMENT DURING 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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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