FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
FAMILY DOLLAR STORE # 6772 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
September 14, 2016
Complaint
License #1617531
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: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 75-80 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE FRONT OF THE STORE IN GROCERY AREA UNDER SHELVING AND BEHIND COOLERS AND AROUND STORAGE BOXES AND 10 IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AREAS NOTED, BETTER ORGANIZE THE STORE AND PROVIDE ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. 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: OBSERVED BEBRIS AND AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF STORAGE BOXES IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM AND AROUND THE REAR OF THE STORE ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, BETTER ORGANIZE AND/OR REMOVE THE ITEMS AND STORE THEM 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR.
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: OBSERVED BEBRIS AND AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF STORAGE BOXES IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM AND AROUND THE REAR OF THE STORE ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, BETTER ORGANIZE AND/OR REMOVE THE ITEMS AND STORE THEM 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR.
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
Report Issues
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CDPH Food Protection