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FAMILY DOLLAR STORE # 7612 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

FAMILY DOLLAR STORE # 7612 7927 S ASHLAND AVE, CHICAGO 60620 Grocery Store
February 21, 2024 Complaint License #1766657
11
Total Violations
5
Critical
2
Major
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

11
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 100 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED THROUGHOUT PREMISES SUCH AS REAR STORAGE AREA-UNDER TABLE,IN BETWEEN MERCHANDISE BOATS,DOG FOOD.SALES FLOOR- ON SHELVING UNITS-CANDY,UNDER POP COOLER,CHIP DISPLAY UNIT,ON TOP OF JARS OF CHEESE SUACE, PASTA SAUCE,ON FLOOR BEHIND PALLET NEXT TO ICE CREAM FREEZER,ELECTRICAL OUTLET BEHIND POP COOLER,SEASONAL AISLE,BASKETS.CASHIER AREA- IN WINDOW SILLS,ON TOP OF STUFF ANIMAL ON FLOOR IN SAME AREA.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 2/21/24.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITQATION ISSUED)
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED A GAP ALONG CENTER BOTTOM OF DOUBLE FRONT DOORS MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.
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.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST & DEBRIS BUILD UP AT SERVICE COUNTER SHELVING UNITS,ALL DISPLAY SHELVES THROUGHOUT PREMISES,ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
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 HOT RUNNING WATER TEMPERATURES ON PREMISES AT HAND SINKS IN MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM RANGING FROM 56.4F-57.2F AND MOPSINK-56.8F. MUST HAVE HOT RUNNING WATER AT 100.0F.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN DURING HOURS OF OPERATION.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 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 #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED MOPSINK CLOGGED WITH STANDING DIRTY WATER MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO LID ON GARBAGE CAN IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: MUST CLEAN BUILD UP ON TOILET FIXTURES IN BOTH TOILET ROOMS.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE DEBRIS AND TRASH BUILD UP ON FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES,DISPLAY SHELVES THROUGHOUT PREMISES INCLUDING REAR STORAGE 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE DEBRIS AND TRASH BUILD UP ON FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES,DISPLAY SHELVES THROUGHOUT PREMISES INCLUDING REAR STORAGE 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.

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