FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
FERMIN'S POULTRY INC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Live poultry
April 14, 2014
License
License #2314597
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
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: THE GARAGE DOOR HAS A ONE INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR, THE FRONT DOOR HAS A 1/4 INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR. VIOLATION 7-38-020. MUST MAKE THE DOORS TIGHT FITTING AND RODENT PROOFED.
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: THE FLOORS IN THE PREP AREA ARE UNEVEN,BROKEN AND ARE PITTED. MUST REPAIR THE FLOORS IN THE PREP AREA.
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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: FOUND UNFINISHED WALLS IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA. MUST FINISHED THEM. MUST PROVIDE 6" COVE (WALL BASE) TO THE WALLS IN THE PREP AREA
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROVIED A DRAINBOARD TO THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE A UTILITY /MOP SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AND PROVIDE A BACK FLOW PROVENTER TO THE FAUCET. MUST PROVIDE BACKFLOW FLOW PROVENTER TO EACH OF THE HOSE BIBS.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROVIED A DRAINBOARD TO THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE A UTILITY /MOP SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AND PROVIDE A BACK FLOW PROVENTER TO THE FAUCET. MUST PROVIDE BACKFLOW FLOW PROVENTER TO EACH OF THE HOSE BIBS.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection