FIRST CHOICE MARKET Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 5-204.11 OBSERVED RAW MEAT CUTTING BEING DONE IN THE RAW MEAT WALK IN COOLER WITHOUT A PROPER HAND WASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA (WALK IN COOLER). INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A HAND WASHING SINK OR REMOVE MEAT CUTTING EQUIPMENT FROM THE MEAT WALK IN COOLER AND ONLY ALLOW FOOD PREP IN DESIGNATED FOOD PREP AREAS THAT CONTAIN A HAND WASHING SINK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 6-301.14 OBSERVED HAND WASHING SIGNS NEEDED AT THE HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: 4-602.11(B-E) OBSERVED ALL CUTTING BOARDS STAINED WITH DEEP DARK GROOVES LOCATED IN THE MEAT DEPARTMENT AND ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE MEAT SLICERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS. OBSERVED A MINOR BROWNISH SUBSTANCE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: 3-601.11 OBSERVED INGREDIENTS NOT ON LABELS FOR PREPACKAGED SALADS (COLESLAW, MACARONI SALAD). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.111 OBSERVED LIVE LARGE AND SMALL FLIES ACTIVITY IN THE FACILITY. OBSERVED ABOUT 10 SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND THE REAR BY THE UTILITY SINK AND INSIDE OF THE TOILET ROOM, ABOUT 10-15 LIVE LARGE FLIES ON THE WALLS AND SIGNS LOCATED BY THE RAW AND DELI MEAT PREP AREA, ABOUT 10 SMALL FLIES ON THE WALLS LOCATED BY THE REAR DOOR IN THE MEAT PREP AREA AND ABOUT 5 LIVE SMALL FLIES LOCATED BY THE REAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE MEAT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).

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.

SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: 4-502.13 OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING RE-USED AS A TABLE LINER. INSTRUCTED NOT TO RE-USE CARDBOARD.

Contaminated single-use items transfer pathogens to food and customers.

Single-use items must be protected from contamination.

Store in original packaging; Protect from contamination; Handle by non-contact surfaces; Cannot reuse.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(B) OBSERVED ALL EQUIPMENT IN THE MEAT FOOD PREP AREA WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND 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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED THE BOTTOM OF PREP TABLES WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS IN THE MEAT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL.

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: 5-204.12 UNABLE TO LOCATE THE BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO LOCATE.

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: 5-501.17 OBSERVED A CLOSED RECEPTACLE IS NEEDED INSIDE OF THE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: 5-501.15 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD AND PAPER DEBRIS LOCATED ON THE FLOOR AROUND THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL ACCUMULATED DEBRIS ON THE GROUND AND ALWAYS MAINTAIN THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER GROUND AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(B).

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.12 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS BY THE RAW MEATS FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED STANDING WATER ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR BY THE RAW MEATS 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL FLOORS IN ALL FOOD PREP AREAS AND THRU OUT THE FACILITY.

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: 6-201.11 OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR AND WALL TILES IN VARIOUS AREAS OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE ALL SURFACES SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

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: 6-501.114 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER (OLD PAPERWORK, OLD EQUIPMENT) IN THE BASEMENT, ON THE 1ST FLOOR, ON THE 2ND FLOOR AND IN THE OFFICE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ANY UNNECESSARY CLUTTER AND ORGANIZE ALL SAID AREAS. OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR ON THE 2ND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND AND 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: 6-501.114 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER (OLD PAPERWORK, OLD EQUIPMENT) IN THE BASEMENT, ON THE 1ST FLOOR, ON THE 2ND FLOOR AND IN THE OFFICE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ANY UNNECESSARY CLUTTER AND ORGANIZE ALL SAID AREAS. OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR ON THE 2ND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND AND 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.