FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
FOOD 4 LESS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
September 6, 2012
Short Form Complaint
License #1884255
1
Total Violations
1
Critical
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
1
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: Evidence of mice droppings from on premises. Found evidence of mice droppings in meat department office behind storage racks along all walls approximately 15 droppings. Also, front cart overhead door has 1/4 inch gap at bottom and rear south west overhead door has 1/2 inch gap around plate lift. Instructed to rodent proof doors to prevent rodent and insect entry and remove all rodent droppings and detail clean areas. Serious citation issued 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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
Call 311 or File Online
More Information
CDPH Food Protection