PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 3 (Low)
GARRETT POPCORN SHOPS Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
GARRETT POPCORN SHOPS
(AKA: GARRETT POPCORN SHOPS (T1 B8))
11601 W TOUHY AVE, CHICAGO 60666
Grocery Store
November 18, 2011
Short Form Complaint
License #1898214
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation. FOUND FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE,PREPARATION ,SERVICE,DISPLAY,SERIOUS VIOLATION,CITATION ISSUED;CONSTRUCTION IS GOING ON IN THIS SITE,ONLY BLACK PLASTIC MATERIALS COVERING THE WALLS BUT THE TOP AREA IS WIDE OPEN TO TRANSFER DUST FROM THE CONSTRUCTION TO THE FOOD-POPCORN WHICH HAS OPEN CONTAINERS ,EMPLOYEES ARE PACKAGING POPCORN ; INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETELY SEAL TOP AREA ,AND CAN SELL ONLY PRE PACKAGED FOOD WHILE UNDER CONSTRUCTION; BEFORE END OF INSPECTION,BUSINESS STOP SELLING POPCORN AND PUT SIGNS"CLOSED"
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION
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 #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection