FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
GROCERY BASKET Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
February 2, 2012
Complaint
License #1677513
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
4
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #24
MAJOR
Violation Details
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: DISHWASHING FACILITIES IN POOR REPAIR. NOTED PIPES UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN PREP AREA LEAKING HEAVILY ONTO THE FLOOR WHEN WATER TURNED ON IN SINK BASIN. MUST REPAIR. ALSO, THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA HAS A LEAKY GREASE TRAP AND TWO GARDEN HOSES INSTALLED IN PLACE OF PROPER FAUCETS. MUST REPAIR LEAK AT GREASE TRAP,REMOVE GARDEN HOSES AND PROPERLY INSTALL THE APPROPRIATE FAUCETS TO ALLOW MULTI USE ITEMS TO BE PROPERLY WASHED,RINSED AND SANITIZED. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-301.11, 4-501.14
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL COOLERS,TABLES AND SINKS IN PREP AREAS. MUST ALSO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN UNUSED PREP KITCHEN OR REMOVE. MUST DETAIL CLEAN SINKS AND TOILETS IN WASHROOMS.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST REPAIR BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN MEAT PREP COOLER,ON SALES FLOOR IN PRODUCE AREA AND THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER SHELVING THROUGHOUT SALES FLOOR AND REMOVE EXTREME DUST,DIRT AND ALL FOOD DEBRIS. MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER FROM FLOORS IN WALK IN COOLERS AND IN PREP AREAS. MUST KEEP FLOOR DRY AT ALL TIMES.
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: MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS IN WASHROOMS AND REPAINT. MUST ALSO DETAIL CLEAN WALLS IN ALL PREP AREAS. MUST REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE SALES FLOOR.
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 #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT UPPER LEVEL WASHROOM DOOR.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR LEAKY PIPES UNDER MEAT PREP AREA HAND SINK. MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT MOP SINK IN PRODUCE PREP AREA. MUST INSTALL A BACKFLOW DEVICE AT THE MOP SINK.
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 REPAIR LEAKY PIPES UNDER MEAT PREP AREA HAND SINK. MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT MOP SINK IN PRODUCE PREP AREA. MUST INSTALL A BACKFLOW DEVICE AT THE MOP SINK.
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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