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H & J WAREHOUSE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

H & J WAREHOUSE (AKA: H & J WAREHOUSE FOOD & CANDY) 5112-5122 S RACINE AVE, CHICAGO 60609 Grocery Store
December 21, 2018 License Re-Inspection License #2594781
9
Total Violations
1
Critical
8
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

9
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO VOMITOUS AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT CLEAN UP POLICY IN PLACE AND KIT ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.
Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.
Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED APPARATUS UNDERCOUNTER ON FLOOR NOT EASY TO MOVE FOR PROPER CLEANING UNDER COUNTER AND SHELVES IN FRONT OF STORE. MUST REMOVE FOR PROPER CLEANING OF AREA AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOOR TO WALL JUNCTURES IN DISREPAIR (COVING). MUST REPAIR 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED HOLES IN WALLS IN MENS RESTROOM. MUST REPAIR 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MOPS NOT STORED FOR PROPERLY DRYING CONDITIONS FOR PEST HARBORAGE. MUST STORE MOP PROPERLY 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.12 OBSERVED FACILITY WITH DUST AND DIRT ON FLOORS AND SHELVING AND COUNTERS. MUST CLEAN 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT IN FACILITY FRONT SALES FLOOR; EXCESSIVE AND IMPROPER STORAGE IN REAR RECEIVING AREA; CREATING HARBORAGE CONDITIONS FOR RODENTS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE EXCESS STORAGE NOT NEEDED FOR DAILY OPERATION, REMOVE OLD UNUSED EQUIPMENT, PROPERLY STORE ALL ITEMS SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR AND WALL AND DETAIL CLEAN THROUGHOUT ENTIRE 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.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED LIGHT SHIELDS OR SHATTER PROOF LIGHTS INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHEILDS IN FACILITY.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED LIGHT SHIELDS OR SHATTER PROOF LIGHTS INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHEILDS IN FACILITY.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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