FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
HARLEM NEWSTAND Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
HARLEM NEWSTAND
(AKA: HARLEM NEWSTAND (CTA BLUE LINE/BUS STATION))
5550 N HARLEM AVE, CHICAGO 60656
Grocery Store
November 12, 2013
License Re-Inspection
License #2284193
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on November 12, 2013. The inspection type was "License Re-Inspection" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 3 (Low), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 3 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #11
MAJOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE ACCESSIBLE FOR EMPLOYEE HAND WASHING. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Specific Requirements
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-203.11, 6-302.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL MOP SINK EQUIPPED WITH BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE OR VACUUM BREAKER.----------MUST INSTALL GREASE BOX CONNECTED UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT 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: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL MOP SINK EQUIPPED WITH BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE OR VACUUM BREAKER.----------MUST INSTALL GREASE BOX CONNECTED UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT 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
Report Issues
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CDPH Food Protection