FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
HERBAL LIFE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
October 3, 2013
License
License #2277462
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
Inspection Summary
This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on October 3, 2013. The inspection type was "License" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 2 (Medium), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 3 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: NO REFRIGERATION ON PREMISES, INSTALL A WORKING REFRIGERATOR WITH A THERMOMETER LARGE ENOUGH TO HOLD YOUR LEFT OVER/PRE MADE SHAKES.
Why This Matters
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Specific Requirements
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: THE FRONT COUNTER WHERE THE THREE BLENDERS ARE SET UP IS NOT ENCLOSED OR PROTECTED FROM POSSIBLE CUSTOMER CONTAMINATION, INSTALL A SNEEZE GUARD ALONG THE FRONT COUNTER AND INSTALL A DOOR TO KEEP PATRONS OUT OF THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA.
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 #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: THE FRONT COUNTER WHERE THE THREE BLENDERS ARE SET UP IS NOT ENCLOSED OR PROTECTED FROM POSSIBLE CUSTOMER CONTAMINATION, INSTALL A SNEEZE GUARD ALONG THE FRONT COUNTER AND INSTALL A DOOR TO KEEP PATRONS OUT OF THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA.
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
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