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J FRESHMART Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

J FRESHMART 2411 S WALLACE ST, CHICAGO 60616 Grocery Store
February 25, 2020 Canvass License #2690128
7
Total Violations
3
Critical
4
Major
2
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: FOUND NO HANDWASHING SINK IN CLOSE PROXIMITY OF WEST FISH PREP AREA. HAND WASHING SINK MUST BE CONVENIENT FOR USE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SINK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #14
CRITICAL
REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION - Comments: FOUND SHELLSTOCK WITHOUT TAG. SHELLSTOCK TAGS OR LABELS SHALL REMAIN ATTACHED TO THE CONTAINER IN WHICH THE SHELLSTOCK ARE RECEIVED UNTIL THE CONTAINER IS EMPTY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Uncorrected violations continue posing health risks and often worsen over time.
Previous critical violations must be corrected.
All previous violations corrected within required timeframes; Critical violations corrected immediately; Documentation of corrections maintained.
Violation #14
CRITICAL
REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION - Comments: FOUND SHELLSTOCK TAGS ( PREVIOUS 90 DAY ) MISSING DATE SOLD. MUST RECORD THE DATE WHEN THE LAST SHELLSTOCK FROM THE CONTAINER IS SOLD ON THE TAG OR LABEL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Uncorrected violations continue posing health risks and often worsen over time.
Previous critical violations must be corrected.
All previous violations corrected within required timeframes; Critical violations corrected immediately; Documentation of corrections maintained.
Violation #15
CORRECTED MAJOR
FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED - Comments: FOUND RAW, UNPACKAGED FISH (TU, CRAWFISH), FOUND LIVE FROGS, EEL, AND A VARIETY OF CLAMS STORED ON CRATES ON STORE ROOM FLOOR UNCOVERED FOR CONSUMER SELF SERVICE. FISH MAY NOT BE OFFERED FOR CONSUMER SELF SERVICE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED. VIOLATION CORRECTED WHEN RETURNED 2/27/20 TO ISSUE CITATIONS AND TYPE REPORT.
Improper storage allows contamination from dripping, pests, and cross-contamination between foods.
Food must be protected from contamination during storage and display.
Store 6 inches off floor; Cover all food; Separate raw from ready-to-eat; Proper storage order; Protect from overhead contamination; Use sneeze guards.
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
Violation #39
MAJOR
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: FOUND LIVE AND DEAD CRAWFISH STORED IN SELF - SERVICE CONTAINER. FOOD SHALL BE PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION. INSTRUCTED TO DISARD DEAD FISH AND NOT STORE LIVE AND DEAD FISH IN SAME CONTAINER AT ANYTIME.
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: FOUND GARBAGE RECEPTACLES LOCATED IN WOMENS RESTROOM UNCOVERED. MUST PROVIDE CLOSED GARBAGE RECPTACLE.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: FOUND GARBAGE RECEPTACLES LOCATED IN WOMENS RESTROOM UNCOVERED. MUST PROVIDE CLOSED GARBAGE RECPTACLE.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

Health Department Information

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