KOL TUV KOSHER FOODS INC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: FOUND FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR WITH OVER 1/4 OF AN INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR AND I/4 OF AN INCH GAP IN THE MIDDLE BOTTOM 0F THE EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT/INSECTS PROOF THE DOORS. ALSO FOUND EVIDENCE OF MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE THE OUTSIDE CONTAINER FOR STORING EXPIRED FOODS , IN THE EAST AND WEST CORNER OF THE STORAGE AREA, UNDER THE SHELVINGS, BEHIND THE SHELVES OF THE CANDY AREA, AND DEAD MOUSE ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE WEST CORNER OF THE STORAGE AREA. TOTAL DROPPINGS OVER 85. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN IN DETAIL, REMOVE THE DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS. 7-38-020

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS - Comments: NO PREVIOUS SUMMARY REPORT POSTED FROM REPORT #265200 DATED 10/6/05. INSTRUCTED TO POST THE SUMMARY REPORT AND HAS TO BE VISIBLE TO THE CUSTOMER. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS.

Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.

Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.

Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: RUBBER GASKET ALONG THE DOOR OF THE # 6 AND # 8 REACH IN FREEZER AND REACH IN COOLER. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE BOTTOM SHELVES OF THE 5 DOOR REACH IN FREEZER WITH ICE CREAM, FROZEN VEGETABLES,AND FROZEN MEAT.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOOR THROUGHIUT THE STORE HAS TO BE CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. FLOOR IN THE REAR THIRD STORE HAS TO BE SEALED ,MAKE IT SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE. FLOOR WITH MISSING TILES IN THE REAR 2ND STORE, AND CRACKED FLOOR TILES INSDE THE MOP SINK CLOSET AND WALK IN COOLER. MUST REPLACE /REPAIR MISSING TILES. MUST REMOVE ALL THE MILK CRATE AND REPLACE WITH REGULAR PALLET FOR STORING STOCKS.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: DAMAGED CEILING INSIDE THE MOP SINK/WASHROOM CLOSET. MUST REPAIR. ALL CEILING VENT INSIDE ALL 4 WASHROOMS,WITH DUST BUILT UP. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT THE STORE, MUST REPLACE.FAN GUARD INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND COOLER WITH COLD CUTS, WITH DUST BUILT UP. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NO HOT RUNNING WATER ON THE MOP SINK FAUCET. MUST REPAIR,PROVIDE HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NO HOT RUNNING WATER ON THE MOP SINK FAUCET. MUST REPAIR,PROVIDE HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.