PASS
Risk 1 (High)
LA PALMA SUPERMERCADO Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
September 24, 2019
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #2601224
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: 4-204.112(B): MISSING THERMOMETERS IN ALL MEAT AND DELI CASES. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: 3-302.12: MISSING LABELS WITH COMMON NAME ON DRY STORAGE/SPICES IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: 3-307-11: PROVIDE SPLASHGUARDS AT HANDWASH SINK LOCATED INBETWEEN PREP TABLES AT MEAT PREP AREA 1ST FLOOR.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: 4-603.15: UNABLE TO VERIFY CLEANING PROCEDURE FOR LARGE CARNITA POTS ON SITE. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE PROPER PROCEDURE FOR SPECIAL CLEANING NEEDS (WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE) OR PROVIDE SMALL EQUIPMENT TO FULLY SUBMERGE IN BASINS OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
Why This Matters
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-302.14
Violation #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: 4-603.15: UNABLE TO VERIFY CLEANING PROCEDURE FOR LARGE CARNITA POTS ON SITE. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE PROPER PROCEDURE FOR SPECIAL CLEANING NEEDS (WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE) OR PROVIDE SMALL EQUIPMENT TO FULLY SUBMERGE IN BASINS OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
Why This Matters
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-302.14
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection