FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
LA PALMA SUPERMERCADO Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
June 9, 2023
License
License #2912230
2
Total Violations
1
Major
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on June 9, 2023. The inspection type was "License" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 2 violations during this inspection.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
2
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: EXPOSED SEWAGE PIPES IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTD TO PROPERLY SHIELD TO INTERCEPT POSSIBLE LEAKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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 #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: EXPOSED SEWAGE PIPES IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTD TO PROPERLY SHIELD TO INTERCEPT POSSIBLE LEAKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
Call 311 or File Online
More Information
CDPH Food Protection