FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
LINDO MICHOACAN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
January 7, 2015
Canvass
License #2304748
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Corrected On Site
Inspection Summary
This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on January 7, 2015. The inspection type was "Canvass" 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 3 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #29
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE ON PREVIOUS ORDERS ISSUED: 01/29/2014, Inspection #: 1399246, FOR VIOLATIONS LISTED BELOW: 30 Foods inside cooler not properly labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers. 32 Gasket not maintained in walk-in freezer door(ice cream). Instructed to replace worn gaskets. Ice machine not maintained. Instructed to replace missing top exterior panels. 33 Sinks, coolers, storage shelves, storage racks and exhaust hood and filters not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize. 34 Floor not maintained in prep and storage area. Instructed to replace and repair any missing or damaged floor and tile. Must also detail clean under equipment and along wall base. 35 Ventilation covers in storage room not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean. Wall behind three compartment sink in larger kitchen not maintained. Instructed to remove black substance and repaint wall. Several holes noted in walls in storage area. Instructed to seal all openings. 36 Adequate light not provided in storage room and walk-in freezer. Instructed to repair all light fixtures and supply adequate light to areas. Light bulbs in deli, walk-in freezer, under exhaust hood and produce case not shielded. Instructed to shield bulbs and provide end caps. 41 Unnecessary articles stored in rear storage room. Instructed to remove all unused articles and organize area. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-42-090
Why This Matters
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Food Code Requirement
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Specific Requirements
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-201.14
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE COVER FOR BULK SUGAR STORAGE CONTAINER, MUST PROVIDE SPLASH AT EXPOSED HAND SINK BEHIND MEAT COUNTER, MUST REMOVE CHIPPING PAINT IN WALK-IN COOLER,
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE COVER FOR BULK SUGAR STORAGE CONTAINER, MUST PROVIDE SPLASH AT EXPOSED HAND SINK BEHIND MEAT COUNTER, MUST REMOVE CHIPPING PAINT IN WALK-IN COOLER,
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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