LOCO SAVINGS, 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 1/2 INCH GAP UNDER SAID DOOR AND 1/4TH INCH GAP AT TOP UPPER RIGHT SIDE OF DOOR. ALSO, REAR EXIT DOOR WITH 1/4TH INCH GAP UNDER AND UPPER LEFT SIDE OF DOOR. OPENINGS AT MIDDLE LEFT SIDE OF DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE TIGHT FITTING SO AS NO DAYLIGHT CAN BE SEEN. NO CURRENT PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE WITH REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION AND PROVIDE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE FOR INSPECTOR REVIEW. FOUND OPEN BAIT/RED POISON BLOCK AT WALL ON FIRST FLOOR NEAR ENTRANCE TO BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE BAIT ENCLOSED. FOUND 30 RAT DROPPINGS AT REAR 1ST. FLOOR AREA AROUND WASHER/DRYER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN, SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, AND RECOMMEND PEST CONTROL TO SERVICE PREMISES. SERIOUS 7-38-020 ISSUED.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: DEFROST CHEST FREEZERS AND DISPLAY COOLER TO REMOVE ICE BUILDUP. REMOVE MILK CRATES BEING USED TO ELEVATE AND STORE ITEMS AT FRONT, REAR, AND INSIDE CHEST FREEZER. PROVIDE RACKS/SHELVES FOR STOCK ITEMS AT REAR. INSTRUCTED SEAL RAW WOOD SHELVES AT FRONT, REMOVE ALUMINUM FOIL FROM LEGS OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND INSIDE DISPLAY COOLER.

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: CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: UNDER AROUND FRONT COUNTER, FRONT PLATFORM, FAN GUARDS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS AT FRONT, INTERIOR OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF POP REFRIGERATOR, AND AT FRONT DELI MEAT DISPLAY COOLER.

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: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT, STAIR CASES, REAR STORAGE AREA, AND UNDER REFRIGERATION UNITS BY COMPRESSORS. SEAL OPENINGS AT FLOOR IN BASEMENT AND PROVIDE FLOOR DRAIN COVER IN BASEMENT.

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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REPLACE WATER DAMAGED CEILING PANELS AT FRONT, SEAL AROUND PIPING AND CONDUITS THROUGHOUT AND INSIDE CABINET UNDER WASH BOWL, SEAL CRACKS AND CREVICES AS NEEDED THROUGHOUT PREMISES.

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: REPAIR LEAKS AT PIPING UNDER WASHBOWL IN TOILET ROOM. PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT FAUCET OF UTILITY SINK.

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: REPAIR LEAKS AT PIPING UNDER WASHBOWL IN TOILET ROOM. PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT FAUCET OF UTILITY SINK.

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.