FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
MAKOLA AFRICAN SUPERMARKET Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
January 13, 2015
License
License #2374096
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
Inspection Summary
This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on January 13, 2015. The inspection type was "License" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 2 (Medium), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 3 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #9
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WATER SOURCE: SAFE, HOT & COLD UNDER CITY PRESSURE - Comments: OBSERVED NO RUNNING WATER, HOT OR COLD, ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SO HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER IS RESTORED UNDER CITY PRESSURE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
Why This Matters
Contaminated water spreads waterborne diseases. Insufficient hot water prevents proper sanitization.
Food Code Requirement
Potable water supply must be adequate, protected, and properly heated.
Specific Requirements
Water from approved public system; Sufficient pressure for all operations; Hot water minimum 120°F at fixtures, 180°F for high-temp dishwashers; Backflow prevention installed; No cross-connections.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-101.11, 5-103.11
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED DEEP, DARK GROOVES IN CUTTING BOARD IN DELI DEPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPLACE/REPAIR AND TO MAINTAIN.
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: OBSERVED DEEP, DARK GROOVES IN CUTTING BOARD IN DELI DEPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPLACE/REPAIR AND TO MAINTAIN.
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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CDPH Food Protection