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MARATHON Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

MARATHON 5800-5810 W BELMONT AVE, CHICAGO 60634 Grocery Store
May 4, 2023 License License #2900506
13
Total Violations
6
Critical
3
Major
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

13
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO OBTAIN AND POST.
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO SOAP IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM AND OUTSIDE NORTH WASHROOM INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C)
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING DEVICE OR HAND PAPERTOWELS IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM IN NORTH OUTSIDE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C).
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER OUTSIDE WASHROOMS AT HAND WASH SINKS.TEMPERATURE OF WATER WAS 60F AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A MINIMUM OF HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED A GAP AT BASE OF FRONT DOOR AND ENTRANCE TO GARAGE DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE. OBSERVED OPENINGS AT BOTTOM AND ALONG TRIM OF OVERHEAD DOORS IN GARAGE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND SEAL OVERHEAD DOORS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 40 RODENT MICE DROPPINGS ALONG THE FLOORS IN THE REAR FAR WEST CLUTTERED STORAGE ROOM.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL AND CLEAN STORAGE ROOM.PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A).
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.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SPILLAGE ALONG TOP AND WALLS IN INTERIOR OF TWO SODA COOLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH CANS IN UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM OR WOMENS OUTSIDE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR WITH NO SELF CLOSING MECHANISM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN INTERIORS OF HAND SINKS AND FAUCETS INSIDE THE OUTSIDE WASHROOMS AND TO MAINTAIN.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED HOLES IN FAR WEST REAR STORAGE ROOM WALLS(ONE AROUND PIPE AND ONE EAST WALL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, SMOOTHLY AND SEAL AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION. OBSERVED HOLES IN WALLS IN ELECTRIC ROOM INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SMOOTHLY SEAL AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION. OBSERVED HOLES IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM CEILING AROUND HOT WATER TANK PIPES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SMOOTHLY SEAL AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION. OBSERVED HOLES IN UTILITY ROOM WALLS
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE THE FAR WEST CLUTTERED STORAGE ROOM AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES,EQUIPMENTS,OLD TIRES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE CLEANING EQUIPMENTS OFF THE FLOOR AT LEAST 6" INCHES TO FACILITATE CLEANING.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE THE FAR WEST CLUTTERED STORAGE ROOM AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES,EQUIPMENTS,OLD TIRES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE CLEANING EQUIPMENTS OFF THE FLOOR AT LEAST 6" INCHES TO FACILITATE CLEANING.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

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Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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