FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
MARATHON FUEL & MINI MART Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Gas station
June 8, 2011
License
License #2098485
9
Total Violations
1
Critical
4
Major
4
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
9
Violation #26
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: CUSTOMER WASHROOM FACILITIES NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. FOUND NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT WASH BOWL IN OUTSIDE CUSTOMER WASHROOM AT TIME OF INSPECTION. MUST PROVIDE. ALSO, URINAL IN OUTSIDE CUSTOMER WASHROOM NOT PROPERLY FLUSHING. FOUND WATER AND URINE POOLING IN THE BOTTOM OF THE URINAL BEFORE AND AFTER FLUSHING. ALSO NOTED STANDING WATER ON FLOORS IN WASHROOM UNDER THE TOILET AND URINAL. MUST REPAIR SO THAT URINAL FLUSHES AND DRAINS PROPERLY. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate ventilation required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-304.11
Violation #27
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET ROOMS ENCLOSED CLEAN, PROVIDED WITH HAND CLEANSER, SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AND PROPER WASTE RECEPTACLES - Comments: FOUND NO SOAP,SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICE OR TOILET PAPER IN OUTSIDE CUSTOMER WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE EACH AT ALL TIMES. ALSO NO WASTE BASKET PROVIDED. MUST PROVIDE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030
Why This Matters
Missing allergen information can cause life-threatening reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food must be properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Label with common name; List ingredients and allergens; Date marking for prepared foods; Country of origin for certain foods.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR BROKEN VANITY AND STALL IN CUSTOMER WASHROOM. REMOVE OR REPAIR BROKEN HEATER HANGING FRON WALL IN CUSTOMER WASHROOM. ALSO, WINDOWS IN BOTH WASHROOMS IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REMOVE TAPE AND REPAIR ROTTEN WOOD. ALSO, WINDOWS ARE HARD TO OPEN AND CLOSE. MUST REPAIR. MUST SEAL SMALL OPENINGS ALONG BOTTOM OF OUTSIDE WALK IN COOLER DOOR,UNDER OUTSIDE WASHROOM DOOR,UNDER FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR AND ALONG BOTTOM AND TOP OF OUTSIDE STORAGE TRAILER DOOR. MUST PROVIDE SCREENS FOR WASHROOM WINDOWS WHEN OPEN TO THE AIR OR KEEP CLOSED AND INSTALL MECHANICAL VENTS.
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 #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN DIRTY TOILETS AND SINKS IN BOTH WASHROOMS. MUST CLEAN WALLS,WINDOW SILLS AND ALL DIRTY SURFACES IN BOTH WASHROOMS. ALSO CLEAN DIRTY WINDOW SILL ON SALES FLOOR BEHIND SHELVES AND REPAINT.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN REAR STORAGE AREAS AND THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED. FLOOR IN OUTSIDE CUSTOMER WASHROOM IS CONCRETE AND NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST INSTALL TILE OR PAINT WITH A LIGHT COLORED FLOOR PAINT AND MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANBALE. MUST DETAIL CLEAN DIRTY FLOORS IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM,IN REAR STORAGE AREAS,ON SALES FLOOR UNDER SHELVES AND THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED. ALSO FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST PAINT OR SEAL CONCRETE WITH A LIGHT COLORED NON TOXIC PAINT OR SEALANT.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST CLEAN AND REPAINT ALL DIRTY WALLS AND CEILINGS IN BOTH WASHROOMS AND MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST REMOVE GRAFFITI FROM WALLS IN OUTSIDE CUSTOMER WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES OVER SALES FLOOR. CLEAN AND REPAINT WALLS AND CEILINGS IN REAR STORAGE AREAS AND WHERE NEEDED.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST PROPERLY REPAIR BROKEN LIGHT ON INTERIOR OF WALK IN COOLER AND REMOVE LAMP THAT'S PLUGGED IN FROM OUTSIDE OF THE COOLER.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROPERLY INSTALL AN EXPOSED HAND SINK NEAR COFFEE AND CAPPUCINO PREP AREA. MUST INSTALL A BACKFLOW DEVICE ON COFFEE AND CAPPUCINO MAKERS OR LOCATE AND PROVIDE VISIBLE PROOF OF INSTALLATION. MUST INSTALL A MOP SINK WITH A BACK FLOW DEVICE ON SITE. MUST INSTALL A METAL DRAIN BOARD AND GREASE TRAP AT 3 COMP SINK. MUST REPAIR LEAKy FAUCET AT 3 COMP SINK.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROPERLY INSTALL AN EXPOSED HAND SINK NEAR COFFEE AND CAPPUCINO PREP AREA. MUST INSTALL A BACKFLOW DEVICE ON COFFEE AND CAPPUCINO MAKERS OR LOCATE AND PROVIDE VISIBLE PROOF OF INSTALLATION. MUST INSTALL A MOP SINK WITH A BACK FLOW DEVICE ON SITE. MUST INSTALL A METAL DRAIN BOARD AND GREASE TRAP AT 3 COMP SINK. MUST REPAIR LEAKy FAUCET AT 3 COMP SINK.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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