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MOON STAR GROCERY MART Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

MOON STAR GROCERY MART 4903 W Chicago AVE, CHICAGO 60651 Grocery Store
December 18, 2018 License License #2637283
8
Total Violations
3
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE ON THE PREMISES FOR VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A CLEAN UP PROCEDURE AND SUPPLIES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. -
Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.
Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.
Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.
Violation #33
MAJOR
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED NO REFRIGERATION UNITS IN PREMISES.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT MUST MAINTAIN COLD FOODS AT 41F OR BELOW AND FREEZER EQUIPMENT MUST MAINTAIN FOODS AT 0F OR BELOW.PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED.
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.
Violation #36
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ACCURATE VISIBLE THERMOMETERS IN ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON THE PREMISES.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY LOG BOOK WITH ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS AND IS TO BE MAINTAINED ON SITE AND AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(C),NO CITATION ISSUED.
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 #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A SERVICE SINK WITH BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR THE DISPOSAL OF LIQUID WASTE MOP WATER.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED TOILET ROOM DOOR IS NOT SELF CLOSING.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE FOR TOILET ROOM DOOR 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 #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED NO OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS FOR THE PREMISES.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COMMERCIAL GARBAGE DUMPSTERS WITH TIGHT FITTING LIDS AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(b),NO CITATION ISSUED.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
Violation #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED NO OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS FOR THE PREMISES.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COMMERCIAL GARBAGE DUMPSTERS WITH TIGHT FITTING LIDS AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(b),NO CITATION ISSUED.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

Health Department Information

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