PASS
Risk 1 (High)
NORTH & PULASKI FRESH MARKET Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
March 14, 2014
Canvass
License #1898067
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
3
Minor
Inspection Summary
This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on March 14, 2014. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 7 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAINT OR REPLACE THE FOLLOWING WITH HEAVY RUST BUILD-UP: PREP SHELVES IN MEAT PREP AREA, SHELF UNDERNEATH PRODUCE PACKAGING UNIT, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL GREASE BOX UNDERNEATH (5) 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, MEAT RAILINGS WITH PEELING PAINT AND RUST ABOVE MEAT PREP AREA.----------MUST REINSTALL DIVIDER OR SPLASHGUARD BETWEEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND PREP SINK IN REAR TAQUERIA AREA.
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: FOLLOWING IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAINING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL EXPOSED HAND SINK, PREP SINK, 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, METAL RACKS/SHELVES WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE ALL PREP COOLERS, REACH-IN COOLERS, WALK-IN COOLERS, CAKE DISPLAY COOLER, REFRIGERATOR AND MICROWAVE OVEN IN SECOND FLOOR, ALL PREP SHELVES IN ALL 5 PREP AREA, HAND SINK INSIDE ALL WASHROOMS, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF MEAT AND DELI DISPLAY COOLER, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE IN TAQUERIA REAR AREA, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FLOUR/SUGAR BIN IN BASEMENT BAKERY PREP AREA.
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: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT PREMISES, UNDERNEATH STORAGE AND DISPLAY SHELVES, FLOORS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERS, REAR STORAGE AREA, BASEMENT BAKERY PREP AND IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA.--------MUST REPAIR BROKEN AND LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN PRODUCE PREP AREA.--------NOTED POOLING WATER ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT PREP AND IN REAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP IT DRY TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION THROUGHOUT (5) PREP AREA INCLUDING TAQUERIA AREA.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY DRAINPIPE UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN HOT/DELI PREP AREA AND LEAKY DRAINPIPE UNDER MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA.--------MUST PROVIDE BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE OR VACUUM BREAKER AT MOP SINK FAUCET IN REAR AREA.-----------MUST REPAIR SLOW DRAINING EXPOSED HAND SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA AND EXPOSED HAND SINK BY TAQUERIA DINING AREA.
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 #40
MINOR
Violation Details
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER INSIDE HOT HOLDING DISPLAY UNIT IN HOT/DELI PREP AREA.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Violation #40
MINOR
Violation Details
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER INSIDE HOT HOLDING DISPLAY UNIT IN HOT/DELI PREP AREA.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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