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OTT CONVENIENCE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

OTT CONVENIENCE 1645 N WELLS ST, CHICAGO 60614 Grocery Store
June 20, 2024 License License #2962004
6
Total Violations
4
Critical
2
Major

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE EMPLOYEE'S WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION &-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 WASHING SIGN POSTED NEAR HAND WASHING SINK IN THE EMPLOYEES WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINATIN.
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 SOAP AVAILABLE AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE HAND SOAP AT THE HAND WASHING SINK AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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 #33
MAJOR
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED INADEQUATE REFRIGERATION UNITS ON PREMISES TO STORE PREPACKED TCS FOOD ITEMS (MILK EGGS) AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE REFRIGERATION. 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 #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE A COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK WITH THE NECESSARY DOCUMENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020. 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 #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE A COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK WITH THE NECESSARY DOCUMENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020. 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.

Health Department Information

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