PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 2 (Medium)
PETE'S PRODUCE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
December 29, 2011
Complaint
License #1476553
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on December 29, 2011. The inspection type was "Complaint" and resulted in a Pass w/ Conditions outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 2 (Medium), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 3 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #12
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: FOUND/OBSERVED FOODHANDLERS NOT WASHING ON A REGULAR BASIS AT FRONT MEAT PREPARATION AREAS. FOODHANDLERS NOT WASHING HANDS AT FRONT MEAT PREPARATION AREAS PRIOR TO CUTTING/HANDLING MEAT. EXPOSED HAND SINK NOT EASILY ACCESSIBLE/ LOCATED OPPOSITE SIDE OF WALL FROM FRONT MEAT PREPARATION. CRITICAL VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED. FOODHANDLERS INSTRUCTED TO WASH HANDS AT EXPOSED HAND SINK AT REAR MEAT PREPARATION AREAS.
Why This Matters
Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.
Food Code Requirement
All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.
Specific Requirements
Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-301.11, 6-301.12
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN AT REAR MEAT PREPARATION AREAS.
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN AT REAR MEAT PREPARATION AREAS.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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