PASS
Risk 2 (Medium)
R&M MART Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
December 13, 2024
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License #2997791
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HAND SOAP, DISPOSABLE PAPER TOWELS, AND HANDWASHING SIGNAGE PROVIDED AT THE FOLLOWING SINKS NOT DESIGNATED FOR HANDWASHING: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE DELI PREP AREA, UTILITY SINK IN THE REAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SOAP, PAPER TOWELS, SIGNAGE, AND OTHER HANDWASHING AIDS FROM THE LISTED SINKS AND MAINTAIN HANDWASHING AIDS AND DEVICES ONLY AT SINKS DESIGNATED FOR HANDWASHING.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED SEVERAL COLD-HOLDING UNITS THROUGHOUT GROCERY FLOOR AREA MISSING INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN AT LEAST ONE INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER IN A CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY-VIEWABLE LOCATION IN ALL EQUIPMENT USED OR INTENDED TO COLD-HOLD TCS FOOD ITEMS AND MAINTAIN.
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 #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED SEVERAL COLD-HOLDING UNITS THROUGHOUT GROCERY FLOOR AREA MISSING INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN AT LEAST ONE INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER IN A CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY-VIEWABLE LOCATION IN ALL EQUIPMENT USED OR INTENDED TO COLD-HOLD TCS FOOD ITEMS AND MAINTAIN.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection