R&M2 FOOD MART Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE POSTED ON SITE OR NECCESARY ITEMS AVAILABLE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS THAT CAN OCCUR IN THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT.RUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY FOUNDATION CIOLATION. #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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HANDSINKS WITHOUT HANDWASHING SIGNAGE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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.

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMNATELY 4 COOLING UNITS IN DISREPAIR ON PREMISE AND NOT AT REQUIRED TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. 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.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED COOLING UNITS THROUGHOUT WITHOUT THERMOMETERS INSIDE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK OR SERVICE AGGREEMENT DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE AS REQUIRED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-020 (a). 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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED NO MOP SINK DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING 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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORING IN FRONT BEHIND 3 DOOR COOLING UNITS NEAR FRONT DOOR, IN REAR GROCERY AREA UNDERNEATH DISPLAY COOLERS, NOTED DRYWALL IN DISREPAIR ALONG NORTH WALL OF STORE WHERE COOLING UNITS ARE STORED, EXCESSIVE PEELING PAINT AND HOLES IN WALL IN REAR STORAGE AREA THROUGHOUT ABOVE SHELVING RACKS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE WALLS AND FLOORING THROUGHOUT PREMISE. MUST MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN/ MISSING TILE BASE THROUGHOUT REAR UNUSED PREP AREA/STORAGE AREA THROUGHOUT. INSTRUCUTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT PEST BREEDING SITES.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT GROCERY AND REAR PREP. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT GROCERY AND REAR PREP. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.