PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
RIO VALLEY MARKET #2 Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
August 5, 2013
Short Form Complaint
License #1196305
4
Total Violations
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #11
MAJOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED BOTH EXPOSED HANDSINKS IN DELI PREP AREA AND HOT HOLDING PREP AREA IN POOR REPAIR, NOT MAINTAINED, PLUMBING NOT CONNECTED UNDERNEATH CAUSING WATER TO ACCUMULATE ON FLOOR IN BOTH PREP AREAS. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME AND MAINTAIN EXPOSED HANDSINKS. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 CRITICAL. PLUMBER ARRIVED ON SITE TO REPAIR SAME.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Specific Requirements
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-203.11, 6-302.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: NEED TO DEFROST FRONT 2 DOOR ICE CREAM FREEZER. CLEAN ALL FAN GUARD COVERS IN WALK-IN COOLERS.CLEAN REAR PREP AREA FILTERS. CLEAN FLAT GRILL DRIP TRAY.
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: CLEAN FLOOR BEHIND FRONT ICE(BAG) FREEZER, REAR STOCK RETURN AREA(BROKEN SODA).
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: CLEAN FLOOR BEHIND FRONT ICE(BAG) FREEZER, REAR STOCK RETURN AREA(BROKEN SODA).
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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