FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
RODRIGUEZ FRUITS & VEGETABLE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
July 20, 2012
Canvass
License #18231
5
Total Violations
3
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #24
MAJOR
Violation Details
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: GREASE RECEPTOR/SUB PUMP NOT MAINTAINED. OBSERVED SOME WASTE WATER ON FLOOR OF BASEMENT FROM UNIT. OWNER STATED THAT IT IS NOT WORKING PROPERLY; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE REPAIRED.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-301.11, 4-501.14
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PAINT HOODED AREA ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT WHERE PEELING, REMOVE ALUMINUM FOIL FROM STOVE AND BURNERS (CLEAN AND/OR PAINT).
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 FLOORS UNDER, AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT. CLEAN IN BASEMENT TO REMOVE STANDING WATER NEAR SUBPUMP (CDI). REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM FLOOR IN COOKING AREA. SOME LOOSE FLOOR TILE IN BASEMENT; REPAIR.
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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: CLEAN WALL IN COOKING AREA BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE. ALL AREAS OF WALL AND CEILING THAT BAVE BEEN PLASTERED MUST BE PAINTED.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: CLEAN WALL IN COOKING AREA BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE. ALL AREAS OF WALL AND CEILING THAT BAVE BEEN PLASTERED MUST BE PAINTED.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection