PASS
Risk 1 (High)
SAHAR INTERNATIONAL SUPERMARKET Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
March 27, 2018
Complaint
License #2079006
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: RIPPED OFF RUBBER GASKET ALONG THE DOOR OF THE WALK IN COOLER. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. REMOVE CARDBOARD IN ALL SHELVINGS THRU-OUT THE STORE (BEING USED AS A SHELVE LINER) AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN AND ORGANIZE ALL BOTTOM SHELVE OF THE PREP TABLES IN THE BAKERY DEPT AND MEAT DEPT AND MAINTAIN.
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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE EMPLOYEE'S WASHROOM IN THE BAKERY DEPT. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. DUST BUILD-UP IN THE CEILING VENT COVER OF THE BAKERY DEPT WASHROOM. MUST CLEAN, REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: SLOW DRAINING OF THE FIRST COMPARTMENT SINK OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE MEAT SECTION AND THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE SAME AREA. MUST REPAIR TO HAVE A WELL DRAINING SINK AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: ALL CLEANING MATERIALS (BROOMS, MOP, DUST PAN ) MUST BE STORED IN DESIGNATED AREA, NOT IN THE DISPLAY SHELVES WITH FOODS. ALL BOXES AND CANNED FOODS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR OR STORED ON A RAISED SHELVINGS.
Why This Matters
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Specific Requirements
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.14
Violation #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: ALL CLEANING MATERIALS (BROOMS, MOP, DUST PAN ) MUST BE STORED IN DESIGNATED AREA, NOT IN THE DISPLAY SHELVES WITH FOODS. ALL BOXES AND CANNED FOODS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR OR STORED ON A RAISED SHELVINGS.
Why This Matters
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Specific Requirements
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.14
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection