SKIP'S FOOD AND LIQUOR Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: 2-102.14(N) FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY IN PLACE. INSTRUCTED TO IMPLEMENT A POLICY FOR THE FOOD AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEES ON THE RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESSES THAT MAY BE TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. SIGNED PROOF REQUIRED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 NO CITATION ISSUED.

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: 2-501.11 FOUND NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE ON SITE FOR HANDLING VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO IMPLEMENT A PROCEDURE PROVIDING ALL THE SUPPLIES NEEDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-602.13 FOUND THE LINING OF THE REACH IN COOLERS WITH BLOOD AND DEBRIS ON IT. INSTRUCTED TO CHANGE THE LININGS. ALSO, CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN FREEZER BY THE FRONT REGISTERS. MAINTAIN SAME.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.12 FLOORS IN THE BUTCHER PREP AREA, INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER/FREEZERS AND IN THE CORNERS IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA WITH FOOD AND DEBRIS ON THEM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGH OUT.

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: 6-501.12 FLOORS IN THE BUTCHER PREP AREA, INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER/FREEZERS AND IN THE CORNERS IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA WITH FOOD AND DEBRIS ON THEM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGH OUT.

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.