SOUTH SHORE MINI MART, INC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: FOOD HANDLER NOT WEARING A HAIR NOR BEARD RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND WEAR BOTH WHILE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND HANDLING TCS FOODS. MAINTAIN SAME.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: INTERIOR OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WITH STAINS, DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE 3-COMP. SINK.

Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.

Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.

3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INTERIOR OF REAR HAND WASHING SINK WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SINK.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: WASHBOWL IN THE TOILET ROOM LEAKS PROFUSELY FROM THE PIPE UNDERNEATH. INSTRUCTED TO FIX AND MAINTAIN GOOD PLUMBING.

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.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: TRASH AND DEBRIS AROUND THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MISSING/DAMAGED AND WITH MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCES ON THE CEILING TILES IN THE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND PROVIDE CEILING TILES. MAINTAIN SAME.

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: MISSING/DAMAGED AND WITH MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCES ON THE CEILING TILES IN THE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND PROVIDE CEILING TILES. MAINTAIN SAME.

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.