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SUPER CARNICERIA EL POLLO Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

SUPER CARNICERIA EL POLLO 2458 W 47TH ST, CHICAGO 60632 Grocery Store
February 14, 2013 Canvass License #41768
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASh GUARD AT EXPOSED HANDSINK BEHIND MEAT PREP AREA NEAR PREP TABLE,ALSO REMOVE SOME RUSTY SHELVES AT 5 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN REAR MUST USE NON-TOXIC PAINT AND REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS IN REAR BEHIND MEAT PREP AREA HAS OPEN SEAMS,ALSO CLEAN OR REMOVE RUST FROM DISPLAY SHELVES
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF MEAT COUNTER AND INSIDE MEAT COUNTER OF MEAT JUICES AND OLD FOOD DEBRIS,ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR OF DELI COUNTER BETWEEN RUNNERS OF DOORS,CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD COVERS ABOVE MEAT COUNTER OF DUST
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: REMOVE CHIP PAINT ON ENTRY OF WALL NEAR DOOR IN WASHROOM AND SEAL OPENING IN CEILING WHERE HOT WATER TANK IS STORED TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD COVERS AT MEAT DISPLAY CASE IN REAR
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #37
MAJOR
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A SPRING ON WASHROOM DOOR FOR SELF-CLOSING
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #37
MAJOR
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A SPRING ON WASHROOM DOOR FOR SELF-CLOSING
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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