FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
SUPER CARNICERIA EL POLLO Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
October 31, 2014
Canvass
License #41768
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
4
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: OBSERVED REACH IN REFRIGERATOR IN GARAGE CONTAINING MEAT. GARAGE CAN BE USED FOR FOOD OR VEHICLES, NOT BOTH. EITHER VEHICLES MUST BE REMOVED OR REFRIGERATOR MUST BE REMOVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A)
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER ATTACHED TO WALL FOR EXPOSED HAND SINK. MUST PROVIDED ATTACHED DISPENSER SO THAT PAPER TOWELS ARE READILY AVAILABLE AT EXPOSED HAND SINK AT ALL TIMES.
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 #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED INTERIOR DOOR OF REACH IN FREEZER AND REACH IN REFRIGERATOR IN DISREPAIR WITH BROKEN PLASTIC. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF REACH IN FREEZER AND REFRIGERATOR DOORS.
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 #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED FIRE SPRINKLERS ABOVE COOKING AREA WITH CHIPPING PEELING PAINT. REPAINT AND RESTORE TO A SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE 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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING AND LEAK UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT ALL TIMES.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING AND LEAK UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT ALL TIMES.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection