PASS
Risk 1 (High)
SUPERMERCADO EL GUERO NO. 8 Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
August 30, 2010
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #20973
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PAINT RUSTY EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP, WALL, AND ATTACHED PIPING AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AT REAR BUTCHER ROOM. PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN HAND WASH SINK AND DRAINBOARD AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AT DELI PREP AREA. PAINT RUSTY RACKS AND SHELVES INSIDE REFRIGERATOR UNITS AND AT FOOD STORAGE AISLES. DEFROST SEAFOOD DISPLAY COOLERS AND REMOVE ICE BUILD-UP AT PIPING IN DELI WALK-IN COOLER. PROVIDE RACKS/SHELVES FOR STOCK ITEMS-REMOVE MILK CRATES. REPAIR GASKETS AND SLIDING GLASS DOORS AT DELI, MEAT, AND SEAFOOD DISPLAY COOLERS.
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. REPAIR CRACKED FLOOR SECTIONS AT PRODUCE AND REAR BUTCHER ROOM AREAS AND REPLACE CRACKED FLOOR TILES AT DELI PREP AREA AROUND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. REMOVE STANDING WATER FROM BETWEEN FREEZER UNITS CUSTOMER AISLES.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN WALLS AND CEILING IN REAR BUTCHER ROOM THROUGHOUT, REPAIR WALL BASE AT REAR PRODUCE PREP AREA, CLEAN SPILLS AS NEEDED AT PRODUCE AREA AND MEAT BUTCHER AREA
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 #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: PROVIDE END CAPS FOR LIGHT SHIELDS AT DISPLAY CASES, MEAT PREP AREA, PRODUCE PREP AREA, AND INSIDE MEAT WALK-IN COOLER AND PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. PROVIDE SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT TOILET ROOM DOOR.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR LEAKS AT FAUCET NECK AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AT REAR BUTCHER AREA AND AT SPIGOT ABOVE HAND WASH SINK AT MEAT BUTCHER PREP AREA. PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS.
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: REPAIR LEAKS AT FAUCET NECK AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AT REAR BUTCHER AREA AND AT SPIGOT ABOVE HAND WASH SINK AT MEAT BUTCHER PREP AREA. PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS.
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