PASS
Risk 1 (High)
SUPERMERCADO LA CHIQUITA #4 Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
June 10, 2013
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License #49303
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: THE CAN OPENER IN THE DELI IS RUSTY AND UNSANITARY, CLEAN AND REPAIR THE CAN OPENER SO IT IS SANITARY. THE NORTH END MEAT SLICER HAS A CLEAR SECTION ON THE CARRIAGE THAT HAS FOOD BUILDUP THAT IS NOT BEING CLEANED OFF, DISASSEMBLE THE CARRIAGE AND WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE THE UNIT EVERY 4 HOURS OF USE. THE FISHCOOLER CONDENSER IS HALF BLOCKED WITH ICE, DEFROST THE UNIT AND CHECK IF THE DOOR GASKET SEALS TIGHT.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: THE LIGHT FIXTURES ABOVE THE REAR PRODUCE AREA AND MENS CUSTOMER WASHROOM HAVE DEAD INSECTS INSIDE, CLEAN OUT THE LIGHT SHIELDS.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: THE PIPE INSULATION ABOVE AND NEAR THE PRODUCE/BUTCHER ICE MACHINE IS DAMAGED AND COLLECTS CONDENSATION. REPAIR SO THE WATER DOES NOT DRIP ONTO THE FLOOR.
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: THE PIPE INSULATION ABOVE AND NEAR THE PRODUCE/BUTCHER ICE MACHINE IS DAMAGED AND COLLECTS CONDENSATION. REPAIR SO THE WATER DOES NOT DRIP ONTO THE FLOOR.
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