WALGREENS #03074 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: Must provide written employee health policy for all employees. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010.

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: Must provide written procedure for vomit and diarrhea clean up. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: Observed approximately 50 mice and rat droppings in the following areas: on floors in photo area, by back exterior door in hallway near restrooms; in doorway of enclosed garbage area/loading dock; and on bottom shelves of liquor shelves in front of store. Must remove droppings, detail clean and sanitize affected areas. Must eliminate pest issue. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a).

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: Observed 1-2 gap along bottom of right front entry door. Must keep all exterior doors tight fitting to prevent pest entry. Must maintain same.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: Observed items stored directly on the floor of walk in cooler. Must elevate all stock at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination. Must maintain same.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Observed excessive clutter in cabinets in break room, photo counter, and under counter in beauty department. Must keep all cabinets clean and organized. Must 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: Observed excessive dirt build and debris on floors under shelves in isles and on floors behind under equipment throughout the stores. Observed debris on floors of walk in freezer/cooler. Must throughout clean all floors throughout store but pulling shelves and equipment away from walls. Must 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: Observed excessive dirt build and debris on floors under shelves in isles and on floors behind under equipment throughout the stores. Observed debris on floors of walk in freezer/cooler. Must throughout clean all floors throughout store but pulling shelves and equipment away from walls. Must 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.