FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
WALGREENS #05034 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
July 25, 2013
Complaint
License #18768
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED OVER 20 LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON DISPLAY SHELVES SURROUNDING FRESH FRUIT AND FLOWERS. LIVE AND DEAD HOUSE FLIES ALSO NOTED IN VARIOUS AREAS THRU-OUT STORE (REAR STORAGE ROOM, SALES FLOOR) INSTD TO ELIMINATE FLIES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: ALL SINKS THRU-OUT PREMISES NOT CLEAN. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES, FREE OF DEBRIS.
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOORS THRU-OUT PREMISES UNDER AND BEHIND LOCKERS, BEHIND TRASH COMPACTOR IN REAR STORAGE ROOM, IN EMPLOYEE BREAKROOM, TOILET ROOMS AND WALK-IN FREEZER FLOOR NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS/TRASH. INSTD TO CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOORS THRU-OUT PREMISES UNDER AND BEHIND LOCKERS, BEHIND TRASH COMPACTOR IN REAR STORAGE ROOM, IN EMPLOYEE BREAKROOM, TOILET ROOMS AND WALK-IN FREEZER FLOOR NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS/TRASH. INSTD TO CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection