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WALGREENS #06762 Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

WALGREENS #06762 (AKA: WALGREENS) 11833 S WESTERN AVE, CHICAGO 60643 Grocery Store
April 1, 2020 Canvass License #1913840
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE CLEAN UP PROCEDURE FOE VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WITH THE NECESSARY ITEMS OUTLINED IN POLICY INCLUDING DISPOSABLE GLOVES, FACE MASK DISPOSABLE MOP AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER FOR THE NOROVIRUS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED POP STORAGE SHELVING UNIT NEAR PHOTO AREA AND MAGAZINE RACK AT CASHIER FRONT STATION NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/ MAINTAIN UNITS.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE ON FAUCET OF MOP SINK LOCATED IN PHOTO DEPT CLOSET. MUST INSTALL.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE ENCLOSURE AREA NOT MAINTAINED, AROUND DUMPSTER AREA( EXCESSIVE DEBRIS,PLASTIC, USED PAPER CUPS,LEAVES,ETC). INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/MAINTAIN AREAS.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS, DIRT IN MOP SINK AREA,UNDER AND BEHIND PALLETS AND SUPPLY ROLLER CARTS IN REAR STORAGE AREA, EMPLOYEE LOCKERS. ALSO IN CUSTOMER PHOTO SECTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS, DIRT IN MOP SINK AREA,UNDER AND BEHIND PALLETS AND SUPPLY ROLLER CARTS IN REAR STORAGE AREA, EMPLOYEE LOCKERS. ALSO IN CUSTOMER PHOTO SECTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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