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WALGREENS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

WALGREENS 5036 S COTTAGE GROVE AVE, CHICAGO 60615 Grocery Store
May 19, 2015 Complaint License #18644
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX 100 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN VARIOUS AREAS SUCH AS ON DISPLAY SHELVES AT BREAD,COOKIES,PEANUTS,PACKAGED CANDY,REAR STORGE AREA ALL CARTS,SHELVING UNITS,BEHIND HOT WATER TANK,ON TOP OF REFRIGERATOR,BREAKROOM,UNDER LOCKERS,ALL DISPLAY SHELVES ON SALES FLOOR,CAGED SHELVES.ALSO FRONT AND REAR DOORS NOT RODENT PROOFED.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 5/19/15.(SERIOUS 738-020).
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #28
CRITICAL
* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS - Comments: OBSERVED NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS TO VIEW AT THIS TIME.A NEW SUMMARY IS GIVEN AND DISPLAYED.(SERIOUS 7-42-010B)
Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.
Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.
Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD AND DEBRI FROM ALL SHELVING UNITS ON SALES FLOOR AND REAR STORAGE,WALK IN COOLER,REFRIGERATOR,LID OF GREASE TRAP AT 2- COMP SINK,MICROWAVE,EXTERIOR OF LOCKERS.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE DIRT AND BUILD UP ON FLOOR UNDER,AROUND ALL SHELVING UNITS ON SALES FLOOR,REAR STORAGE AREA,WALK IN COOLER.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALLS IN HALLWAY LEADING TO OFFICE AREA,STAINED CEILING TILES ON SALES FLOOR AND LOCKER AREA.MUST CLEAN WALLS IN REAR AREA NEAR HOT WATER TANK AND 2- COMP SINK.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALLS IN HALLWAY LEADING TO OFFICE AREA,STAINED CEILING TILES ON SALES FLOOR AND LOCKER AREA.MUST CLEAN WALLS IN REAR AREA NEAR HOT WATER TANK AND 2- COMP SINK.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

Health Department Information

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