WALGREENS #5033 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN IN WOMEN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO POST HAND WASHING SIGNS AT ALL SINKS USED BY EMPLOYEES.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

FOOD IN GOOD CONDITION, SAFE, & UNADULTERATED - Comments: OBSERVED BAGS OF VEGGIE CRISPS GNAWED, TORN AND DISPLAYED FOR SALE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. ALL FOOD PACKAGES SHALL BE IN GOOD CONDITION AND PROTECT THE INTEGRITY OF CONTENTS SO FOOD IS NOT EXPOSED TO ADULTERATION OR POTENTIAL CONTAMINANTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED

Pests carry numerous pathogens including Salmonella, E. coli, and Hantavirus, contaminating food and surfaces.

Facility must be free of pest infestation.

No live pests; No pest droppings, gnaw marks, or nesting; Effective pest control program; Regular monitoring; Professional treatment when needed.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED STOCK STORED ON FLOOR IN SALES AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL STOCK SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DEBRIS ON SHELVING UNITS AND DUST BUILDUP ON BASES OF COOLERS IN SALES AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.

SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED RAW SEWAGE BACKING UP THROUGH FLOOR DRAIN WHEN HAND WASHING SINKS ARE USED IN WOMEN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL PLUMBER AND REPAIR. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)

Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.

All waste water must be properly disposed.

Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED CLUTTER STORED ON FLOOR NEAR CONVEYOR BELT IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

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 ACCUMULATED DUST, DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOORS UNDER ALL DISPLAY SHELVES, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN SALES AND STORAGE AREAS. OBSERVED WATER STAINED FLOORS IN PUMP ROOM AND LOUNGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.

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 OPENINGS IN WALLS NEAR OFFICE AND WALK-IN COOLER, STAINED AND MISSING CEILING TILES IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

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 OPENINGS IN WALLS NEAR OFFICE AND WALK-IN COOLER, STAINED AND MISSING CEILING TILES IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

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.