FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
WALMART #5402 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
February 11, 2010
Short Form Complaint
License #1696430
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. FOUND OVER 50 MICE DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT REAR STORAGE AREA, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BETWEEN SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND TO CALL LICENSED PEAT CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED (7-38-020)
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 #26
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: When toilet and lavatory facilities are provided for the patrons of food establishments, such facilities shall be adequate in number, convenient, accessible, properly designed, and installed according to the municipal code. FOUND LAVATORY FACILITIES NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. HAND WASHING SINK WITHOUT HOT RUNNING WATER IN CUSTOMER'S (LADIES, MEN'S AND FAMILY WASHROOM) TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED (7-38-030)
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate ventilation required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-304.11
Violation #26
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: When toilet and lavatory facilities are provided for the patrons of food establishments, such facilities shall be adequate in number, convenient, accessible, properly designed, and installed according to the municipal code. FOUND LAVATORY FACILITIES NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. HAND WASHING SINK WITHOUT HOT RUNNING WATER IN CUSTOMER'S (LADIES, MEN'S AND FAMILY WASHROOM) TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED (7-38-030)
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate ventilation required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-304.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection