FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
WALMART #5402 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
June 14, 2023
Complaint
License #1696430
1
Total Violations
1
Critical
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
1
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND WASHING SINK IN DELI PREP AREA AT 83F. OBSERVED IMPROPER WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND WASHING SINKS AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS. WOMEN'S AND MEN'S TOILET ROOMS AND FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MINIMUM WATER TEMPERATURE MUST BE 100.0F OR ABOVE THROUGH A MIXING VALVE OR COMBINATION FAUCET. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
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