FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
WHOLE FOODS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
August 6, 2014
Complaint
License #1678035
8
Total Violations
4
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
8
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: DURING INSPECTION OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 25-30 SMALL FLIES SCATTERED THROUGHOUT THE BAKERY AND PREPARED FOODS AREAS ON THE CEILINGS AND WALLS. RECOMMENDED ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE AT ABOVE MENTIONED AREAS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. ALSO FOUND THE REAR EXIT DOOR LOCATED IN THE RECEIVING DOCK NOT RODENT PROOFED. THERE IS A 1/4 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM OF DOOR. MUST RODENT PROOF DOOR. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED.
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 #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST RECAULK TOP PORTION OF THE 3-COMP SINK LOCATED IN THE PRODUCE PRODUCTION AREA.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR PANEL AT THE CRUSHED ICE MACHINE TO REMOVE SLIGHT GRIME BUILD-UP LOCATED BY THE PRODUCE COOLER IN THE BACK.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST ALWAYS MAINTAIN FLOORS DRY, CLEAN AND SANITIZED TO PREVENT PEST BREEDING. OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS; BY THE ONIONS IN THE BACK OF THE PRODUCE COOLER; IN THE PREPARED FOODS AREA BY THE BLAST CHILLER AND COMBI(OVENS; UNDER THE NAKED JUICE BRAND COOLER, BASE OF THE SALAD BAR COLD HOLDING UNIT AND THE BASE OF THE SEAFOOD REACH-IN COOLER. ALSO MUST DEEP CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FLOOR DRAINS IN THE BAKERY AND PREPARED FOODS AREAS AND THE DISH MACHINE ROOM.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS OR SHATTER PROOF BULBS AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS: PRODUCE GREEN WALL, AND THE DAIRY COOLERS. ALSO MUST REPAIR CRACKED/BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD INSIDE THE PREP FOODS PRODUCE COOLER.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR LEAK UNDER THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE DISH WASHING AREA. ALSO REATTACH LOOSE HAND SINK TO THE WALL.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR LEAK UNDER THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE SEAFOOD AREA.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR LEAK UNDER THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE SEAFOOD AREA.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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