PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
WHOLE FOODS MARKET Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
May 9, 2016
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License #1678048
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #3
CRITICAL
Violation Details
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED COOKED GRILL CHICKEN AT 46.1F INSIDE 2-DOOR PANINI PIZZA COOLER. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD PRODUCT 10.11 LBS VALUE OF $39.13. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN COLD FOODS AT 40.OF OR BELOW AND HOT FOODS AT 140 OR ABOVE. CRITICAL VIOLATION. 7-38-005(A)
Why This Matters
Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.
Food Code Requirement
All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.
Specific Requirements
Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-201.11 - 2-201.13
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR IN REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA ESPECIALLY ALONG WALLBASE. MUST MAINTAIN FLOOR DRY AT ALL TIMES IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA SORROUNDING COOKING EQUIPMENT AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK DRAINIG SLOW IN SEAFOOD DEPARTMENT AND FRONT PANINI PIZZA AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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: OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK DRAINIG SLOW IN SEAFOOD DEPARTMENT AND FRONT PANINI PIZZA AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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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