PASS
Risk 1 (High)
WHOLE FOODS MARKET Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
December 18, 2019
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License #1678048
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
5
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: DIRTY SHELVING ALONG THE WALL AT THE HALLWAY PRODUCE STORAGE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: NOTED DIRTY FAUCET AND INTERIOR OF THE SPECIALTY CHEESE ONE COMPARTMENT PREP SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: NOTED EXCESSIVE RUST ON THE METAL RACK SHELVING INSIDE THE POULTRY PREP ROOM. MUST REMOVE RUST OR REPLACE SHELVING.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: BROKEN BACK FLOW DEVICE ON THE REAR HALLWAY UTILITY SERVICE SINK. MUST REPLACE.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: NOTED DIRTY WALL AND BLACKENED, PEELING WALL CAULKING AT THE SPECIALTY CHEESE ONE COMPARTMENT PREP SINK. MUST CLEAN AND REPLACE CAULKING.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ELECTRICAL METAL CONDUIT PIPING ALONG THE WALL IN THE MEAT CUTTING ROOM IN POOR REPAIR, RUSTY AND COVERED WITH FOAM CASING. MUST REMOVE FOAM CASING, REMOVE RUST OR REPLACE PIPING TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ELECTRICAL METAL CONDUIT PIPING ALONG THE WALL IN THE MEAT CUTTING ROOM IN POOR REPAIR, RUSTY AND COVERED WITH FOAM CASING. MUST REMOVE FOAM CASING, REMOVE RUST OR REPLACE PIPING TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
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Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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