FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
Winston's Sausage, Inc. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
June 24, 2010
Canvass
License #1493363
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
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: OBSERVED OUTER DOORS NOT RODENT PROOF, USING DUCT TAPE. INSTD TO RODENT PROOF ALL DOORS/OUTER OPENINGS PROPERLY. OBSERVED MICE DROPPINGS UNDER DISPLAY COOLER UNIT, IN CORNERS OF BASEMENT AND BY REAR OVEN SOUTHWEST CORNER. INSTD TO REMOVE SAME AND CLEAN ALL AFFECTED AREAS. INSTD TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL COMPANY FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION. 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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: SEAL ANY AND ALL HOLES NOTED IN WALLS, CEILINGS TO PREVENT ANY POSSIBLE HARBORAGE. WALLS NOT SMOOTH OR EASILY CLEANABLE IN ATTIC STORAGE AREA. INSTD TO CORRECT SAME. LEAK FROM CEILING IN EAST PREP AREA. REPAIR
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: LIGHTSHIELDS CRACKED IN EAST PREP AREA. REPLACE SAME.
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 #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: LIGHTSHIELDS CRACKED IN EAST PREP AREA. REPLACE SAME.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection