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CIRCLE K 1271

801 W ADDISON ST, CHICAGO, IL 60613 · Grocery Store

Inspection summary

CIRCLE K 1271 has been inspected 4 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since September 3, 2010. The most recent inspection, on November 5, 2010, found no infractions.

1 of 4 inspections on record found no infractions at all. No inspections are on record from the past 12 months. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on October 26, 2010. For example: OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be built from cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked shelf, a worn gasket or utensils stored the wrong way. They are generally lower risk but show how well the kitchen is maintained.

    Recorded 5 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on October 26, 2010. For example: FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and clean, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate food-safety risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 4 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on October 26, 2010. For example: FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

  • Permits, records and postingLower risk

    Operating permits, required signage, written procedures and logs. These findings are administrative: the documentation was missing or out of date at the time of inspection.

    Recorded once on October 22, 2010. For example: * INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS

  • Food safety training and certificationLower risk

    Most jurisdictions require a certified food handler or manager on site, and some require allergen or food-worker training. These findings mean the paperwork or the trained person was missing at the time. They do not by themselves mean food was handled unsafely.

    Recorded once on September 3, 2010. For example: * CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

About this data

These results come from Chicago Department of Public Health, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

4 inspections

  1. Complaint Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Tag Removal

    4 infractions

    • 19. OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
      • The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. GARBAGE CONTAINER NOT MAINTAINED.OBSERVED THE MIDDLE GARBAGE CONTAINER HAS A MISSING GARBAGE LID,GARBAGE EXPOSED.THE FIRST GARBAGE CONTAINER HAS A GAP OF 2 INCHES BETWEEN MIDDLE OF LIDS.GROUND NOT CLEANED UNDER AND BEHIND GARBAGE CONTAINERS(GARBAGE DEBRIS,PAPER EMPTY BOTTLE AND ETC)MUST PROVIDE TIGHT FITTED LIDS FOR CONTAINERS, TO MINIMIZE INSECTS AND RODENT ACTIVITIES.SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020 HOOOO70702
    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.SPLASH GUARD IS NEEDED BETWEEN EXPOSED HAND SINK AND PREP TABLE.ADDITIONAL THRESHOLD IS NEEDED FOR THE FRONT DOOR.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.CLEAN INTERIOR OF CABINETS,UNUSED COOLER,AND CABINETS UNDER THE POP DISPENSER.DETAIL CLEAN ICE MACHINE NOZZLES FROM POP DISPENSER,MINERAL BUILD-UP(WHITE AND PINK).DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF MOP SINK(PAINT BUILD-UP AND OTHER DEBRIS, ALSO CLEAN 2 COMPARTMENT SINKS.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES,INCLUDED UNDER THE SHELF IN SELLING AREA.AND UNDER THE SHELF IN STORAGE ROOM.
  3. Short Form Complaint

    6 infractions

    • 10. SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER DISPOSAL, NO BACK SIPHONAGE, CROSS CONNECTION AND/OR BACK FLOW
      • In food establishments, there shall be adequate sewage and waste water disposal facilities that comply with all the requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago. WASTE WATER IS BACKING UP FROM FLOOR DRAIN, UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK,WHEN WASTE WATER IS RELEASED FROM 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.FLOOR DRAIN CLOGGED. MANAGER VOLUNTARY REMOVED OPENED FOOD:DONUTS, COOKED HOT DOG,AND FRESH COFFEE DUE TO UNABLE TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE.CEASED OPERATION.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO FAX A LETTER TO PUBLIC HEALTH WHEN VIOLATION IS CORRECTED.(FAX # 312 746-4240).TAGGED UNIT "HELD FOR INSPECTION" DO NOT USE UNIT.INSTRUCTED TO SELL ONLY PRE-PACKAGED FOOD.CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-030 HOOOO70702
    • 19. OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
      • The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. GARBAGE CONTAINER NOT MAINTAINED.OBSERVED THE MIDDLE GARBAGE CONTAINER HAS A MISSING GARBAGE LID,GARBAGE EXPOSED.THE FIRST GARBAGE CONTAINER HAS A GAP OF 2 INCHES BETWEEN MIDDLE OF LIDS.GROUND NOT CLEANED UNDER AND BEHIND GARBAGE CONTAINERS(GARBAGE DEBRIS,PAPER EMPTY BOTTLE AND ETC)MUST PROVIDE TIGHT FITTED LIDS FOR CONTAINERS, TO MINIMIZE INSECTS AND RODENT ACTIVITIES.SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020 HOOOO70702
    • 28. * INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS
      • One copy of the Food Inspection Report Summary must be displayed and visible to all customers. PREVIOUS INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT NOT POSTED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS FROM 9-3-10,REPORT # 285045.INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT WAS HANGED WITH LICENSES IN CLIPBOARD, STORED IN OFFICE.PERSONALLY DISPLAYED SUMMARY REPORT.SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-42-010(B) HOOOO70703-10
    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. SPLASH GUARD IS NEEDED BETWEEN EXPOSED HAND SINK AND PREP TABLE.ADDITIONAL THRESHOLD IS NEEDED FOR THE FRONT DOOR.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. CLEAN INTERIOR OF CABINETS,UNUSED COOLER,AND CABINETS UNDER THE POP DISPENSER.DETAIL CLEAN ICE MACHINE NOZZLES FROM POP DISPENSER,MINERAL BUILD-UP(WHITE AND PINK).DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF MOP SINK(PAINT BUILD-UP AND OTHER DEBRIS, ALSO CLEAN 2 COMPARTMENT SINKS.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES,INCLUDED UNDER THE SHELF IN SELLING AREA.AND UNDER THE SHELF IN STORAGE ROOM.
  4. Complaint

    3 infractions

    • 21. * CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
      • A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO PROOF OF CITY SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON PREMISES.MANAGEMENT IS REQUIRED TO OBTAIN IT.INFORMATION GIVEN. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-012 HOOOO63960-17
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER,(FOOD SPILLAGE,AND DEBRIS).SWEEP FLOOR UNDER SHELVES IN STORAGE AREA(DUST-BUILD UP).CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN ON FLOOR UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK(SLIME BUILD-UP).
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. OBSERVED WATER PIPE UNDER 1 COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

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