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FAMILY DOLLAR STORE #6642

364 E 87TH ST, CHICAGO, IL 60619 · Grocery Store

Inspection summary

FAMILY DOLLAR STORE #6642 has been inspected 8 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since December 17, 2015. The most recent inspection, on August 19, 2022, found no infractions.

2 of 8 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 and Handwashing and staff hygiene.

Recent inspections have recorded more infractions than earlier ones, so it is worth reading the latest reports closely.

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 3 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on July 21, 2022. For example: INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hands are the main way germs like norovirus move from people to food. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing hands when required, hair restraints, and sick employees being kept away from food. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.

    Recorded once on February 27, 2020. For example: PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

  • 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 10 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on July 21, 2022. For example: PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

  • 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 July 20, 2017. For example: WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on July 21, 2022. For example: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

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.

8 inspections

  1. Canvass Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Complaint Re-Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • OBSERVED REAR EXIT DOOR WITH 1/4" GAP OR MORE UNDERNEATH. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RODENT PROOF DOOR AND SEAL GAP TO PREVENT ENTRY OF UNWANTED PESTS.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED CLUTTER ON SECOND FLOOR OF REAR STORAGE /RECEIVING DOCK AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • DURING REINSPECTION, OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. OBSERVED A BUILDUP OF DUST DEBRIS AND GRIME UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS ON THE MAIN FLOOR AND IN THE REAR STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY, AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
    • 59. PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
      • DURING RE-INSPECTION OBSERVED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #2560773 DATED 7/14/2022,OBSERVED OVER 100 RODENT DROPPINGS IN REAR STORAGE/DOCK RECEIVING AREA ALONG WALLS AND UNDERNEATH OVERSTOCK, UNDER SHELVING AND END CAPS OF AILES WHERE PRODUCT IS STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL COMPANY FOR SERICE, REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
  3. Complaint

    5 infractions

    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • OBSERVED 50-75 RODENT DROPPINGS IN REAR STORAGE/DOCK RECEIVING AREA ALONG WALLS AND UNDERNEATH OVERSTOCK. OBSERVED 20-30 DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH SHELVING WHERE DOG FOOD IS STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL COMPANY FOR SERICE, REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • OBSERVED REAR EXIT DOOR WITH 1/4" GAP OR MORE UNDERNEATH. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RODENT PROOF DOOR AND SEAL GAP TO PREVENT ENTRY OF UNWANTED PESTS.
    • 54. GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH GARBAGE ABOVE THE RIM AND LIDS UNABLE TO CLOSE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT LIDS MUST BE CLOSED AND TIGHT FITTING AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020 (B). CITATION ISSUED
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED A BUILDUP OF DUST DEBRIS AND GRIME UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS ON THE MAIN FLOOR AND IN THE REAR STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY, AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED CLUTTER ON SECOND FLOOR OF REAR STORAGE /RECEIVING DOCK AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
  4. Complaint

    4 infractions

    • 5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
      • OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURES OR SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. SUPPLIES MUST INCLUDE ADEQUATE SANITIZER THAT ELIMINATES NOROVIRUS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY AND SUPPLIES TO PROPERLY HANDLE BODILY FLUID SPILLS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • OBSERVED THE MEN'S AND WOMEN'S RESTROOM TOILETS IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED A BUILDUP OF DUST DEBRIS AND GRIME UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS ON THE MAIN FLOOR AND IN THE REAR STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY, AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED UTILITY MOP SINK INTERIOR WITH DIRT BUILDUP AND IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
  5. Complaint

    3 infractions

    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL SELLING FLOOR SHELVES AND IN STORAGE AREAS ON FIRST AND SECOND FLOORS.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • OBSERVED SOME WATER STAINED CEILING TILE ON THE SELLING FLOOR IN THE REAR OF THE STORE. ALSO OBSERVED DAMAGED CEILING TILE IN THE MENS WASHROOM; REPLACE WHERE NEEDED. THE VENTILATION FANS ON THE CEILINGS OF BOTH WASHROOMS NEED CLEANING TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED; CLEAN FANS.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • THE TOILET IN THE MENS WASHROOM NEEDS CLEANING; CLEAN TOILET. THE MOP SINK INTERIOR NEEDS CLEANING; CLEAN MOP SINK.
  6. Complaint Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Complaint

    2 infractions

    • 26. ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED
      • OBSERVED THE MENS RESTROOM TOILET NOT FLUSHING AND WATER BACKING UP INSIDE OF IT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE TOILET AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED THE MOP SINK NOT DRAINING PROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING.
  8. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • OBSERVED BROKEN AND DIRTY FLOOR TILES IN BOTH TOILET ROOMS IN THE REAR OF THE PREMISES, DIRTY FLOORS UNDERNEATH ALL DISPLY RACKS THROUGHOUT STORE. FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE NEEDS TO BE REPAIRED(PAINTED)SO IT IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE, MAINTAIN SAME.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • OBSERVED DIRTY WALLS AROUND MOP SINK IN REAR, AND IN WOMENS TOILET ROOM. ALSO DAMAGED AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE FRONT AND REAR (NEXT TO THE REACH IN COOLERS) AREAS OF THE PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE, AND MAINTAIN.

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