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Greater Rock Church

718 S INDEPENDENCE BLVD, CHICAGO, IL 60624 · Special Event

Inspection summary

Greater Rock Church has been inspected 12 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since August 16, 2010. The most recent inspection, on August 16, 2018, recorded 5 infractions.

1 of 12 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, Handwashing and staff hygiene and Chemicals and toxic substances.

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 findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for your health. 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, supplies and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 4 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on August 14, 2018. For example: INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hands are one of the main ways germs spread, from person to person and onto food and surfaces. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing their hands when required, and sick staff being kept away from work where it matters. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.

    Recorded 3 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on August 16, 2018. For example: PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

  • Chemicals and toxic substancesHigher risk

    Cleaning products, disinfectants and pesticides must be labelled and stored safely, away from food and from surfaces people touch. Inspectors flag chemicals that could contaminate food or harm people, as well as pest treatments applied without proper supervision.

    Recorded once on August 11, 2016. For example: DISH MACHINES: PROVIDED WITH ACCURATE THERMOMETERS, CHEMICAL TEST KITS AND SUITABLE GAUGE COCK

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be made of cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked surface or worn part. They are generally lower risk but show how well the place is maintained.

    Recorded 13 times across 9 separate inspections, most recently on August 17, 2016. For example: WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

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

    Recorded 10 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on August 16, 2018. For example: PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

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.

12 inspections

  1. Canvass Re-Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 3. MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
      • 2-201.11 OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY PROVIDED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
      • 2-501.11 NO WRITTEN CLEAN-UP PROCEDURE PROVIDED FOR CLEAN-UP OF VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CLEAN-UP PROCEDURE AND SUPPLIES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • 6-501.12(A) CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • 6-501.11 MUST PROVIDE CEILING TILES WHERE MISSING IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
    • 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
      • 6-202.11(A) THE LIGHT FIXTURE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA MUST BE SHIELDED. MUST SHIELD THE LIGHT FIXTURE.
  2. Canvass

    7 infractions

    • 3. MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
      • 2-201.11 OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY PROVIDED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
      • 2-501.11 NO WRITTEN CLEAN-UP PROCEDURE PROVIDED FOR CLEAN-UP OF VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CLEAN-UP PROCEDURE AND SUPPLIES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • 5-203.11(A) THE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA IS NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. THE DRAIN LINE IS MISSING FROM THE HANDWASHING SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE HANDWASHING SINK AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • 6-501.111 OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE FOOD PREP AND STORAGE AREA. APPROXIMATELY 20 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED IN THESE AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A). NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • 6-501.12(A) CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • 6-501.11 MUST PROVIDE CEILING TILES WHERE MISSING IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
    • 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
      • 6-202.11(A) THE LIGHT FIXTURE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA MUST BE SHIELDED. MUST SHIELD THE LIGHT FIXTURE.
  3. Canvass

    0 infractions

  4. Canvass Re-Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • CLEAN GREASE BUILD-UP FROM FLOOR UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT(DEEP FRYER).
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • CLEAN OR REPLACE GREASY FILTERS IN HOOD ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
  5. Canvass

    5 infractions

    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • IMPROPER PEST CONTROL. NO LOG BOOK ON PREMISES FROM PEST CONTROL COMPANY, MUST PROVIDE. ALSO FOUND 15 MICE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE REACH-IN FREEZER IN STORAGE AREA. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREA, SEAL IN ANY OPENINGS FOUND AND REQUEST VISIT FROM PEST CONTROL SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
    • 22. DISH MACHINES: PROVIDED WITH ACCURATE THERMOMETERS, CHEMICAL TEST KITS AND SUITABLE GAUGE COCK
      • MUST PROVIDE CHLORINE TEST STRIPS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. NO DRAINBOARD PROVIDED AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A DRAINBOARD AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
    • 29. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
      • THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOTED ON REPORT# 1561693 DATED7-29-15 NOT CORRECTED: NO DRAINBOARD PROVIDED AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A DRAINBOARD AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. NON COMPLIANT VIOLATION 7-42-090.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • CLEAN GREASE BUILD-UP FROM FLOOR UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT(DEEP FRYER).
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • CLEAN OR REPLACE GREASY FILTERS IN HOOD ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
  6. Canvass Re-Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • NO DRAINBOARD PROVIDED AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A DRAINBOARD AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
  7. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY IN THE UTILITY ROOM NEXT TO THE PREP AREA AND UNDERNEATH THE HANDSINK IN THE PREP AREA. APPROXIMATELY 15 MOUSE DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED IN THESE AREAS. MUST CLEAN AND REMOVE DROPPINGS AND HAVE ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
    • 19. OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
      • OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED. OBSERVED BAGS OF GARBAGE STORED ON THE GROUND NEXT TO THE GARBAGE CONTAINERS AND THE GARBAGE CONTAINERS FULL OF GARBAGE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN THE GARBAGE AREA CLEAN AND ALL GARBAGE STORED IN THE GARBAGE CONTAINERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • NO DRAINBOARD PROVIDED AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A DRAINBOARD AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • NO GREASE TRAP PROVIDED AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST INSTALL OR SHOW EVIDENCE OF GREASE TRAP.
  8. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN FREEZER TO REMOVE SPILLS.
  9. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • THE LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE KITCHEN ARE DIRTY, CLEAN THE SHIELDS AND REMOVE THE LOOSE DEBRIS INSIDE.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IS MISSING A STOPPER, OBTAIN THREE WORKING STOPPERS. THE EXHAUST HOOD HAS A GREASY DUST BUILDUP INSIDE AND A MISSING FILTER, CLEAN OUT THE HOOD, REPLACE THE FILTER AND HAVE THE VENTILATION DUCT CHECKED.
  10. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER IN KITCHEN TO REMOVE GREASE NOTED.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • CLEAN FLOOR BEHIND FRYER IN KITCHEN.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • REPLACE LOOSE WALL TILE IN WOMENS WASHROOM UNDER TOILET WHERE NEEDED. REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILE IN ROOM ACROSS FROM KITCHEN WHERE REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER LOCATED.
  11. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. PREVIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED. REPLACE LOOSE WALL TILE AT WALLBASE IN WOMENS WASHROOM. SEAL HOLE AROUND PIPE OF URINAL IN MENS WASHROOM.
  12. Special Events (Festivals)

    3 infractions

    • 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.PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REPLACE WORN DOOR SWEEP ON ENTRY DOOR.
    • 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.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MEN'S TOILET ROOM HAND SINK IN POOR REPAIR ADDITIONAL SINK ON SITE,LEAKY PIPE AT WOMEN'S.

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