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M. L. K. CONVENIENT STORE

5540 W NORTH AVE · Chicago, IL 60639

Grocery Store

Chicago Department of Public Health reports Out of Business for M. L. K. CONVENIENT STORE on .

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Inspection date
Reported outcome
Out of Business
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 3 (Low)
Inspection ID
2610166

Location recorded for this inspection · M. L. K. CONVENIENT STORE · 5540 W NORTH AVE

The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.

Official inspection record

Inspection history

Chicago publishes inspection reports dating back to 2010. The city changed its procedures on July 1, 2018.

CanvassNo Entry
Inspection date
Reported outcome
No Entry
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 3 (Low)
Inspection ID
2104898

Location recorded for this inspection · M. L. K. CONVENIENT STORE · 5540 W NORTH AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.

Canvass Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
1
Source risk category
Risk 3 (Low)
Inspection ID
1464794

Location recorded for this inspection · M. L. K. CONVENIENT STORE · 5540 W NORTH AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND NO WASHBOWL INSIDE ONE RESTROOM. MUST PROVIDE WASHBOWL WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER.

Canvass Re-InspectionFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
3
Source risk category
Risk 3 (Low)
Inspection ID
1464782

Location recorded for this inspection · M. L. K. CONVENIENT STORE · 5540 W NORTH AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 19

    OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: FOUND GARBAGE PILEUP OUTSIDE BY REAR EXIT DOOR. GARBAGE INCLUDED FOOD AND BOTTLED SODA. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

  • 29

    PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: FOUND PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT DATED. 8-29-14. REPORT # 1494199. 38. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE OR VACUUM BREAKER AT MOP SINK FAUCET. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND NO WASHBOWL INSIDE ONE RESTROOM. MUST PROVIDE WASHBOWL WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER.

Canvass Re-InspectionNo Entry
Inspection date
Reported outcome
No Entry
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 3 (Low)
Inspection ID
1464735

Location recorded for this inspection · M. L. K. CONVENIENT STORE · 5540 W NORTH AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 18

    NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: FOUND REAR EXIT DOOR NOT INSECT/RODENT-PROOFED APPROXIMATELY 1/4" MODE OF ENTRY AT BOTTOM RIGHT CORNER.ALSO,THE BASEMENT DOOR WAS WIDE OPEN DURING THIS INSPECTION.INSTRUCTED TO PEST PROOF SAID DOOR ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND ENSURE DOORS TO THE PREMISES ARE CLOSED AT ALL TIMES

  • 19

    OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: FOUND REAR OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

  • 29

    PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 1383307 DATED 12-13-13 #34 - Floor not maintained through-out premises. Instructed to repair and level floor, replace missing fllor tile, cover floor drains in basement and detail clean under and around equipment. Stock and supplies(soda) stored on floor. nstructed to elevate 6 inches or higher. #35 - Walls and ceiling not maintained through-out premises. Instructed to repair and replace damaged/missing ceiling tile. And remove foam insulation around wall frames, have smooth, seal all openings and/or repaint. Light and ventilation covers through-out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean #40 - Thermometer not provided inside coolers. Instructed to provide thermometer conspicuous inside all coolers. 03/13/2014 #41 - Unnecessaryu clutter stored in basement. Instructed to remove all unused articles and eleavte supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE OR VACUUM BREAKER AT MOPSINK FAUCET.

Canvass Re-InspectionNo Entry
Inspection date
Reported outcome
No Entry
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 3 (Low)
Inspection ID
1496867

Location recorded for this inspection · M. L. K. CONVENIENT STORE · 5540 W NORTH AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 18

    NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: FOUND REAR EXIT DOOR NOT INSECT/RODENT-PROOFED APPROXIMATELY 1/4" MODE OF ENTRY AT BOTTOM RIGHT CORNER.ALSO,THE BASEMENT DOOR WAS WIDE OPEN DURING THIS INSPECTION.INSTRUCTED TO PEST PROOF SAID DOOR ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND ENSURE DOORS TO THE PREMISES ARE CLOSED AT ALL TIMES

  • 19

    OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: FOUND REAR OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

  • 29

    PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 1383307 DATED 12-13-13 #34 - Floor not maintained through-out premises. Instructed to repair and level floor, replace missing fllor tile, cover floor drains in basement and detail clean under and around equipment. Stock and supplies(soda) stored on floor. nstructed to elevate 6 inches or higher. #35 - Walls and ceiling not maintained through-out premises. Instructed to repair and replace damaged/missing ceiling tile. And remove foam insulation around wall frames, have smooth, seal all openings and/or repaint. Light and ventilation covers through-out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean #40 - Thermometer not provided inside coolers. Instructed to provide thermometer conspicuous inside all coolers. 03/13/2014 #41 - Unnecessaryu clutter stored in basement. Instructed to remove all unused articles and eleavte supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE OR VACUUM BREAKER AT MOPSINK FAUCET.

CanvassFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 3 (Low)
Inspection ID
1494199

Location recorded for this inspection · M. L. K. CONVENIENT STORE · 5540 W NORTH AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 18

    NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: FOUND REAR EXIT DOOR NOT INSECT/RODENT-PROOFED APPROXIMATELY 1/4" MODE OF ENTRY AT BOTTOM RIGHT CORNER.ALSO,THE BASEMENT DOOR WAS WIDE OPEN DURING THIS INSPECTION.INSTRUCTED TO PEST PROOF SAID DOOR ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND ENSURE DOORS TO THE PREMISES ARE CLOSED AT ALL TIMES.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

  • 19

    OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: FOUND REAR OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020

  • 29

    PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 1383307 DATED 12-13-13. SERIOUS VILOATION ISSUED 7-42-090 #34 - Floor not maintained through-out premises. Instructed to repair and level floor, replace missing fllor tile, cover floor drains in basement and detail clean under and around equipment. Stock and supplies(soda) stored on floor. nstructed to elevate 6 inches or higher. #35 - Walls and ceiling not maintained through-out premises. Instructed to repair and replace damaged/missing ceiling tile. And remove foam insulation around wall frames, have smooth, seal all openings and/or repaint. Light and ventilation covers through-out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean #40 - Thermometer not provided inside coolers. Instructed to provide thermometer conspicuous inside all coolers. 03/13/2014 #41 - Unnecessaryu clutter stored in basement. Instructed to remove all unused articles and eleavte supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE OR VACUUM BREAKER AT MOPSINK FAUCET.

LicensePass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
License
Recorded citations
5
Source risk category
Risk 3 (Low)
Inspection ID
1383307

Location recorded for this inspection · M. L. K. CONVENIENT STORE · 5540 W NORTH AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Floor not maintained through-out premises. Instructed to repair and level floor, replace missing fllor tile, cover floor drains in basement and detail clean under and around equipment. Stock and supplies(soda) stored on floor. nstructed to elevate 6 inches or higher.

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Walls and ceiling not maintained through-out premises. Instructed to repair and replace damaged/missing ceiling tile. And remove foam insulation around wall frames, have smooth, seal all openings and/or repaint. Light and ventilation covers through-out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Toilet in first unused toilet room not working. Instructed to repair toilet.

  • 40

    REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: Thermometer not provided inside coolers. Instructed to provide thermometer conspicuous inside all coolers.

  • 41

    PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: Unnecessaryu clutter stored in basement. Instructed to remove all unused articles and eleavte supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.

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How results compare in ZIP 60639

335 of 428 establishments with a Pass, Pass with Conditions or Fail outcome since July 1, 2018 have a Pass outcome.

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Chicago Department of Public Health via the City of Chicago Data Portal. Reference license 2298983.

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