HALE FAMILY MCDONALD'S Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND SINKS IN MENS TOILET ROOM AT 51.2F AND WOMENS TOILET ROOM AT 50.0F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT WATER TEMPERATURE AT ALL HAND SINKS MUST BE A MINIMUM OF 100.0F. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED GAP AT TOP OF SMALL DELIVERY DOOR IN REAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL GAP/RODENT PROOF TO PREVENT ENTRY OF PESTS.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: OBSERVED SEVERAL FEMALE EMPLOYEES WITH VISOR HATS AND SWINGING PONYTAILS AND ONE MALE EMPLOYEE WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT EMPLOYEES MUST EFFECTIVELY RESTRAIN HAIR AT ALL TIMES AND MAINTAIN. ALL HAIR WAS RESTRAINED DURING INSPECTION.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAK AT FAUCET FIXTURE AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER WITH OPEN LIDS AND TRASH BAGS ABOVE THE RIM OF THE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT LIDS MUST TIGHTLY SECURED TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.7-38-020(B) CITATION ISSUED.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DEBRIS/SPILLAGE ALONG REAR PERIMETER WALLS AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT NEAR WASHING MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DEBRIS/SPILLAGE ALONG REAR PERIMETER WALLS AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT NEAR WASHING MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.