FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
HALE FAMILY MCDONALD'S Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
August 11, 2022
Complaint
License #2771132
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MINOR ACCUMULATION /LIQUID SPLATTER NEAR BEVERAGE STATION AT FRONT WINDOW. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAK AT HAND WASHING FAUCET FIXTURE AT HAND SINK OPPOSITE OF OFFICE IN REAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #52
MAJOR
Violation Details
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED SEWAGE BACK UP IN MAIN FOOD PREP AREA AND IN REAR NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONTACT A PLUMBER IMMEDIATELY TO REPAIR. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All waste water must be properly disposed.
Specific Requirements
Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-402.11
Violation #52
MAJOR
Violation Details
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED SEWAGE BACK UP IN MAIN FOOD PREP AREA AND IN REAR NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONTACT A PLUMBER IMMEDIATELY TO REPAIR. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All waste water must be properly disposed.
Specific Requirements
Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-402.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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