FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
MC DONALD'S Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
March 15, 2022
Complaint
License #2808856
7
Total Violations
4
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT HANDWASH SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA OR AT REAR HANDWASH SINK NEXT TO ICE MACHINE. INSTD TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). SEE ABOVE FOR VIOLATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: ICE SCOOP IN BASIN OF HANDWASH SINK IN REAR OF PREP AREA NEXT TO ICE MACHINE. INSTD TO MAINTAIN BASIN EMPTY AND ACCESSIBLE FOR HANDWASHING AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C) PRIORITY FOUNDATION
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: LOW TEMPERATURE WAREWASHING UNIT UNABLE TO SANITIZE, 0PPM OF CHLORINE SANITIZER WHEN TESTED. UNIT TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. INSTD TO NOT USE UNTIL REPAIRED AND REINSPECTED BY CDPH. UNIT NOT BEING USED AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE WITH SLIGHT BUILD UP. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: EXCESSIVE ICE ACCUMULATION AT INTERIOR OF WALK IN FREEZER ON FAN COVERS AND ATTACHED CONDENSOR. INSTD TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE ICE AND MAINTAIN. EXTERIOR SIDES AND ALL SURFACES OF BEVERAGE DISPENSER IN DRIVE THRU NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE SPILLS, AND CALCIUM ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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 #52
MAJOR
Violation Details
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IMPROPERLY DRAINING, WATER BACKING UP FROM DRAIN ONTO FLOOR WHEN WATER DRAINED. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME SO AS TO DRAIN PROPERLY WITHOUT DRAINING AT EXTREMELY SLOW INTERVALS. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C) PRIORITY
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: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IMPROPERLY DRAINING, WATER BACKING UP FROM DRAIN ONTO FLOOR WHEN WATER DRAINED. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME SO AS TO DRAIN PROPERLY WITHOUT DRAINING AT EXTREMELY SLOW INTERVALS. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C) PRIORITY
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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CDPH Food Protection