FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
MCDONALD'S Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
August 14, 2014
Short Form Complaint
License #1170058
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL,IE LIVE INSECTS,(ROACHES,GNATS).47 LIVE GNATS ON WALLS OF PREMISES IN SEVERAL AREAS OF PREMISES,(WASHROOM,DINING ROOM,AND ESPECIALLY THE PREP AREA AT FRONT COUNTER,DRIVE THRU AND REAR.ALSO 8-LARGE LIVE ROACHES INSIDE BASEBOARD OPENING UNDER REARSTORAGE SHELVING UNIT,AND 1 LARGE LIVE ROACH CRAWLING ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA TO DEEP FRYERS.MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE ALL AREAS.STRONGLY RECOMMENED PEST CONTROL SERVICE.SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-020
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OPENINGS ALONG BASE BOARDS THRU-OUT PREMISES PREP,REAR,3-COMP SINK.MUST SEAL/REPAIR TO PREVENT HIDING AREAS FOR PEST.ALSO CLEAN FLOORS OF GREASE AROUND GREASE EQUIPMENT IN REAR,MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED OPENINGS ALONG CEILING AREAS AROUND PIPES IN REAR AND HOLES IN WALLS IN PREP,DISH AREA.MUST SEAL TO PREVENT ANY HIDING AREAS FOR PEST.ALSO WALLS NOT CLEAN IN SEVERAL AREAS ,OF FOOD,DRIED LIQUIDS.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED OPENINGS ALONG CEILING AREAS AROUND PIPES IN REAR AND HOLES IN WALLS IN PREP,DISH AREA.MUST SEAL TO PREVENT ANY HIDING AREAS FOR PEST.ALSO WALLS NOT CLEAN IN SEVERAL AREAS ,OF FOOD,DRIED LIQUIDS.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection