PASS
Risk 2 (Medium)
MCDONALD'S Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
January 17, 2020
Complaint
License #2569616
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
5
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN MEN WASHROOM, WOMEN WASHROOM, AND DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO POST HAND WASHING SIGNS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS USED BY EMPLOYEES.
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 #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER IN TWO-DOOR PREP COOLER ALONG SOUTH WALL. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED DAMAGED DOOR GASKET ON COOLER UNDER COLD HOLDING UNIT IN HOLDING LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED RESIDUE ON INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE, SPILLS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF BEVERAGE MACHINE, SPILLS AND DEBRIS ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLERS, CABINETS AND HOLDING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES AND EQUIPMENT.
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 #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA NEAR SOFT SERVE MACHINE, DRIVE THRU AREA, GRILL, HOLDING LINE AREA, MISSING GROUT ON FLOOR TILES IN PREP, DRIVE THRU, STORAGE, DISH WASHING AREAS, DAMAGED BASEBOARDS ALONG WALLS NEAR UTILITY SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA, MISSING COVER ON FLOOR DRAIN IN FRONT DRIVE THRU AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE ALL MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES, BASEBOARDS AND FLOOR DRAIN COVERS IN ALL AREAS.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA NEAR SOFT SERVE MACHINE, DRIVE THRU AREA, GRILL, HOLDING LINE AREA, MISSING GROUT ON FLOOR TILES IN PREP, DRIVE THRU, STORAGE, DISH WASHING AREAS, DAMAGED BASEBOARDS ALONG WALLS NEAR UTILITY SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA, MISSING COVER ON FLOOR DRAIN IN FRONT DRIVE THRU AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE ALL MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES, BASEBOARDS AND FLOOR DRAIN COVERS IN ALL AREAS.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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