FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
McDonald's #4308 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 3, 2013
Complaint
License #1904304
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #19
MAJOR
Violation Details
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED. OVERFLOWING DUMPSTERS , LIDS UNABLE TO CLOSE. MISSING LIDS ON ONE DUMPSTER IN USE. INSTD TO KEEP AREA CLEAN AND HAVE ALL DUMPSTERS WITH TIGHT FITTING LIDS AND ABLE TO CLOSE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Food Code Requirement
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Specific Requirements
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111, 5-502.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF CABINETS UNDER KETCHUP/BBQ SAUCE CONDIMENT STATION NOT CLEAN, EXCEESSIVE FOOD SPILLS. INSTD TO CLEAN SAME. ORANGE JUICE BEVERAGE STATIONS, NOZZLES, AND ALL ATTACHED HARDWARE NEEDS DETAILED CLEANING.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: FAN COVERS AND CEILING OF WALK-IN COOLER WITH DUST ACCUMULATION. LIGHTSHIELDS IN PREP AREA NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME AND 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 #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: CRACKED LIGHTSHIELD IN PREP AREA. REPLACE SAME.
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 #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: CRACKED LIGHTSHIELD IN PREP AREA. REPLACE SAME.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection