FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
MCDONALD'S #490 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
February 4, 2014
Canvass
License #81721
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #11
MAJOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: ALL EMPLOYEE'S AND CUSTOMER TOILET FACILITIES NOT MAINTAINED. BLACK RAW SEWAGE WATER COMES UP THRU FLOOR DRAIN IN WASHROOMS WHEN TOILETS ARE FLUSHED. ALSO HAND WASHING FACILITIES IN POOR REPAIR NO HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER IN PREP AREA BEHIND GRILL, SANDWICH PREP. MUST REPAIR. CRITICAL VIOLATION. 7-38-030.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Specific Requirements
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-203.11, 6-302.11
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED EXTERIOR SIDES OF GRILL SIDE FREEZER , LOOSE.MUST REPAIR.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INTERIOR UPPER PANEL INSIDE ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FOOD AND WATER TRAPPED IN BETWEEN FLOOR TILES.FLOORS NEED RE-GROUTING.MUST RE-GROUT AT FRONT DRIVE THRU ,DEEP FRYER AREA.MUST REPAIR.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NO COLD OR HOT RUNNING WATER AT FAUCET ABOVE SOFT SERVED ICE CREAM MACHINE.MUST REPAIR. NO HOT WATER AT 1-COMP PRODUCE PREP SINK.MUST REPAIR.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NO COLD OR HOT RUNNING WATER AT FAUCET ABOVE SOFT SERVED ICE CREAM MACHINE.MUST REPAIR. NO HOT WATER AT 1-COMP PRODUCE PREP SINK.MUST REPAIR.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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