MCDONALD'S #490 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: OBSERVED LARGE TRAY IN BASIN OF EXPOSED HANDSINK IN MAIN PREP AREA. NO SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICE AT FRONT HANDSINK ACROSS IN MAIN PREP AREA OR AT REAR EXPOSED HANDSINK IN DISHWASHING AREA. INSTD TO HAVE SINKS ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES AND PROVIDE SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICE. VIOLATION 7-38-030 CRITICAL.

Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.

All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.

Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: LIVE SMALL FLIES (OVER 20) NOTED ON WALLS IN PREP AREA AND FRONT CASHIER AREA. INSTD TO REMOVE FLIES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND OBTAIN SERVICE FROM PEST CONTROL. VIOLATION 7-38-020 SERIOUS.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: UPRIGHT FREEZER FOR CHICKEN PRODUCTS WITH EXCESSIVE ICE. INSTD TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE ICE AND MAINTAIN. WORN CAULKING WITH BLACK SUBSTANCE NOTED AT BASE OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND WALL. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: NUMEROUS SMALL HOLES NOTED ON WALL BEHIND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTD TO SEAL ALL HOLES. BLACK WALL AND CEILING NOTED AT FRONT SERVICE LINE WHERE BEVERAGES/ICE CREAM DESSERTS ARE PREPARED. WALLS AND CEILINGS MUST BE FINISHED IN A LIGHT COLOR, BLACK IS PROHIBITED.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK BASINS NOT LARGE ENOUGH FOR COMPLETE SUBMERSION OF VARIETY OF MULTI USE EQUIPMENT. OBSERVED LARGE TRAYS FROM HOT HOLDING UNIT IN BASINS OF SINK UNABLE TO COMPLETELY SUBMERGE. INSTD TO HAVE BASINS OF SINK LARGE ENOUGH FOR COMPLETE SUBMERSION OF THE LARGEST MULTI USE UTENSILS. NO EXPOSED HANDSINK AT FRONT BEVERAGE, SMOOTHIES PREP AREA. INSTD TO INSTALL SAME WITH HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE IN SAME AREA.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK BASINS NOT LARGE ENOUGH FOR COMPLETE SUBMERSION OF VARIETY OF MULTI USE EQUIPMENT. OBSERVED LARGE TRAYS FROM HOT HOLDING UNIT IN BASINS OF SINK UNABLE TO COMPLETELY SUBMERGE. INSTD TO HAVE BASINS OF SINK LARGE ENOUGH FOR COMPLETE SUBMERSION OF THE LARGEST MULTI USE UTENSILS. NO EXPOSED HANDSINK AT FRONT BEVERAGE, SMOOTHIES PREP AREA. INSTD TO INSTALL SAME WITH HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE IN SAME AREA.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.