PASS
Risk 2 (Medium)
MCDONALD'S #490 Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
April 8, 2024
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #81721
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
5
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED REACH-IN COOLER NEXT TO GRILL AREA MISSING INTERNAL THERMOMETER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER IN CONSPICUOUS LOCATION IN ALL EQUIPMENT USED TO HOLD TCS FOOD 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 PLASTIC WRAP TIED AROUND PREP SINK IN THE COOK LINE AREA, USED TO HOLD DRAIN PLUMBING IN PLACE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PLASTIC WRAP AND CEASE USE OF MATERIALS THAT ARE NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY-CLEANABLE IN FOOD PREP AREAS 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 #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK IN DRIVE-THRU AREA WITH INADEQUATE SEALING ALONG EQUIPMENT AND WALL. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SEALING TO ALL FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT EXPOSED TO SPILLAGE AND SEEPAGE 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 INTERIOR CAVITY OF 2-DOOR VERTICAL COOLER NEXT TO DEEP FRYERS TO BE SOILED WITH FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF SOIL AND FOOD DEBRIS AND MAINTAIN.
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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD PREP SINK DRAIN PLUMBING IN COOK LINE AREA TO BE LOOSE AND IN POOR REPAIR, PLASTIC WRAP USED TO HOLD IN PLACE TO AVOID SPILLAGE WHEN DRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PREP SINK DRAIN PLUMBING TO PREVENT SPILLAGE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD PREP SINK DRAIN PLUMBING IN COOK LINE AREA TO BE LOOSE AND IN POOR REPAIR, PLASTIC WRAP USED TO HOLD IN PLACE TO AVOID SPILLAGE WHEN DRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PREP SINK DRAIN PLUMBING TO PREVENT SPILLAGE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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