FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
MCDONALDS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
April 11, 2017
Complaint
License #1979615
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: ICE MACHINE IN REAR NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED, PINKISH/BROWNISH SLIMY RESIDUE FOUND ON THE PANEL AND UPPER ROOF INSIDE THE MACHINE. MUST HAVE ALL INTERIOR PARTS OF THE ICE MACHINE CLEANED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR BROKEN DOOR TO SMALL REACH-IN COOLER NEAR DEEP FRYERS IN MAIN FOOD PREP AREA.
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: CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: THE INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS OF SMALL REACH-IN COOLERS THROUGHOUT, SIDES AND INTERIOR CABINETS OF ALL DEEP FRYERS AND GRILLS(GREASE AND FOOD BUILD-UP), CABINET INTERIORS IN FRONT FRENCH FRY STATION(GREASE), AND COFFEE STATION ACROSS FROM FRONT SERVICE COUNTER AREA, AND COFFEE STATION IN DRIVE-THRU AREA.
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: CLEAN ALL GREASE, FOOD BUILD-UP, AND SPILLS ALONG THE BASES THE BASES OF THE WALLS THROUGHOUT MAIN FOOD PREP, SERVICE LINE, REAR DISHWASHING, STORAGE, AND DRIVE-THRU AREAS.
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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: SEAL ALL HOLES IN WALLS THROUGHOUT. REMOVE DEBRIS FROM LIGHT SHEILDS WHERE PRESENT. CLEAN DIRT AND STAINS FROM WALLS WHERE PRESENT. CLEAN FILTERS ABIVE GRILLS AND DEEP FRYERS. CLEAN ALL DIRT AND DEBRIS FROM ALL CEMENT PLATFORMS THROUGHOUT.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: WATER TANK FOR DISPENSER POP PROFUSELY LEAKING ONTO THE FLOOR IN REAR,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: WATER TANK FOR DISPENSER POP PROFUSELY LEAKING ONTO THE FLOOR IN REAR,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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CDPH Food Protection