WENDY'S PROPERTIES, LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT REAR PREP AREA ACROSS FROM HAMBURGER GRILL.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: FOUND HAND SINK HOT WATER TEMPERATURE IS BELOW 70.6 F AT MENS CUSTOMER WASH ROOM.MUST PROVIDE TEMPERATURE OF WATER AT HAND WASHING SINKS MINIMUM 100 F.INSTRUCTED TO USE OTHER WORKING CUSTOMER WASH ROOM FOR HAND WASHING. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38.030 (C),CITATION ISSUED. -

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROX. 50 LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON THE WALLS AND CEILING IN FRONT OF THE DRINK STATION CUSTOMER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND TO HAVE PEST CONTROL ON PREMISE ON OR AFTER 09/23/2019. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010,CITATION ISSUED.

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.

PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: OBSERVED TWO FEMALE EMPLOYEE WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE FOOD IS BEING SERVED AND PREPPED. PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE FOOD IS BEING SERVED AND PREPPED.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN SHELFS WITH DRIED UP FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER AND TO MAINTAIN.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: FOUND WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE UNDERNEATH THE FRONT CUSTOMER CONDIMENT STATION AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAKS AND TO MAINTAIN.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED NO BACK FLOW DEVICE ON THE BACK OF THE ICE MACHINE. PROVIDE A BACK FLOW DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER NOT MAINTAINED;BROKEN LIDS/OPENINGS, NOT TIGHT- FITTING.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DUMPSTER LIDS TO PREVENT FOOD SOURCE FOR RODENTS AND TO MAINTAIN.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B), CITATION ISSUED.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS BEHIND ICE MACHINE AND FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE FOOD PREP/DISH WASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREAS AND MAINTAIN MENTIONED FLOORS DRY AT ALL TIMES.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND CLUTTER AND UNUSED EQUIPMENTS IN FRONT EMPLOYEE STORAGE ROOM AND REAR C02 STORAGE ROOM.INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND BROKEN FLOORS TILES AT FOOD PREP AREA IN FRONT OF HAMBURGER GRILL AREA AND REAR MOP SINK AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SO THAT FLOORS ARE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED NO VENTILATION IN BOTH MEN AND WOMEN RESTROOMS. PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN IN BOTH MEN AND WOMEN RESTROOMS.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES ON SITE. PROVIDE FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION MANAGERS ON SITE.

Inadequate allergen knowledge can cause life-threatening allergic reactions.

Food allergen training required for certified managers.

Certified managers must complete allergen training; Staff must understand major allergens; Prevent cross-contact; Respond to customer inquiries.

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES ON SITE. PROVIDE FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION MANAGERS ON SITE.

Inadequate allergen knowledge can cause life-threatening allergic reactions.

Food allergen training required for certified managers.

Certified managers must complete allergen training; Staff must understand major allergens; Prevent cross-contact; Respond to customer inquiries.