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 PITCHER OF WATER INSIDE HAND SINK OBSTRUCTED WHILE FOOD EMPLOYEES WERE PREPPING FOODS. ALL HAND SINKS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AND USED FOR HAND WASHING ONLY. MANAGER REMOVED THE PITCHER OF WATER IN THE HAND SINK AT THIS TIME. THE VIOLATION WAS (COS). PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN SHELVES 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: 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.

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.

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 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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND CLUTTER AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT 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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 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: 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.

PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 2312753 ON 9/23/19 CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE HEALTH CODES. OBSERVED APPROX. 100 PLUS LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE VARIOUS AREAS THROUGHOUT THE ESTABLISHMENT: (20)WOMEN RESTROOM, (40)EAST-ENTRANCE, (50) DRINK STATION, (10) MEN RESTROOM, (25) WALLS AND CEILING WI-FI AREA, (50) FRONT SERVICE AREA, (10) DRIVE-THRU, (20) KITCHEN AREA, (10) 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, AND (2) WEST IN-OUT AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL NOTED AFFECTED AREAS TO REMOVE FRUIT FLIES. PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NOW RECOMMENDED. 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 VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.

Chemical contamination can cause poisoning and chemical burns.

Chemicals must be properly labeled and stored.

Original containers labeled; Working containers labeled; Stored below/away from food; Used per label; MSDS available.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 2312753 ON 9/23/19 CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE HEALTH CODES. OBSERVED APPROX. 100 PLUS LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE VARIOUS AREAS THROUGHOUT THE ESTABLISHMENT: (20)WOMEN RESTROOM, (40)EAST-ENTRANCE, (50) DRINK STATION, (10) MEN RESTROOM, (25) WALLS AND CEILING WI-FI AREA, (50) FRONT SERVICE AREA, (10) DRIVE-THRU, (20) KITCHEN AREA, (10) 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, AND (2) WEST IN-OUT AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL NOTED AFFECTED AREAS TO REMOVE FRUIT FLIES. PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NOW RECOMMENDED. 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 VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.

Chemical contamination can cause poisoning and chemical burns.

Chemicals must be properly labeled and stored.

Original containers labeled; Working containers labeled; Stored below/away from food; Used per label; MSDS available.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.