McDonald's

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

Hot water from faucet at 3 compartment sink measured at 114F. [CA] Hot water at the warewashing sink shall be supplied at a minimum of 120F.

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

Gaps and holes observed in the walls near electrical panels in the basement of facility. [CA] Fill all gaps and holes in walls, ceilings, and floors to prevent ingress and harborage of vermin.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

*REPEAT VIOLATION* Sewer lines without trough observed in basement directly over dry foods and food packaging. [CA] Food shall not be stored under unshielded sewer lines or under other sources of contamination.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

Inspector’s notes

At the ice machine, observed mold-like growth on the interior panel. [CA] Ensure ice machine is frequently cleaned and sanitized to prevent possible contamination of food (ice).

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

In the basement storage area, observed single use cups, wrapping paper, and other food/food equipment stored on shelving located directly below a sewer line. [CA] Ensure all food and food related equipment is stored in a location and in a manner that prevents contamination.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

Around the burger prep line, at the grill line and the frying station, observed food debris and refuse behind cooking equipment. Observed food debris accumulation in hard to reach areas between walls and pillars in the area. [CA] Ensure facility floors and walls are frequently cleaned and maintained to prevent harborage of vermin.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.