Question 1

How many health inspections has MCDONALDS had?

Accepted Answer

MCDONALDS has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Question 2

Has MCDONALDS ever been shut down?

Accepted Answer

No, MCDONALDS has no emergency closures on record.

Question 3

What are the most common violations at MCDONALDS?

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The most frequently cited violations at MCDONALDS are: Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.

Question 4

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

Accepted Answer

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

Question 5

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

Accepted Answer

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

Question 6

What does Florida violation V46 (No smoking signs) mean?

Accepted Answer

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE: While not a direct food safety hazard, failure to post required no-smoking signs can result in smoking/vaping in food areas, introducing ash, particulates, and tobacco residue near food. Secondhand smoke contamination of food is a public health concern. Florida Clean Indoor Air Act compliance protects both employees and customers. Post conspicuous no smoking signs at entrances and in all areas where smoking is prohibited per Florida Clean Indoor Air Act (F.S. 386.204). Signs must be clearly visible and legible. Include in employee orientation. Enforce no-smoking policy consistently.

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