Food Establishment Inspection Report

No. of Risk Factor/Intervention Violations: 6 / No. of Repeat Risk Factor/Intervention Violations: 2 /  Satisfactory

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Date: 04/28/2025
Time In: 12:15 PM / Time Out: 2:00 PM
Establishment: McDonald's #13038 ADDRESS: 618 S HIGHWAY 90 City/State: BENSON/AZ Zip Code: 85602 Telephone: 
License#: FEL22-000065 License Holder: Tashina Freeman Purpose of Inspection: Routine Est. Type: Fixed Food Facilities Risk Category: Risk 2
FOODBORNE ILLNESS RISK FACTORS AND PUBLIC HEALTH INTERVENTIONS
Status Supervision COS REPEAT
IN 1. Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
IN 2. Certified Food Protection Manager
Employee Health
IN 3. Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
IN 4. Proper use of restriction and exclusion
IN 5. Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrhea events
Good Hyginic Practices
IN 6. Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
IN 7. No discharge from eyes, nose, and mouth
Preventing Contamination by Hands
IN 8. Hands clean & properly washed
IN 9. No bare hand contact with RTE food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly followed
OUT 10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Approved Source
IN 11. Food obtained from approved source
N/O 12. Food received at proper temperature
IN 13. Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
N/A 14. Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Protection from Contamination
OUT 15. Food separated & protected
Status Supervision COS REPEAT
OUT 16. Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
IN 17. Proper disposition of returned, previously served, reconditioned, & unsafe food
Time/Temperature Control for Safety
N/O 18. Proper cooking time & temperatures
N/O 19. Proper reheating procedures for hot holding
N/A 20. Proper cooling time & temperatures
N/O 21. Proper hot holding temperatures
IN 22. Proper cold holding temperatures
IN 23. Proper date marking & disposition
OUT 24. Time as a public health control: procedures & records
Consumer Advisory
N/A 25. Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Highly Susceptible Populations
N/A 26. Pasteurized foods used; prohibited foods not offered
Food/Color Additives and Toxic Substances
N/A 27. Food additives: approved & properly used
OUT 28. Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used
Conformance with Approved Procedures
N/A 29. Compliance with variance/specialized process/HACCP
Risk factors are improper practices or procedures identified as the most prevalent contributing factors of foodborne illness or injury. Public Health interventions are control measures to prevent foodborne illness or injury.
GOOD RETAIL PRACTICES
Good Retail Practices are preventative measures to control the addition of pathogens, chemicals, and physical objects into foods. Mark "X" in box if numbered Item is not in compliance.
Status Safe Food and Water COS REPEAT
30. Pasteurized eggs used where required
31. Water & Ice from approved source
32. Variance obtained for specialized processing methods
Food Temperature Control
33. Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
34. Plant food properly cooked for hot holding
35. Approved thawing methods used
36. Thermometers provided & accurate
Food Identification
37. Food properly labeled; original container
Prevention of Food Contamination
X 38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
X 39. Contamination prevent during food preparation, storage & display
40. Personal cleanliness
41. Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
42. Washing fruits & vegetables
Proper Use of Utensils
X 43. In-use utensils: properly stored
44. Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Status Proper Use of Utensils COS REPEAT
45. Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
46. Gloves used properly
Utensils, Equipment and Vending
X 47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
48. Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
X 49. Non-food contact surfaces clean
Physical Facilities
50. Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
X 51. Plumbing Installed; proper backflow devices
52. Sewage & waste water properly disposed
53. Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
54. Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
X 55. Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Other
OUT 57. Smoke-Free Posted
N/O 58. Inspection Report Posted
IN 59. Permit Posted in location conspicuous to consumers
Inspector Yasmin Crossley Follow-Up Date: 
Person in Charge (Signature):   

Food Establishment Inspection Report

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Date: 04/28/2025
License #: FEL22-000065

Establishment
McDonald's #13038
ADDRESS
618 S HIGHWAY 90
City/State
BENSON/AZ
Zip Code
85602
Telephone

TEMPERATURE OBSERVATIONS
Item/Location Temp Item/Location Temp
1) raw whole eggs under counter refrigerator 33.6 F 2) raw hamburger patty refrigerator 39.4 F
3) sausage burrito refrigerator 37.7 F 4) cut tomatoes prep table 35.8 F
5) bag of light cream refrigerator at drive-through 31.7 F 6) cooked eggs refrigerator 36.3 F
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OBSERVATIONS AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
Item# Violation cited in this report must be corrected within time frames below, or as stated in section 8-405.11 of the food code Correct By
10 6-301.12: Hand Drying Provision. Inspection 042825, at time of inspection, the handwash sink in the kitchen did not have paper towels. PIC replaced paper towels to correct on site.
15 3-302.11: Packaged & Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation. Inspection 032825, at time of inspection, boxes of liquid eggs were stored above smoothie mixes in the walk-in cooler. PIC moved eggs to bottom shelf to correct on site.
16 4-601.11(A): Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. Cleaning and sanitizing frequency of food contact surfaces allowing for slime/mold growth inside ice machines. Please keep a good eye and sanitize as needed. Taking place at time of inspection, repeat. 03/28/24 Order not complied with. Also, ice machine filters have a lot of dirt/dust build-up and seals are torn and in disrepair and need to be repaired immediately to prevent contamination. Additionally, beverage unit in dessert area had dirt and mold build-up. The timer says when these items sho 01/25/2024
24 3-501.19: Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records. Inspection 042825, timers were not set for the majority of the foods (hamburger patties, chicken, etc.) in the drawers holding the food items. Timers should be set as soon as food is put in drawers. PIC corrected on site.
28 7-201.11: Separation-Storage. Inspection 042825, cleaning solutions in the supply closet were being stored above gloves used for contacting food. Toxic chemicals shall never be stored directly next to or above food or food contact surfaces. PIC moved chemicals on the shelf below gloves to correct on site.
38 6-202.15: Outer Openings, Protected. Inspection 042825, at time of inspection, back door was propped open due to the ventilation hood not working. Doors and windows shall be kept closed at all times to keep dirt pests from entering establishment. Door was closed to correct on site.
39 3-307.11: Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination. Inspection 042825, silver box in the refrigerator below coffee station (that pumps milk to the lattes at the coffee machine) is being stored right on top of bag of milk. Please move box so that it is not in direct contact with any food/drinks in the refrigerator to prevent any possible contamination.
39 3-305.11: Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises. Inspection 042825, a box of chicken nuggets was stored on the floor of the walk-in freezer. Food shall be stored at least 6 inches off the floor. PIC put box on a shelf to correct on site.
43 3-304.12: In-use utensils; properly stored. Inspection 042825, at time of inspection, ice scoop was being stored on a rolling cart by the ice machine by the 3-compartment sink. Ice scoop shall be stored in a protected container at all times. PIC put ice scoop in the 3-compartment sink to wash, rinse and sanitize. Also, in the walk-in cooler, a container of scrambled eggs had a spoon stored in the container with the handle in the food. PIC discarded eggs. Additionally, 4 spoons were being stored on the vented drip tray on the coffee ma
47 4-101.11: Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair. Inspection 042825, at time of inspection the ventilation hood over the griddles was not working. Asked PIC to stop the cooking of all burgers until the vent hood is repaired. Spoke to General Manager Luis Vargas on the phone who stated he would call repair person. Technician arrived while typing report to begin repairs. Spoke to repair technician at 2:50pm who advised that the exhaust fan on vent hood was replaced and sent video of ventilation hood properly working. Closing order.
49 4-602.13: Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Inspection 042825, floors throughout the kitchen areas are in need of deep cleaning and degreasing. The kitchen has a layer of grease throughout making it a safety hazard for employees. Deep clean floors within the next 10 days and continue a routine cleaning frequency to prevent accumulation.
51 5-202.13: Backflow Prevention, Air Gap. At time of inspection, air gaps in the dessert area and in the self-service drink dispenser area were not properly gapped. The drain lines should be at least 1 inch above the floor drain. Correct within 10 days. Inspection 042825, this order is not in compliance. Please provide at least a 1 inch air gap above the rim level of floor drain for all hoses/pipes within the next 10 days.
55 6-201.11: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability. Inspection 042825, please replace ceiling tiles in the area above water heater, dishwasher and mop sink within the next 3 months. Ceiling shall be non-absorbent and easily cleanable.
57 Smokefree AZ ARS 36-601.01: . Inspection 042825, all doors had AZ Smoke free stickers but the drive-thru window did not have one. Provided sticker to PIC to place at window.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

Inspector Yasmin Crossley

Date: 04/28/2025
Person in Charge (Signature):   


 



Cochise County Health & Social Services
Environmental Health Division
1415 Melody Lane Building A Bisbee, AZ 85603
520-432-9400

Notice of Inspection Rights Under A.R.S.§11-1603

REGULATED PERSON INFORMATION

Regulated Person/Facility McDonald's #13038 Permit #  FEL22-000065
Site Location 618 S HIGHWAY 90, BENSON, AZ 85602
Follow-Up Date
Site Contact McDonalds Phone 
Mailing Address , ,

DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

Inspector Name Yasmin Crossley Inspection Date  04/28/2025 Time  12:15 PM

  1. This inspection is conducted under the authority of Arizona Revised Statutes ("A.R.S.") Title 36, Chapter 39, Article 1; Chapter 1, Article 2; and Chapter 6, Article 1 and Arizona Administrative Code ("A.A.C.") Title 9, Chapter 8, Articles 1-8 and 13.
  2. Some of the activities during the inspection may include, but are not limited to, a facility premise inspection, review of records, interview with staff, and review of services offered.
  3. The purpose of this inspection is to:
  4. An authorized on-site representative of the regulated person may accompany the agency inspector or regulator on the premises, except during confidential interviews;
  5. You have the right to have:
  6. Each person who has a conversation with the agency inspector or regulator during the inspection that is tape recorded will be informed that the conversation is being tape recorded.
  7. Each person interviewed will be informed that statements made by the person may be included in the inspection report. Participation in the interview is voluntary unless the person is legally compelled to participate in the interview. The person is allowed at least 24 hours to review and revise any written witness statement that is drafted by the agency inspector, auditor or regulator and on which the agency inspector, auditor or regulator requests the person's signature. The inspector, auditor or regulator may not prohibit the regulated person from having an attorney or any other experts in their field present during the interview to represent or advise the regulated person.
  8. You and your staff have the opportunity to provide any information that would clarify an issue. You also have the opportunity to correct any deficiencies identified during the inspection unless contrary to state or federal law or unless the agency determines that the deficiencies are intentional, not correctable within a reasonable amount of time, evidence of a pattern of noncompliance, or a risk to any person, public health, safety, welfare or the environment.
  9. Upon completion of the inspection or complaint investigation the agency inspector or regulator:
  10. Your due process rights relating to an appeal of a final decision of an agency based on the results of the inspection are found at A.R.S.§ 41-1092. If you need a copy of this statute, please contact our office at (602) 364-3118.
  11. For questions regarding the inspection or to get further information about due process rights of a regulated person relating to an appeal of a final decision based on the results of the inspection, you may contact: Office of Environmental Health, 150 North 18th Avenue., Suite 140, Phoenix, Arizona 85007-3245, Phone: (602) 364-3118, FAX: (602) 364-3146.
  12. There is no fee for this inspection.
  13. The inspector, auditor or regulator may not take any adverse action, treat the regulated person less favorably or draw any inference as a result of the regulated person's decision to be represented by an attorney or advised by any other experts in their field.
  14. If the information and documents provided to the agency inspector, auditor, or regulator become a public record, the regulated person may redact trade secrets and proprietary and confidential information unless the information and documents are confidential pursuant to statute.

Upon entry to the premises for this inspection, the inspector(s) or regulator(s) presented photo identification and reviewed with me the above Notice of Inspection Rights. I have read the disclosures and am notified of my inspection and due process rights as listed. I understand that while I have the right to decline to sign this form, the Arizona Department of Health Services representative(s) will proceed with the inspection. As part of this inspection, you are being provided with a copy of the Small Business Bill of Rights (see reverse)

Alex Cecena    04/28/2025
Printed name of regulated person or on-site representative of the regulated person Signature Date of Inspection
Regulated person or on-site representative refused to sign this form
Regulated person or on-site representative is not present
04/28/2025
Agency Inspector or Regulator Signature Date of Inspection
Copy left with the regulated person or on-site representative of the regulated person


 
41-1001.01. Regulatory bill of rights; small businesses

  1. To ensure fair and open regulation by state agencies, a person
    1. Is eligible for reimbursement of fees and other expenses if the person prevails by adjudication on the merits against an agency in a court proceeding regarding an agency decision as provided in section 12-348.
    2. Is eligible for reimbursement of the person's costs and fees if the person prevails against any agency in an administrative hearing as provided in section 41-1007.
    3. Is entitled to have an agency not charge the person a fee unless the fee for the specific activity is expressly authorized as provided in section 41-1008.
    4. Is entitled to receive the information and notice regarding inspections and audits prescribed in section 41-1009.
    5. May review the full text or summary of all rulemaking activity, the summary of substantive policy statements and the full text of executive orders in the register as provided in article 2 of this chapter.
    6. May participate in the rulemaking process as provided in articles 3, 4, 4.1 and 5 of this chapter, including:Is entitled to have an agency not base a licensing decision in whole or in part on licensing conditions or requirements that are not specifically authorized by statute, rule or state tribal gaming compact as provided in section 41-1030, subsection B.
      • Providing written comments or testimony on proposed rules to an agency as provided in section 41-1023 and having the agency adequately address those comments as provided in section 41-1052, subsection D, including comments or testimony concerning the information contained in the economic, small business and consumer impact statement.
      • Filing an early review petition with the governor's regulatory review council as provided in article 5 of this chapter.
      • Providing written comments or testimony on rules to the governor's regulatory review council during the mandatory sixty-day comment period as provided in article 5 of this chapter.
    7. Is entitled to have an agency not base a licensing decision in whole or in part on licensing conditions or requirements that are not specifically authorized by statute, rule or state tribal gaming compact as provided in section 41-1030, subsection B.
    8. Is entitled to have an agency not make a rule under a specific grant of rulemaking authority that exceeds the subject matter areas listed in the specific statute or not make a rule under a general grant of rulemaking authority to supplement a more specific grant of rulemaking authority as provided in section 41-1030, subsection C.
    9. May allege that an existing agency practice or substantive policy statement constitutes a rule and have that agency practice or substantive policy statement declared void because the practice or substantive policy statement constitutes a rule as provided in section 41-1033.
    10. May file a complaint with the administrative rules oversight committee concerning:
      May have the person's administrative hearing on contested cases and appealable agency actions heard by an independent administrative law judge as provided in articles 6 and 10 of this chapter.
      • A rule's, practice's or substantive policy statement's lack of conformity with statute or legislative intent as provided in section 41-1047.
      • An existing statute, rule, practice alleged to constitute a rule or substantive policy statement that is alleged to be duplicative or onerous as provided in section 41-1048.
    11. May have the person's administrative hearing on contested cases and appealable agency actions heard by an independent administrative law judge as provided in articles 6 and 10 of this chapter.
    12. May have administrative hearings governed by uniform administrative appeal procedures as provided in articles 6 and 10 of this chapter and may appeal a final administrative decision by filing a notice of appeal pursuant to title 12, chapter 7, article 6.
    13. May have an agency approve or deny the person's license application within a predetermined period of time as provided in article 7.1 of this chapter.
    14. Is entitled to receive written notice from an agency on denial of a license application:Is entitled to receive information regarding the license application process before or at the time the person obtains an application for a license as provided in sections 41-1001.02 and 41-1079.
      • That justifies the denial with references to the statutes or rules on which the denial is based as provided in section 41-1076.
      • That explains the applicant's right to appeal the denial as provided in section 41-1076.
    15. Is entitled to receive information regarding the license application process before or at the time the person obtains an application for a license as provided in sections 41-1001.02 and 41-1079.
    16. May receive public notice and participate in the adoption or amendment of agreements to delegate agency functions, powers or duties to political subdivisions as provided in section 41-1026.01 and article 8 of this chapter.
    17. May inspect all rules and substantive policy statements of an agency, including a directory of documents, in the office of the agency director as provided in section 41-1091.
    18. May file a complaint with the office of the ombudsman citizens aide to investigate administrative acts of agencies as provided in chapter 8, article 5 of this title.
    19. Unless specifically authorized by statute, may expect state agencies to avoid duplication of other laws that do not enhance regulatory clarity and to avoid dual permitting to the extent practicable as prescribed in section 41-1002.
    20. May have the person's administrative hearing on contested cases pursuant to title 23, chapter 2 or 4 heard by an independent administrative law judge as prescribed by title 23, chapter 2 or 4.
    21. Pursuant to section 41-1009, subsection E, may correct deficiencies identified during an inspection unless otherwise provided by law.

  2. The enumeration of the rights listed in subsection A of this section does not grant any additional rights that are not prescribed in the sections referenced in subsection A of this section.
  3. Each state agency that conducts audits, inspections or other regulatory enforcement actions pursuant to section 41-1009 shall create and clearly post on the agency's website a small business bill of rights. The agency shall create the small business bill of rights by selecting the applicable rights prescribed in this section and section 41- 1009 and any other agency-specific statutes and rules. The agency shall provide a written document of the small business bill of rights to the authorized on-site representative of the regulated small business. In addition to the rights listed in this section and section 41- 1009, the agency notice of the small business bill of rights shall include the process by which a small business may file a complaint with the agency employees who are designated to assist members of the public or regulated community pursuant to section 41-1006. The notice must provide the contact information of the agency's designated employees. The agency notice must also state that if the regulated person has already made a reasonable effort with the agency to resolve the problem and still has not been successful, the regulated person may contact the office of ombudsman-citizens aide.

If you have questions regarding this inspection, you may contact the Cochise County Environmental Health Director at:
Phone (520) 432-9400
1415 Melody Lane, Building A Bisbee, AZ 85603

If you have an issue that you cannot resolve with the department, you may contact the Office of Ombudsman-Citizens' Aide:
3737 N. 7th Ave., Suite 209, Phoeniz, Arizona 85014
Phone: (602) 277-7292.
Your administrative hearing rights can be found in A.R.S.§ 41-1092 et seq., and rights relating to appeal of a final agency decision can be found in A.R.S.§ 12-901 et seq.