| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
1
|
1
|
PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties |
Yes |
No
|
No |
2-103.11(A-P) PIC shall ensure rules in the code for food safety and handling are met. -Pf No date marking observed on any TCS RTE foods. Cooler was holding above 41F. PIC did not know cold holding requirement for TCS foods. PIC must know rules regarding food safety and foodborne illness prevention. PIC must ensure priority items are controlled, such as date marking, cold holding, employee hand washing, etc. CDI - PIC educated on PIC duties.
A Food Safety Checklist can be found at: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation along with more food safety information related to PIC Duties, Training, and managing food safety. |
|
10
|
1
|
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Paper towel dispenser is broken at front hand washing sink and paper towels were not accessible. CDI - PIC placed roll beside sink to use until new dispenser is received. REPEAT |
|
16
|
1.50
|
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized |
Yes |
No
|
No |
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Heavy multi-day buildup on can opener blade. Several pans stored as clean had grease on them. CDI - Soiled utensils and can opener put at 3-compartment sink to re-wash.
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg , How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY , and Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 . |
|
22
|
1.50
|
Proper cold holding temperatures |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P All TCS foods in sandwich cooler were 49-59F (listed in temperature log). Portioned shredded cheese in pizza cooler top measured 45F. TCS foods in cold holding shall measure 41F or less. CDI - All TCS foods in sandwich cooler were discarded. Shredded cheese was moved to freezer to rapidly cool. Do not use sandwich cooler until it is repaired. EHS will check cooler next week with the thermometer.
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ . |
|
23
|
1.50
|
Proper date marking & disposition |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf Marinara, pizza sauce, hot dogs, and salsa were missing date labels. TCS ready-to-eat foods must be labeled with open/prep date, and must be used or discarded within 7 days. CDI - PIC placed date label on pizza sauce. Other foods were discarded.
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs . |
|
36
|
0.50
|
Thermometers provided & accurate |
No |
No
|
No |
4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf . No thermometer to check food temperatures in establishment. VR - Verification required within 10 days that establishment has acquired a thermometer. |
|
38
|
0
|
Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals |
No |
No
|
No |
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Small flies observed in kitchen. Contact pest control to treat for flies. // 6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Side door to outside is not self-closing. Repair door. 0 pts. |
|
47
|
0
|
Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used |
No |
No
|
No |
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Torn gaskets present on doors of upright freezer. Sandwich cooler is not holding below 41F. Upright cooler has rusted shelves and is leaking water. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair. Repair/replace listed equipment. 0 pts. |
|
49
|
0.50
|
Non-food contact surfaces clean |
No |
Yes
|
No |
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Detail cleaning needed inside all coolers, sides of equipment, and on shelves throughout. Clean nonfood contact surfaces more frequently. REPEAT |
|
54
|
0
|
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained |
No |
No
|
No |
5-501.15 Provide dumpster, waste containers that are of sound construction. Dumpster lid is broken. Replace dumpster. 0 pts. |
|
55
|
0.50
|
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean |
No |
No
|
No |
6-101.11/6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Floors shall be non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture. Floor damage in kitchen. Mop sink walls are peeling off. Repair floors and mop sink. // 6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Floors and walls throughout kitchen need to be cleaned. Clean physical facilities more frequently. |
|
56
|
0
|
Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used |
No |
No
|
No |
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Employee cell phone observed on cutting board. Store personal items separately away from food. 0 pts. |