Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
8
|
2
|
Hands clean & properly washed |
Yes |
No
|
No |
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P Observed employee handle cash register and then proceed to prepare food. Also observed employee leave kitchen and return with out washing her hands. CDI EHS educated employee and she washed her hands. |
10
|
1
|
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible |
Yes |
No
|
No |
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed food dumped in the back handwashing sink. CDI EHS educated PIC and she cleaned and sanitizer the handwashing sink. |
16
|
1.50
|
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized |
No |
No
|
No |
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed facility Quat sanitizer dispenser does not work. PIC stated that she just pours some sanitizer into the 3 comp sink but doesn’t have test strips to measure the strength. VR needed 4-5-25
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 and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY |
22
|
3
|
Proper cold holding temperatures |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed bags of shredded mozzarella cheese above 41F in the pizza prep top unit. CDI PIC voluntarily discarded . REPEAT
For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM 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 Observed egg patties, sausage patties, and shredded cheese in the lowboy cooler not date marked. The PIC stated that they were opened yesterday and she put the date marked on them.
For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs . |
28
|
0
|
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed 2 spray bottles of cleaner not labeled. CDI PIC labeled bottles. |
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 .Observed facility does not have a thermometer VR needed 4-12-25 |
38
|
2
|
Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals |
No |
Yes
|
No |
6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed multiple dead bugs throughout facility. REPEAT |
40
|
1
|
Personal cleanliness |
No |
No
|
No |
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed only food employee handling food with jewelry on her arm.
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed only food employee handling food with no head covering on |
43
|
0.50
|
In-use utensils: properly stored |
No |
No
|
No |
3-304.12 (E) In-use utensils, such as ice scoops or utensils for non-TCS food, must be stored in a clean and protected location. Observed ice scooper stored on top of the ice machine unprotected. |
47
|
1
|
Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used |
No |
Yes
|
No |
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed back Reach in freezer at 60F and Reach in cooler at 53F. Observed gaskets throughout (reach in freezer, cooler, lowboy cooler) facility cracking and becoming detached from doors.REPEAT
4-101.19/4-202.16 Non FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other FOOD soiling or that require frequent
cleaning shall be constructed of a CORROSION-RESISTANT, nonabsorbent, and SMOOTH material. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES shall be free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance. Observed rusted shelves in the Reach in cooler. REPEAT
4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed the cutting board at the front prep top with deep grooves that can not be effectively cleaned and sanitized.REPEAT
4-101.11 (A) - (E ) Food contact surfaces shall be (A) Safe P, (B) Durable, Corrosion-Resistant, (C ) sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated washing (D) Smooth and easily cleanable, and (E) Resistant to damage.Observed facility storing pickles in an open #10 can. |
48
|
0.50
|
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips |
No |
No
|
No |
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf Observed facility does not have Quat sanitizer test strips. VR needed 4-12-25 |
49
|
1
|
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. Observed door gaskets on Reach in freezer, reach in cooler, and prep top units with large amount of black colored buildup. Also observed outside of equipment with buildup food debris. Also observed inside of pizza oven and microwave with large amount of food debris. Also observed large amount of food dropping and grease on the platform that the grill sits on. REPEAT |
55
|
1
|
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean |
No |
Yes
|
No |
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. Observed floors throughout with large amount of debris and grease buildup REPEAT
6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed base board not attached to the wall near the ice machine and Beer WIC. REPEAT |