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NameSANGAM INDIAN CUISINE
Address20910 TORRENCE CHAPEL RD
 
City/State/ZIP
CORNELIUS NC 28031
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 12/1/2022
Final Score @ Grade
95 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
10 1 Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible Yes No No 5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Observed multiple rolling carts with food stored directly in front of handsink in kitchen. EHS discussed importance in maintaining handsink access at ALL times. CDI- carts moved, no longer blocking access.
28 1 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 small spray bottles with chemicals with no label. CDI- bottles labeled as sanitizer and glass cleaner.
37 0 Food properly labeled: original container No No No 3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. Observed several seasonings/spices with no label at cook line.
38 1 Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals No Yes No 6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Observed back door propped with rag during inspection, no air curtain on or anything preventing insect/rodent entry when the door is propped. REPEAT. Note: points not escalated, facility has installed a door sweep to prevent pests, must ensure all employees are keeping back door shut, not propping open.
39 1 Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display No Yes No 3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed large containers of cooked food that had just come out of oven -cooling on rolling carts directly in front and adjacent to handsink. Handsink does not have a splash guard, potential for water to splash into food when washing hands. EHS suggests keeping food away from handsink, installing a splash guard at handsink to prevent contamination. REPEAT.
44 0 Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled No No No 4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed basin of blenders with water inside, needs to be air dried before storing as clean.
47 0 Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used No No No 4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed a few cutting boards with deep grooves/staining, no longer smooth and easily cleanable.
49 0 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 sides of cooking equipment at cook line with grease buildup, in need of cleaning. REPEAT. Note: points de-escalated as facility has addressed other areas needing cleaning since previous inspection.
55 1 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No Yes 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. Observed walls at cook line with damage, no longer smooth and easily cleanable. REPEAT. 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 walls near cook line with food debris/splatter, in need of cleaning. Observed walls behind standing reach in refrigerator unit with dust buildup, in need of cleaning. REPEAT.