| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
10
|
0
|
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. - EHS observed hand washing sink near hot bar blocked with large 5 gallon buckets. CDI- PIC moved items. |
|
15
|
1.50
|
Food separated & protected |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
3-302.11 (A)(4) Except when the food is being cooled, store food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings. - EHS observed all foods in walk in cooler below 41F. A lot of items were uncovered and not protected. CDI- PIC had an employee cover all items. REPEAT-
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P - Observed raw beef stored above RTE milk and rice in the walk in cooler. CDI- PIC was able to correct the storage order. 3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display. -P. - Observed raw quail stored above raw beef in display case. CDI- PIC corrected the storage order.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation |
|
20
|
1.50
|
Proper cooling time & temperatures |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.14(A) Quickly cool cooked foods within 2 hours from 135F to 70F; and within a total of 6 hours from 135F to 41F. -P. - Observed soup cooling in walk in cooler from this morning at 50F. PIC stated the item had been cooling over 6 hrs. CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded the item.
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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU . |
|
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- EHS observed several spray bottles (windex and cleaner) without a label. CDI- PIC labeled item. |
|
33
|
0.50
|
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf- EHS observed soup cooling for over 6 hrs not meet proper cooling rate. Item was in a large metal pan. CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded the item.
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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU . |
|
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. - Observed flies throughout the facility. |
|
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 damage to walk in freezer. Observed rusting shelving thought walk in coolers. -REPEAT-
4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. - Observed several portable cutting boards in need of resurfacing or replacing. - 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 wet cloths being used under raw cutting boards in meat department side. |
|
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. - EHS observed shelving, plastic lid covers, and hanging racks in need of cleaning due to food and grease residue build up. - REPEAT- |
|
54
|
0.50
|
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained |
No |
Yes
|
No |
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. - Observed dumpster lids and doors open while not in use. 5-501.115 Discard items and litter stored in the waste areas and enclosures as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. - Observed trash and litter around dumpster area. 5-501.16(A) Provide receptacles of sufficient capacity to hold refuse, recyclables, and returnables that accumulate. - Observed trash over flowing and around dumpster area.
NOTE: Dumpster area is shared with other businesses not permitted by health department. |
|
55
|
1
|
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean |
No |
Yes
|
No |
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. 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. -REPEAT- Observed damaged back door frame, cracked tile throughout the facility, and absorbent ceiling tile over meat prep areas.
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. -REPEAT- Observed hard to reach areas in need of cleaning due to grease and food debris residue build up. Hard to reach areas are underneath and behind equipment. Clean as often as needed to prevent and reduce build up.
6-501.16 Store mops for air drying after use. - Observed mop heads stored down in can wash area. |
|
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. - Observed employee items throughout the facility mixed in with retail foods. |