| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
10
|
2
|
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible |
No |
Yes
|
No |
5-202.12 Provide at least 100F water at handsinks. Observed PIC state hot water issue in morning. Observed hot water between 78-79 degrees F in restroom and kitchen handwashing sinks. Repeat. |
|
22
|
0
|
Proper cold holding temperatures |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P - Observed 1 container of guacamole with cut tomato overstocked at 51 degrees F above chill line on container. CDI, overstocked guacamole relocated to rapidly cool.
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 . |
|
35
|
0.50
|
Approved thawing methods used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.13 (A), (B), (C) Use approved thawing methods for frozen food such as in a cooler at 41F or below, completely submerged under cold running water according to the Code, or as a part of the cooking process. Pf - Observed chicken thawing out in prep sink at ambient room temperature. CDI, chicken relocated to thaw under refrigeration. |
|
36
|
0
|
Thermometers provided & accurate |
Yes |
No
|
No |
4-203.11(B) Food thermometers shall be accurate to +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit.-Pf - observed analog thermometer not accurate to + or - 2 degrees F. CDI, operator removed from use and facility to use digital thermometer .
For information on how to properly calibrate a thermometer, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following weblink: https://youtu.be/IxXix712KkI |
|
39
|
1
|
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display |
No |
No
|
No |
3-305.14 Unpackaged food shall be protected from contamination during preparation. Observed chicken thawing on same prep sink as where cut tomato was being prepared. |
|
41
|
0.50
|
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored |
No |
No
|
No |
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed wet cloth used to stabilize cutting boards. |
|
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 scoop stored in container but container collecting debris. |
|
44
|
0
|
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled |
No |
No
|
No |
4-903.11 (A) Store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean equipment stored in containers collecting debris. |
|
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. Observed light out under hood ventilation system . |
|
50
|
0.50
|
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure |
No |
No
|
Yes |
5-103.11(B) Provide sufficient hot water to meet the peak hot water demands.-Pf - Observed hot water at 78 Degrees F at 3 compartment sink and 79 degrees F. Vr to follow up on hot water. |
|
55
|
0.50
|
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean |
No |
No
|
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 some grease accumulating on floor behind and under and on sides of equipment. |