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NameLA ACAPULQUENA SUPERMARKET
Address4709 TUCKASEEGEE RD
SUITE 8
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28208
Premise Type2 - Food Stands
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 7/17/2024
Final Score @ Grade
94 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
10 0 Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible No No No 6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed hand washing sink in employee female/male bathroom without hand washing sign. EHS gave out Spanish & English signs.
15 1.50 Food separated & protected Yes No No 3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed raw chicken stored above wash and unwashed produce in WIC. CDI - PIC moved raw chicken to lower rack. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
23 3 Proper date marking & disposition Yes Yes No 3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P Observed container of cooked green salsa in WIC with date marking from 7/7/24-7/13/24. CDI - PIC voluntarily discard food. 3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P Observed container of cooked beef in low boy cooler with date marking from 7/4/24-7/10/24. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded food. 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 . 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 open bag of mozzarella cheese with no date marking. PIC stated bag was opened Saturday. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded food. 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 .
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 purple liquid in in-use clear spray bottle with no identification. CDI - PIC labeled spray bottle degreaser 7-202.12(A) Use poisonous or toxic materials according to manufacturer's label. Use pesticides approved for use in commercial food service only.-P Observed five cans of insect spray specifically for residential use only on storage rack near back door. CDI - PIC discarded insect spray cans.
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 and nats throughout kitchen area. PIC stated they have a pest control. EHS suggested to increase cleaning frequency of kitchen and pest control company visits.
39 0 Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display Yes No No 3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed in WIC large bag of onions and peppers stored on the floor and behind shelves. CDI - PIC placed bags of food on racks.
53 0 Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned Yes No No 5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed garbage bin with no lid in employee female/male restroom.
55 0.50 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean Yes 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 ceiling in bathroom with bare sheetrock, screws and gaps are visible. 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 food and grease built up behind cooking equipment In hard to reach areas and under prep tables.
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 phone and purse on prep unit. 6-403.11 (A)Areas designated for employees to eat and drink, shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, single service/use items are protected from contamination. Observed open water bottle and open box cereal on prep table also more personal food items stored in RIC/WIC with food for sale to public. EHS educated PIC on having a centralized location for all personal items.