| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
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1
|
1
|
PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties |
No |
Yes
|
No |
2-102.11 (A) - (C )(1), (4)-(16) The Person in charge shall demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, application of HACCP principles, and the requirements of this code by (A) Complying with the Food Code by having no violations of Priority Items during the current inspection, (B) Being a certified food protection manager, or (C) by responding correctly to the inspector's questions related to the operation of the food establishment. -Pf. Please visit our resource page, https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation, for more food safety information related to PIC Duties, Training, and managing food safety. Observed PIC on site not able to answer questions related to operation and food safety including about cold holding, food protection, and monitoring procedures. REPEAT VIOLATION CDI: Link provided to PIC checklist tool above. |
|
2
|
1
|
Certified Food Protection Manager |
No |
Yes
|
No |
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager.
Observed no certified food protection manager on site.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation |
|
13
|
1
|
Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-202.15 Food packaging must be in good condition, intact and protect the food inside. Pf Observed 2 dented cans that were affecting the seal stored for use. Bottom of one can was slightly bubbled. CDI: Cans voluntarily discarded |
|
15
|
1.50
|
Food separated & protected |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed unwashed strawberries stored over ready to eat items in the reach in. CDI: Strawberries relocated.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed raw bacon stored over ready to eat items. PIC stated that this was a sub product for the normally received pre-cooked bacon. CDI: Bacon relocated.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation |
|
22
|
1.50
|
Proper cold holding temperatures |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed reach in cooler in customer area with milk, cream cheese, and yogurts holding above 41F. CDI: Products moved to TPHC for today. Some items relocated to the reach in cooler in the back as they were out for less than 2 hours and were rapidly cooled. TPHC procedures on site from previous procedures. Facility already has logs available for use. Observed 2-door reach in cooler in kitchen holding food above 41F. Air temp was 40F-42F in the cooler (top shelf colder than the bottom shelf). Cooler temp this morning documented at 39F. CDI: Cooler turned down to rapidly cool items and reorganized to promote more air flow. See #33.
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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ . |
|
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 2 unlabeled spray bottles of cleaners. CDI: Products labeled. |
|
33
|
0
|
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control |
Yes |
No
|
No |
4-301.11 Provide equipment in number and capacity so that cooling, heating, and holding temperatures are achieved. -Pf observed reach in cooler in the back over filled and air flow issues occurring to where the cooler has temperature zones. Bottom of cooler was as high as 45F and top of cooler was 40F. Facility does not have enough refrigeration space for products currently on hand. EHS suggests increasing frequency of deliveries to reduce amount of product in the reach in. If capacity issues persist, additional equipment will be required. CDI: Cooler was turned down today and products relocated in a way to promote additional air flow. |
|
37
|
0
|
Food properly labeled: original container |
No |
No
|
No |
3-602.11(C) Bulk food available for consumer self-dispensing shall be prominently labeled in plain view with the manufacturer label provided with the food, or another method of identification that includes the information in 3-602.11 (B)(1), (2), and (6). Observed no labels for bulk dispensed cereals. CDI: PIC provided required information during inspection and placed it in a binder for customers to review.
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 sugar dispenser not labeled. |
|
39
|
1
|
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 case of apples stored on floor in kitchen. CDI: Apples moved to shelf.
3-306.11 Protect food on display using shields, packaging, or other effective means. -P Observed cut melons, orange slices, and ham with no covers and no sneeze guards. CDI: Items removed today.
3-306.13(B)(C) Consumer self-service operations shall have utensils or effective dispensing methods to protect the food from contamination and be monitored by trained food employees.-Pf Observed eggs, salsa, shredded cheese, and oatmeal/grit toppings with lids that were not self-closing and not stored under a sneeze guard or with an attendant. Food items must be protected at all times during service by an effective cover or person monitoring the food items for contamination. CDI: Items removed today. Observed washed apples not wrapped/protected. CDI: Apples removed and will be washed and wrapped going forward.
6-404.11 Designate a separate area for items that are not for use and are being held for credit, such as dented cans or recalled products. -Pf Observed no designated dented can area. CDI: Dented cans moved to designated area. EHS recommends providing a sign for this area so that staff do not use these products. |
|
45
|
0
|
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
4-903.11(A)(C) Store single-use and single-service articles 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 box of cups stored on the floor. CDI: Cups moved to shelf. |
|
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 split gasket on reach in milk cooler and right door of 2-door reach in in the kitchen. |
|
55
|
0
|
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. -C Observed several cracked floor tiles in kitchen area particularly near cooler and coffee maker. Some areas of the tile are now missing. REPEAT VIOLATION |