| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
1
|
1
|
PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties |
No |
No
|
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. Observed PIC not certified, observed several priority violations today, observed PIC not knowledgeable of Food Code. VR needed 2-8-24
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. |
|
2
|
1
|
Certified Food Protection Manager |
No |
Yes
|
No |
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM on duty. REPEAT
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation |
|
8
|
2
|
Hands clean & properly washed |
No |
No
|
No |
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P Observed PIC leave and re-enter kitchen several times and proceed to handle food and utensils, with out washing her hands. CDI EHS advised PIC of times when she should wash her hands. POC washed her hands but continued to repeat the same violation. VR needed 2-1-24 |
|
10
|
2
|
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink. PIC was using cloth towels. CDI PIC provided paper towels. REPEAT |
|
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 shelled eggs sitting directly on top of RTE food in reach in cooler. CDI PIC put eggs on bottom shelf.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation |
|
28
|
1
|
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Observed chemical spray bottle hanging above clean coffee cups. CDI PIC moved spray bottle to chemical storage shelf. |
|
36
|
0.50
|
Thermometers provided & accurate |
No |
No
|
No |
4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf . Observed no thermometer in kitchen. VR Needed 2-8-24 |
|
45
|
0.50
|
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used |
No |
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 a box of coffee, napkins, and coffee filters on the floor. EHS educated PIC but she did not correct. |
|
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 dish machine not working. The dish machine has been out of service since March of 2023. Facility was advised at last inspection to have repaired or removed (if no longer using ceramic coffee cups). REPEAT
4-205.10 Ensure equipment other than toasters, mixers, microwaves, water heaters and hoods is ANSI certified or equivalent. Observed a household egg cooker and a household stock pot in kitchen. The egg cooker was plugged into outlet. PIC stated that she uses it to cook the shelled eggs. EHS advised that both the egg cooker and the pot can not be used and needs to be removed from the facility. |
|
48
|
0.50
|
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips |
No |
No
|
No |
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf Observed no chlorine test strips at facility. Quart test kit available but PIC stated that she uses chlorine. VR needed 2-8-24 |
|
56
|
1
|
Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used |
No |
No
|
No |
6-303.11 Provide required lighting intensity. Observed both lights in kitchen not working. |