| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
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. Observed PIC not certified, observed repeat priority violations today, observed PIC not knowledgeable of Food Code. VR needed 7/29/24
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 |
|
5
|
0.50
|
Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events |
Yes |
No
|
No |
2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. - Pf. Observed no written procedures for vomit & diarrhea clean-up in facility. CDI - EHS handed out Spanish/English poster for vomit/diarrheal procedures. |
|
8
|
4
|
Hands clean & properly washed |
Yes |
Yes
|
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 him washing hands. CDI - EHS educated PIC when and how to wash hands.
2-301.15 Only wash hands in handwashing sink. -PF Observed PIC rinsing his hands in 3-comp-sink. Educated PIC how and where to properly wash hands. EHS observed PIC actively practicing proper hand washing after education. |
|
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 to dry hands. CDI - EHS went and obtained papers towels from dining area. PIC stated that paper towels have been ordered. |
|
16
|
1.50
|
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized |
Yes |
No
|
No |
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed food built up on blade of can opener stored clean. - CDI - PIC moved item to 3-comp-sink
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg , How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY , and Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 . |
|
40
|
0.50
|
Personal cleanliness |
No |
No
|
No |
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed PIC with oversized shiny watch on while washing dishes.
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed PIC with no hair covering during inspection. |
|
41
|
0
|
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored |
No |
No
|
No |
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed several wet cloths on prep tops and shelves throughout kitchen. |
|
44
|
0
|
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled |
Yes |
No
|
No |
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed PIC drying utensils and equipment with wet cloths. CDI - EHS educated PIC on how to properly air dry utensils and equipment. PIC was instructed to rewash items. |
|
45
|
0
|
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used |
No |
No
|
No |
4-903.11(C ) Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. Observed To-Go coffee cups/lids with not held in original packaging. |
|
47
|
0.50
|
Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed counter mounted can opener holder mounted on clean side of 3-comp-sink with food built up. CDI - Maintenance personnel removed screws and mounting plate for can opener.
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 is only using single service cups. |
|
48
|
1
|
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips |
Yes |
No
|
No |
4-501.17 When used for warewashing, the wash compartment of a sink, shall contain a wash solution of soap or other approved detergent or cleaner.- Pf Observed PIC washing dishes with no soap. PIC was unware of bottles at dispenser being empty (detergent, sanitizer.) PIC was able to obtain soap.
4-303.11 (A) (B) Cleaning agents and chemical sanitizers that are used to clean and sanitize equipment and utensils shall be provided and available for use during all hours of operation.-Pf Observed no sanitizer during manual warewashing. CDI - PIC went and obtain bleach from laundry room. EHS observed PIC properly make bleach solution. EHS spend time educating PIC on how to properly wash dishes. Advised PIC to reach out to his manager for ordering supplies. |
|
51
|
1
|
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices |
Yes |
No
|
No |
5-202.13 An air gap between the water supply and flood level rim shall be at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet and not less than 1 inch.-P Observed 3-comp-sink plumbing with no air gap. Piping was observed inside drain. CDI - Maintenance personnel cut the piping to proper height while EHS was on sight. |
|
55
|
0
|
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean |
No |
No
|
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. Observed ceiling tiles with water marks and cracks no observations were made of water leaking during inspection.
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. Observed light fixture with burnt light strips near RIC. |