| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
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|---|
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1
|
1
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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. Please visit our resource page, http://meck.co/FoodSafety , for more food safety information related to PIC Duties, Training, and managing food safety. Observed little to no knowledge of food Bourne illnesses diseases or prevention |
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10
|
1
|
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible |
No |
No
|
Yes |
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed dirty plate in hand sink in memory care. Need a dirty bin to put items in that need to go back to the kitchen.
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf. Observed soap dispenser not working properly, needs replacement
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf. Observed paper towels not dispensing from dispensers. No paper towels at server station. Move paper towel dispenser near food prep sink and in server area closer to hand sink. |
|
15
|
0
|
Food separated & protected |
No |
No
|
Yes |
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P For more information on food storage order please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed raw bacon stored over vegetables. |
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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. For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety 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 . Observed no sanitizer solution available for non-food contact surfaces 9counter tops) or food contact surfaces (food thermometer) .
4-602.11 (A) (4) Food contact surface of a thermometer shall be cleaned, and sanitized per 4-702.11/4-703.11, before using or storing. P. Observed thermometer ready to be used to check mashed potatoes. Didn’t see a cleaning/sanitizing step, asked staff how it is cleaned before use. Staff went and rinsed it in hand sink. No sanitizer available, gave alcohol probe wipe.
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety 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 . Observed heavy build-up on can opener. |
|
21
|
1.50
|
Proper hot holding temperatures |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety 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 . Observed mashed potatoes on stove top for hot holding. One burner on, that side 175F, other side was 71F. CDI- tried to reheat, ended up discarding. |
|
22
|
1.50
|
Proper cold holding temperatures |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety 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 . Observed mayo, milkshake, and thickener in refrigerator at 50F, waiter area.. CDI-disposed of |
|
23
|
1.50
|
Proper date marking & disposition |
Yes |
Yes
|
Yes |
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety 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 For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety 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 . Observed 2 packs of ham and 1 pack of turkey opened but not date marked. CDI-disposed of. |
|
28
|
0
|
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
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 cleaner in unlocked cabinet in memory care kitchen. Keep chemicals locked up. CDI-locked up |
|
34
|
0.50
|
Plant food properly cooked for hot holding |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-401.13 Cook plant food to a minimum of 135F when the food will be moved to hot holding. -Pf. Observed Lima beans at 115F. Through discussion, beans were put into steam well, where they partially heated, then put on stove top without heat source. Heat canned foods to 135F they put in steam well. Steam wells are not approved for heating foods. CDI-disposed of |
|
37
|
1
|
Food properly labeled: original container |
No |
Yes
|
No |
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 and flour unlabeled. |
|
39
|
1
|
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display |
No |
No
|
No |
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 several dented cans on shelves, no separated out for return. Create area for returning items and label so do not get used.
3-305.12 Food may not be stored in locker rooms, toilet rooms, dressing rooms, garbage rooms, mechanical rooms, under sewer lines that are not shielded to intercept potential drips, under leaking water lines, under open stairwells, or under other sources of contamination. Observed condenser in WIF dripping onto food and packaging. Repair condenser.
3-307.11 Protect food from contamination sources not specifically noted by the code. Ice machine needs to be locked in wait staff area. Unlocked during meal service only. |
|
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 cook with watch on arm |
|
43
|
0.50
|
In-use utensils: properly stored |
No |
No
|
No |
3-304.12 (B) In-use utensils for food that is not TCS must be stored with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. Observed scoop handle down in sugar. Store handle up, out of food |
|
44
|
0.50
|
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 utensils stored in splash zone of 3-comp sink, in a rusted drawer and on shelving near hand sink with no splash guard. Install splash guard between hand sink and dish machine. |
|
49
|
0.50
|
Non-food contact surfaces clean |
No |
Yes
|
No |
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed can opener, shelving heavily soiled. Thorough cleaning of kitchen needed. |
|
54
|
0.50
|
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained |
No |
No
|
No |
5-501.110 Keep waste stored in receptacles so waste is inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed lots of trash on ground around and behind dumpster, observed rodent run under dumpster when I looked behind it.
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed dumpster doors open. Keep closed. |
|
55
|
1
|
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 floors need cleaning under and behind equipment. Missing floor tiles in dry storage room. Walls and ceilings need repair where damaged. Sludgy build-up of water in walk-in cooler. |
|
56
|
0.50
|
Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used |
No |
No
|
No |
6-303.11 Provide required lighting intensity. Observed lighting not sufficient in walk in cooler and dry storage. |