| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|
10
|
0
|
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible |
Yes |
No
|
No |
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing -Pf.- Observed item stored in handwashing sink near front/server/breakfast line. -CDI- PIC removed item.
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf- Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink. -CDI- PIC replenished paper towel supply. -0- |
|
15
|
0
|
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 eggs stored over pancake batter in RIC. (pancake batter does not contain raw eggs). Observed raw shrimp stored over sour cream in RIC. -CDI- PIC corrected storage order.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed unwashed cucumbers stored over RTE slaw mix. Observed unwashed tomatoes stored over RTE spring mix. -CDI- PIC corrected storage order. -0-
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation |
|
16
|
1.50
|
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf.- Observed food debris on dishes stored as clean. -CDI- PIC moved items to dishpit to be W/R/S. **REPEAT** -1.5-
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 .
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed dark buildup in ice machine, especially around ice chute. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. |
|
18
|
0
|
Proper cooking time & temperatures |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-401.11 Cook raw animal foods to required temperatures. Do not interrupt the cooking process without approved procedures. -P- Observed facility par cooking chicken wings. Chicken wings were cooked between temperatures of 127-149F and food employee was about to begin cooling wings down. -CDI- EHS educated PIC on not par cooking without following proper procedures and food employee placed items in oven to cook above 165F. -0- |
|
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- Observed items near door of WIC #2 above 41F. Possibly air flow issue in unit. Observed items in prep units above 41F. Refer to temperature chart. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded items. **REPEAT** -1.5- **POINTS NOT ESCALATED DUE TO IMPROVEMENT**
For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ . |
|
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 chicken date marked 2/4 (discard 2/10), sausage and marinara sauce date marked 1/30 (discard 2/5) and sausage date marked 2/5 (discard 2/11), poblano peppers date marked 1/21 (discard 1/27), feta cheese date marked 1/24 (discard 1/30) and heavy cream with no date marked. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded items. **REPEAT** -3-
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 . |
|
33
|
1
|
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf- Observed items cooling at a low rate. Items were found cooling with protective plastic coverings. -CDI- EHS educated PIC on proper cooling methods and PIC removed plastic coverings to facilitate rapid cooling. **REPEAT** -1-
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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU . |
|
39
|
0
|
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display |
Yes |
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 2 dented roasted red pepper cans stored with ready to use cans. -CDI- PIC discarded items.
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed flour bucket stored on floor in dry storage area. -0- |
|
40
|
0
|
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 food employee engaging in food prep with a wrist watch. -0- |
|
41
|
0
|
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed wiping cloths stored in 0 ppm quaternary sanitizer. -CDI- PIC replenished sanitizer concentration to 100ppm. -0-
3-304.14(D) Maintain dry wiping cloths free of visible debris and soil. Maintain sanitizer containers for in-use cloths free of visible debris and soil. Observed heavy soil and debris in sanitizer container. -CDI- PIC replenished bucket with fresh sanitizer supply. |
|
43
|
0
|
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 metal container with no handle stored in flour. -CDI- EHS educated PIC on only using scoops with handle and ensuring handle is upright and not touching food if stored in food.
3-304.12 (E) In-use utensils, such as ice scoops or utensils for non-TCS food, must be stored in a clean and protected location. Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine. -CDI- EHS educated PIC on proper storage of ice scoop. -0- |
|
44
|
0.50
|
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled |
No |
Yes
|
No |
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed wet stacking with dishes stored as clean. **REPEAT** -0.5-
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 food debris inside containers where clean knives are stored. |
|
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 milk dispensing machine not properly functioning. Repair or replace. Observed multiple pieces of equipment throughout facility not in good repair. Repair, replace or remove any equipment not functioning or not necessary for facility operation. -0-
4-101.19/4-202.16 Non FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other FOOD soiling or that require frequent
cleaning shall be constructed of a CORROSION-RESISTANT, nonabsorbent, and SMOOTH material. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES shall be free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance. Observed rusted shelving in some coolers and dry storage areas. Replace. |
|
49
|
0
|
Non-food contact surfaces clean |
No |
No
|
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 buildup on fronts and sides of equipment and food debris inside of units. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. Observed plastic wrapping/residue on dishes stored as clean. -0- |
|
50
|
0
|
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure |
No |
No
|
No |
5-103.11(B) Provide sufficient hot water to meet the peak hot water demands. -Pf- Observed hot water at handsink and 3-comp sink at 71F at start of inspection. -CDI- Water issues were repaired and temperatures were at 121F and 120F by the end of inspection. Ensure that water temperatures are maintained. -0- |
|
51
|
0
|
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices |
No |
No
|
No |
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed mop sink backed up. Observed leak at spray nozzle at pre-soak sink. Repair. -0- |
|
55
|
1
|
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. Observed missing/damaged floor tiles in dishpit area. Repair. Observed damaged walls in dry storage area near baseboards. Repair. **REPEAT** -1-
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 floor tiles in dish pit area that had been filled in with grout. Items were not easily cleanable. Repair.
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 dust buildup on walls near pizza and salad station area. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. |