| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
1
|
1
|
PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties |
No |
No
|
No |
2-103.11(A-P) PIC shall ensure rules in the code for food safety and handling are met. -Pf Observed PIC on duty at beginning of inspection unable to explain cooling parameters, did not ensure sanitizer was at proper concentration, did not know frequency of cleaning equipment and utensils, and does not take temperatures of foods on a regular basis to ensure proper cooling and cold holding. CDI- PIC with more knowledge of food safety arrived after inspection had started and was able to answer questions correctly. Ensure the PIC on duty during operating hours maintains active managerial control and food safety knowledge to protect food.
A Food Safety Checklist can be found at: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation along with more food safety information related to PIC Duties, Training, and managing food safety. |
|
10
|
2
|
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Observed large bags of oxtails and bins of raw beef being stored in front of hand washing sink. CDI- PIC moved bags and bins to make hand sink accessible. REPEAT |
|
13
|
0
|
Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-101.11 Food shall be safe for consumption, unadulterated and honestly presented. -P Observed raw pork sitting on cutting board with flies touching product intermittently. Observed raw beef in containers close to grinder for knives where metal dust particles are airborne. CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded raw pork and beef that were adulterated. |
|
15
|
1.50
|
Food separated & protected |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display. -P. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef and raw pork in walk in freezer. Observed raw oxtails stored over raw tilapia in walk in freezer. EHS did not observed any active contamination. CDI- PIC had employee rearrange storage order. REPEAT
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation |
|
16
|
3
|
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed chlorine sanitizer over 200ppm. CDI- PIC diluted chlorine sanitizer to 200ppm. REPEAT
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 and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY
4-602.11 (C ) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned, and sanitized per 4-702.11/4-703.11, throughout the day at least every 4 hours, unless otherwise indicated in the Food Code, P. Observed through conversation with PIC that utensils and food contact surfaces are W/R/S once at the end of the night. CDI- PIC had employee W/R/S all utensils and food contact surfaces throughout facility.
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 .
4-703.11 After cleaning, equipment, food contact surfaces, and utensils shall be sanitized using an approved method.-P Observed employee washing white buckets and did not sanitize afterwards. CDI- Employee rewashed, rinsed and sanitized buckets.
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 . |
|
20
|
3
|
Proper cooling time & temperatures |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
3-501.14(B) Quickly cool TCS foods that are prepared from room temperature ingredients. Food must be to 41F within 4 hours. -P. Observed large containers of raw cubed beef cooling at a rate of .02 degrees per minute. To achieve proper rate of cooling, food must cool at a rate of .12 degrees per minute. Cooling rate of .12 degrees per minute would not have been met without EHS intervention. CDI- PIC separated the large quantity into smaller quantities to cool faster. REPEAT 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://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Cooling Food Safely https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6x8b1ZVOxU |
|
28
|
1
|
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed bottle of sanitizer with illegible label due to fading. CDI- PIC labeled bottle. REPEAT |
|
33
|
0.50
|
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 raw cubed beef cooling in large white plastic containers that were not supporting a cooling rate of .12 degrees per minute. CDI- PIC separated raw beef into smaller portions to cool faster. REPEAT
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 . |
|
38
|
0
|
Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals |
No |
No
|
No |
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed flies throughout facility. |
|
39
|
2
|
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.14 Unpackaged food shall be protected from contamination during preparation.
Observed large uncovered containers of raw beef and bags of raw oxtails on the floor and some near metal grinder where metal dust could contaminate. Observed pork belly, pork skin, pork feet, and smoked pork not in packaging stored in walk in freezer and reach in freezer. CDI- PIC put all non-contaminated raw oxtails into walk in cooler 6 inches above the floor. PIC voluntarily discarded all foods that were subject to possible contamination. REPEAT |
|
48
|
0
|
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips |
Yes |
No
|
No |
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf Observed meat department without chlorine sanitizer test strips. CDI- PIC retrieved sanitizer test strips and ensured they will stay in meat department. |
|
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 gaskets on both reach in freezers and walk in cooler in need of cleaning. Observed bottom of reach in freezers in need of cleaning. Clean. REPEAT |
|
53
|
0
|
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned |
No |
No
|
No |
5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed female restroom without covered waste bin. |
|
54
|
0.50
|
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained |
No |
Yes
|
No |
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed dumpsters with all doors open and top lid broken on dumpster farthest to the left. PIC stated dumpster lid will be replaced soon. Ensure employees close dumpster doors after discarding refuse. CDI- PIC closed sliding doors.
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed dumpsters without drain plugs. Obtain and install drain plugs. REPEAT |
|
55
|
0.50
|
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 cracked tiles throughout facility. 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 food buildup on walls throughout facility and heavy amount of buildup on floors. Clean. REPEAT |
|
56
|
0.50
|
Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
6-403.11 (A)Areas designated for employees to eat and drink, shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, single service/use items are protected from contamination. Observed multiple employee drinks stored on food prep surfaces. CDI- PIC moved drinks to appropriate place away from food prep surfaces. |