| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
10
|
0
|
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible |
No |
No
|
No |
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed no handwashing signage in men's restroom. -0 points- |
|
20
|
1.50
|
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 stacked and covered metal pans of shredded iceberg lettuce in walk in cooler with a temperature of 47F. PIC stated that lettuce was shredded and place in walk in cooler to cool at 8:30AM. Shredded lettuce missed cooling parameters of cooling to 41F or less within 4 hours. CDI - Shredded iceberg lettuce was discarded. PIC has been advised to review cooling procedures for room temperature prepared foods. -REPEAT- -1.5 points-
For more information, please visit: www.meckncgov/foodsafety 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 . |
|
23
|
0
|
Proper date marking & disposition |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.17 (A) or (B) Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and are to be held for more than 24 hours. -Pf. Establish a date marking system consistent with 3-501.17 (A) or (B). Additional date marking system options are found in 3-501.17 (D). Observed tuna salad without date mark in display cooler. PIC stated that tuna salad was prepared a day prior. CDI - PIC placed date marking sticker on tuna salad. All other TCS foods had date marking sticker with discard date. -0 points-
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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs . |
|
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 hand sanitizer stored on top of flip top cooler in food prep area. CDI - Hand sanitizer was moved to designated storage area away from food, equipment, and utensils.
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 spray can of Spectracide Wasp and Hornet killer, labeled outdoor use only, stored on shelf next to three compartment sink. CDI - Spray can was discarded. PIC has been advised that only commerical food service pesticides may be used in establishment. -1 point- |
|
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 covered and stacked metal pans of shredded iceberg lettuce that missed cooling parameters of cooling to 41F or less within 4 hours. CDI - Items were discarded. PIC has been advised to unstack cooling items and keep uncovered until internal temperatures reach 41F or less. -REPEAT- -1 point-
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 two house flies in food prep area. -0 points- |
|
39
|
0
|
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display |
No |
No
|
No |
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed unwrapped/unprotected loafs of bread stored on top of plastic container next to grill. Observed unwrapped/unprotected container of corn meal stored on prep table. -0 points- |
|
41
|
0
|
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored |
No |
No
|
No |
3-304.14(E) Store sanitizer containers used for wet wiping cloths off the floor and to prevent contamination of food, equipment, and utensils. Observed sanitizer bucket with wet wiping cloths stored on floor under food prep line. -0 points- |
|
45
|
0
|
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 box of paper towels stored on floor next to rear exit. -0 points- |
|
47
|
0.50
|
Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used |
No |
No
|
No |
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed shelving under prep tables with heavy rust. Observed drip pan in display cooler unable to contain water drip from ice accumulation. Water is dripping from drip pan and into food storage areas. Repair/replace and ensure no food is exposed to contamination. -0.5 points- |
|
49
|
0.50
|
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 dust accumulation on surfaces of fan in walk in cooler, vents of three door cooler, and on personal fan stored on prep table. Observed food splash and debris on inner non-food contact surfaces of three door freezer, in gaskets of cold holding equipment and flip top cooler, and on inside and outside of display cooler. Recommend higher frequency and more thorough cleaning. -0.5 points- |
|
54
|
0
|
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained |
No |
No
|
No |
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed sliding door open on dumpster at rear exit. -0 points- |
|
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 water damaged ceiling tile in male restroom.
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 build up of food debris and soil under prep tables,
three door freezer, and three comp sink. Recommend higher frequency and more thorough cleaning. -REPEAT- -1 point- |