| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
9
|
0
|
No bare hand contact with RTE foods or pre- approved alternate procedure properly followed |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-301.11(B) Do not contact exposed ready-to-eat food with bare hands. Use suitable utensils, single-use gloves or dispensing equipment. -P Observed employee make bare hand contact with ready to eat salad mix. CDI - Salad mix was discarded. -0 points-
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following web link: Handwashing and No Barehand Contact https://youtu.be/BH6CLGrH10M |
|
10
|
0
|
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible |
Yes |
No
|
No |
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink near three compartment sink. CDI - Paper towels were provided. -0 points- |
|
15
|
1.50
|
Food separated & protected |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed unwashed avocados stored in same container of ready to eat salad mix. CDI - PIC discarded salad mix. Produce washing procedures were discussed with PIC. -1.5 points-
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation |
|
33
|
0
|
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control |
Yes |
No
|
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 tightly wrapped containers of waffle batter (container egg), smoked sausage, and pico de gallo cooing in walk in cooler. CDI - Covers were removed to allow cold air to circulate in and around food. -0.points-
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 . |
|
35
|
0.50
|
Approved thawing methods used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.13 (A), (B), (C ) Use approved thawing methods. Pf Observed frozen shrimp thawing under running water with a temperature of 73F. Approved thawing methods include thawing completely submerged under running water with a temperature of 70F or below, thawing as part of the cooking process, and thawing under refrigeration. CDI - Shrimp were removed from running water and placed in walk in cooler to thaw under refrigeration. -0.5 points- |
|
37
|
0
|
Food properly labeled: original container |
Yes |
No
|
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 unlabeled shaker container of powdered sugar and unlabeled plastic container of oil. CDI - PIC labeled both items. -0 points- |
|
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 fruit flies around drink station. Control insects to prevent infestation. -0 points- |
|
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 employees preparing food while wearing bracelets and watches.
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employee preparing food without wearing hair restraint. -0.5 points- |
|
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 in use wiping cloth stored on side of sanitizer bucket. CDI - Wiping cloth was completely submerged in sanitizer by EHS. -0 points- |
|
42
|
0
|
Washing fruits & vegetables |
No |
No
|
No |
3-302.15 Wash fruits and vegetables prior to use. Observed unwashed avocados stored with ready to eat foods. Observed unwashed avocados that had been cut and stored in flip top cooler. -0 points- |
|
45
|
0
|
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used |
Yes |
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 single use coffee filters stored below coffee urns without protective wrappings or packaging. CDI - Unprotected coffee filters were discarded. -0 points- |
|
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 vent in walk in cooler with build up of dust. Recommend higher frequency and more thorough cleaning. -0 points- |