| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
1
|
1
|
PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties |
Yes |
No
|
No |
2-103.11(A-P) PIC shall ensure rules in the code for food safety and handling are met. -Pf Observed PIC without knowledge of food temperatures. Observed several violations noted on inspections that were not managed by PIC (handwashing, cross contamination, storage order). PIC stated that they do not take temperatures throughout the day. CDI- Explained all items in detail.
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. |
|
8
|
0
|
Hands clean & properly washed |
Yes |
No
|
No |
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P Observed food employee go to pull down someone else's shirt then go to continue preparing food. CDI- Hands washed before engaging in prep. |
|
10
|
1
|
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible |
Yes |
No
|
No |
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf Observed no soaps at front and back handwashing sink. CDI- Soap placed at sink. |
|
15
|
3
|
Food separated & protected |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed cooked meat, thawing raw salmon and box of raw turkey stored at basin 1 a the 3 comp sink. Separate item, raw meats may not be stored with cooked food. CDI- All items removes.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation |
|
16
|
0
|
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. Observed can opener soiled with old food debris. CDI- Can opener taken back to be washed.
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
|
1.50
|
Proper cooling time & temperatures |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
3-501.14(A) Quickly cool cooked foods within 2 hours from 135F to 70F; and within a total of 6 hours from 135F to 41F. -P. Observed rice cooling a rate of .03. CDI- Bin of rice placed in the walk in freezer, Pts not escalated based on severity.
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 . |
|
22
|
1.50
|
Proper cold holding temperatures |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed large bins of chicken in tall reach in 1 holding above 41F. Observed 2 containers of fish in tall RI 2 holding above 41F. Observed lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and mushrooms holding above 41F. Observed cheese and BBQ pork in low reach in unit holding above 41F. Observed burgers, beef and hotdogs holding above 41F.
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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ . |
|
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 several containers of macaroni wrapped and stacked while cooling in the walk in freezer. CDI- Items wrapped, unstacked and placed in the freezer. Observed rice bin covered while cooling. CDI- Lid removed and bin placed in freezer.
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
|
1
|
Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals |
No |
No
|
No |
6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed several dead roaches at dry dish storage area. Remove roaches. |
|
39
|
0
|
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display |
Yes |
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 bin of turkey wings on the floor. CDI- Removed. |
|
40
|
0.50
|
Personal cleanliness |
No |
Yes
|
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 with wrist watch. |
|
43
|
0.50
|
In-use utensils: properly stored |
No |
Yes
|
No |
3-304.12 (C ) Store in-use utensils on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment. The utensils and storage surface must be cleaned and sanitized every 4 hours. Observed tongs stored on handwashing sink barrier screen. CDI- Tongs taken back to be washed.
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 stored in ice. Remove |
|
47
|
1
|
Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used |
No |
Yes
|
No |
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed rusted shelves in coolers. Observed broken gasket at fish tall reach in. Observed walk in cooler door not properly closing. Observed cold drawers under grill, prep top unit, low reach in and both tall reach in units holding above 41F. All equipment housing TCS food within the kitchen area is not functioning properly. If cooleres do not cool to 41F or below FACILITY WILL HAVE TO CLOSE. FACILITY CANNOT SAFELY PREPARE FOOD WITHOUT THE PROPER COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT.
4-101.11 (A) - (E ) Food contact surfaces shall be (A) Safe P, (B) Durable, Corrosion-Resistant, (C ) sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated washing (D) Smooth and easily cleanable, and (E) Resistant to damage. Observed sugar stored in regular household bin. Use food safe containers for food items. |
|
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 roller cart, tall reach in coolers and freezer in need of cleaning. |
|
55
|
0
|
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean |
No |
No
|
No |
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 completely absorbent concrete. EHS saw areas on the floor wet (near large ice machine) Area water was soaked into the floor. There is an small area of painted floor space near dish machine where the floor had been sealed with non absorbent sealant. Get floors fixed.
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 wall at dish pit in need of cleaning. Observed ceiling vents in need of cleaning. |