| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
10
|
1
|
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf-/6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf-/6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed no soap, paper towels or handwashing sign at handsink near sautéed station. -CDI- PIC replenished soap and paper towel supply and EHS provided new signage. **REPEAT** -1- |
|
15
|
0
|
Food separated & protected |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed boxes of unwashed tomatoes and avocados stored over RTE Romaine lettuce and mozzarella cheese and unwashed corn stored over RTE wings in WIC. -CDI- PIC corrected storage order. -0-
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation |
|
20
|
0
|
Proper cooling time & temperatures |
Yes |
No
|
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 cut lettuce prepared more than 4 hours ago 47F and housemade ranch containing buttermilk at 49F. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded items. -0-
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 . |
|
22
|
3
|
Proper cold holding temperatures |
No |
Yes
|
No |
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P- Observed items in salad station above 41F. Refer to temperature chart. Observed ambient air of unit at 48F. Observed housemade blue cheese dressings in sauce cooler between 42-43F. Observed housemade sauces at sauce station above 41F. Refer to temperature chart. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded items. Facility to hold items on ice bath until repairs can be made. **3 DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED** -3-
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 . |
|
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 cut lettuce and housemade ranch containing buttermilk that did not meet cooling parameters. Cut lettuce and ranch were observed cooling in large plastic containers with lids. Observed cut portioned chicken cooling in large metal container, filled to the top in individual plastic bags on top of each other with no air flow. Observed housemade chili sauce containing cooked onions cooling at a low rate. Housemade chili was found cooling in a large bowl with no active stirring. -CDI- EHS educated PIC on proper cooling methods and PIC discarded items that did not meet cooling parameters and separated other items into smaller containers and placed in freezer 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 . |
|
38
|
0
|
Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals |
No |
No
|
No |
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Observed doors open. Facility has fly fans on garage-style doors, but not regular doors.
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed flying pests throughout the kitchen area. -0- |
|
40
|
0
|
Personal cleanliness |
No |
No
|
No |
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed food employee with no protective head covering. -0- |
|
43
|
0
|
In-use utensils: properly stored |
Yes |
No
|
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 handles of cooking equipment throughout. -CDI- EHS educated PIC on proper storage and PIC relocated items. -0- |
|
44
|
0
|
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled |
No |
No
|
No |
4-901.11 (B) After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils may not be cloth dried. Observed food employee cloth drying clean dishes. -CDI- EHS educated PIC on using air drying techniques. -0- |
|
47
|
0
|
Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used |
No |
No
|
No |
4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed cutting boards in need of replacement. -0- |
|
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 dust/debris buildup on top of dish machine. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. -0- |
|
51
|
1
|
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices |
No |
Yes
|
No |
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed water leaking from handle at handsink at FOH. Observed loose cold handle at handsink at dishpit area. Repair. **REPEAT** -1- |
|
54
|
0
|
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained |
Yes |
No
|
No |
5-501.16 (C )Provide waste bins in required areas including at handwash sinks. Observed 2 handsink with no waste bins. -CDI- PIC placed waste bins at dumpsters. -0- |
|
56
|
1
|
Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee personal items stored on prep table. Observed employee water bottle stored with clean dishes. -CDI- PIC relocated items. **REPEAT** -1- |