| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
16
|
1.50
|
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized |
No |
No
|
Yes |
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY Observed dish machine with empty container of chlorine sanitizing solution and no back up containers of solution on sight. PIC stated that the owner should be bringing more dish washer chemicals tomorrow or something this week. Observed a 3 comp sink with a quat sanitizer compartment testing at accurate levels and will be used to sanitize all equipment and utensils until chemicals for dishwasher are delivered. VR required within 3 days to verify chemicals are obtained. |
|
20
|
1.50
|
Proper cooling time & temperatures |
Yes |
No
|
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.
For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety 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 . Observed two large batches of birria sauce in plastic containers cooling in WIC from the night prior with temperatures above 41F. Observed shredded meat cooked the day prior in RI unit with temperatures above 41F. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded birria sauce and shredded meat |
|
23
|
1.50
|
Proper date marking & disposition |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf For more information, please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs . Observed no dates on products in fliptop pizza unit or fliptop sandwich/salad unit. PIC stated that the products were cut/ prepared yesterday and some the day prior. PIC stated the days products were prepared CDI: PIC date marked all items.
3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P For more information, please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs . Observed batch of cooked wings in chest RI cooler and batch of wings in WIC both with preparation date of 01/20/2022. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded both batches of wings. |
|
28
|
0
|
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
7-207.11 (B) Store labeled, employee medications to prevent contamination of food, equipment, and other food service related items. -P Observed bottle of acetaminophen medication being stored on drying rack where dishes were kept. CDI: PIC relocated medication to first aid box.
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 container of pesticide not for commercial food use being stored near can wash. PIC stated that they have a regular approved pest control company and EHS confirmed this through invoiced. CDI: Pesticides removed from premises. |
|
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 For more information, please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety 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 . Observed two large batches of birria sauce cooling from the night before in WIC in deep plastic containers and covered with lid. Observed large batch of shredded meat cooling from the night before in fliptop RI cooler. REPEAT CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded products and education was provided about effective cooling methods. |
|
42
|
0
|
Washing fruits & vegetables |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-302.15 Wash fruits and vegetables prior to use. Observed avocados in fliptop unit with stickers still intact. CDI: PIC instructed to wash avocados and remove stickers during that wash before use. |
|
44
|
0.50
|
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled |
No |
No
|
No |
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed multiple pans and containers wet stacked in dish area. |
|
45
|
0
|
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used |
Yes |
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 Styrofoam cups being stored on floor behind counter. CDI: PIC moved box to a shelf. |
|
55
|
0
|
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean |
No |
No
|
No |
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 dust accumulating on ceiling at cook line. |