| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
8
|
2
|
Hands clean & properly washed |
Yes |
No
|
No |
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P Observed employee relocate nail clippers when go back to food preparation without a handwashing. CDI: PIC instructed employee to wash hands. |
|
10
|
0
|
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible |
Yes |
No
|
No |
5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Observed handling blocked by garbage can. CDI: PIC relocated garbage can to make sink accessible. |
|
15
|
0
|
Food separated & protected |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed raw lobster tail being stored over unwashed potatoes in WIC. CDI: PIC rearranged storage order.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation |
|
21
|
3
|
Proper hot holding temperatures |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Observed multiple garlic sauces below 135F in hot holding equipment. PIC stated that the equipment was not turned on and items were placed in HH ann hour prior. REPEAT CDI: Items reheated to 165F and equipment turned on.
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 . |
|
22
|
0
|
Proper cold holding temperatures |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed multiple items in fliptop and RI units with temperatures above 41F. PIC stated that items were in equipment overnight but that an employee left equipment open for extended amount of time. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded items above 41F and equipment temperature measured 28F by end of inspection.
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 . |
|
23
|
3
|
Proper date marking & disposition |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it has not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P The PIC should train and assign staff to monitor date marking to prevent the use of food products that are no longer in compliance with 3-501.17 (A), (B), or (C) Observed multiple items in fliptop/RI and WIC without date marks such as rice, cooked goat, milk, cashew sauce, lentils. PIC stated that items were prepared yesterday. REPEAT. CDI: PIC instructed employee to date mark items appropriately.
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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs . |
|
29
|
1
|
Compliance with variance, specialized process, reduced oxygen packaging criteria or HACCP plan |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-502.11 Obtain a variance for specialized processes.-Pf Observed house made yogurt in facility. PIC stated that they leave it out over night with yogurt starter then put it in WIC for storage. Facility does not have an approved HACCP plan for fermentation. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded yogurt and stated that the facility will start buying commercially packaged yogurt instead of making it in house.
For more information on how to apply for a variance please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation |
|
32
|
1
|
Variance obtained for specialized processing methods |
Yes |
No
|
No |
8-103.11 Provide the required information to obtain a variance to the regulatory authority.-Pf Observed no approved HACCP plan or variance in facility for fermentation. CDI: PIC stated that they will stop fermenting yogurt in house and will buy commercially packaged. Yogurt discarded.
For more information on how to request a variance please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety |
|
40
|
0
|
Personal cleanliness |
Yes |
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 without hair restraint. CDI: Employee donned hair restraint. |
|
44
|
0
|
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled |
Yes |
No
|
No |
4-903.11 (A) Store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens 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 metal rodent trap box being stored inside a pot in dry storage area. CDI: trap box removed and pot taken to dish washer to be W/R/S. |
|
48
|
0.50
|
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips |
No |
No
|
Yes |
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf Observed dish machine without test strips available. PIC stated that he will obtain test strips. Verification visit required to ensure test kit is obtained. |
|
49
|
1
|
Non-food contact surfaces clean |
No |
Yes
|
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 build up of food debris on equipment .Clean exterior of burners, fryers, hot-holding units, and shelving in kitchen area. Repeat. |
|
55
|
1
|
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean |
No |
Yes
|
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 splash and debris build up on ceiling and walls throughout facility. clean for frequently. REPEAT
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 multiple absorbent ceiling tiles in place in kitchen ceiling. Replace with approved non-absorbent material. |
|
56
|
0.50
|
Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed nail clippers being stored on shelf above prep table. CDI: nail clippers relocated.
6-403.11 (A)Areas designated for employees to eat and drink, shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, single service/use items are protected from contamination. Observed two employee drinks stored on prep tables. CDI: PIC relocated drinks to a designated area. |