| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
5
|
0.50
|
Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf Observed no written procedures were cleaning vomit/diarrheal events. PIC stated previous EHS emailed procedures, but procedures were never printed. CDI-EHS provided printed copy of approved V/D procedures.
For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety |
|
15
|
3
|
Food separated & protected |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display. -P. For more information on food storage order please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety Observed raw shell eggs stored over spring mix. CDI-PIC moved eggs to a lower shelf. |
|
19
|
1.50
|
Proper reheating procedures for hot holding |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-403.11 (A),(D) Reheat all TCS foods to 165F within 2 hours if food is to be hot held until service. -P Observed portioned soups that are removed from cold holding and placed in warmer. Warmer does not have the ability to reach 165F. Soups were 127-131F. CDI-EHS discussed proper reheating for hot holding with PIC and PIC voluntarily discarded soups. |
|
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: 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 . Observed chicken wings, turkey necks, and crispy chicken that was cooked previous evening that never reached 41F or less within 6 hours. PIC stated it is the responsibility of the evening staff to ensure cooling temperatures are met. There is no cooling log maintained. CDI-EHS recommends cooling logs and improved cooling methods. PIC voluntarily discarded TCS foods that did not cool to 41F or below within 6 hours. |
|
21
|
0
|
Proper hot holding temperatures |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P 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 . Observed soups in warmer at 127-131F. CDI-EHS discussed hot holding requirements with PIC and PIC stated in the future they will switch back to just cold holding soups and microwaving portions when needed. PIC voluntarily discarded soups that were hot held below 135F. |
|
22
|
1.50
|
Proper cold holding temperatures |
No |
No
|
Yes |
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P 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 . Observed TCS foods in WIC ranging from 43F-46F. Ambient temperature of cooler was 51F. Temperature of WIC did not drop during inspection. PIC voluntarily closed establishment until repairs can be made and WIC is fully operational. EHS instructed PIC to call once repairs are made. VR is required within 3 days. PIC voluntarily discarded all TCS foods that were in WIC, except a box of frozen fish and a box of turkey necks that had been placed in the WIC to thaw. |
|
23
|
0
|
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: 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 .
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: 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 .
Observed cooked mixed vegetables from 5/3, cooked wings datemarked 5/3 but PIC stated they were cooked 5/16, TCS onion sauce datemarked 3/20 but PIC stated it was prepared 5/16. There were other prepared foods that had been frozen and pulled to thaw today with no date marks. The mixed vegetables were voluntarily discarded by PIC and all other items were given accurate date marks. |
|
28
|
0
|
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
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 household pesticides stored on shelf with other used chemicals. CDI-PIC removed household spray from the facility. |
|
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 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 . Observed two types of chicken and turkey necks cooling in tightly covered containers. All items had mixed cooling window. CDI-PIC voluntarily discarded foods that did not quickly cool and EHS recommended the use of vented pans and ice wands. |
|
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 squeeze bottles, shakers and small Tupperware container with various liquids and spices. CDI-Employee added labels to all containers. |
|
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 flying pests inside WIC and kitchen prep area. Increase pest control. |
|
39
|
0
|
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display |
No |
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 dry rice stored in a plastic container, directly on the ground. |
|
43
|
0.50
|
In-use utensils: properly stored |
No |
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 used to pick up fried foods stored on handles of fry baskets.
3-304.12 (F) Containers of water used for storing in-use utensils must be maintained at a temperature of at least 135 F and cleaned at least every 24 hours or when container has accumulated soil or residue. Observed large spoon used to scoop rice stored in a jug of water at 90F. |
|
47
|
0
|
Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used |
No |
No
|
No |
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed ice machine that was not functional. PIC stated the compressor had gone out. |
|
55
|
0
|
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean |
No |
No
|
No |
6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed hole in flooring behind ice machine and dishwasher.
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 buildup on walls and ac vent cover. Increase cleaning frequency. |