| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
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 turkey sausage, diced tomatoes, and ham cold holding in reach in unit at temperatures between 53F and 54F. CDI - Items were discarded and reach in unit has been taken out of service. PIC has been advised to conduct frequent temperature checks of all holding equipment to ensure compliance. -1.5 points-
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 is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P Observed cooked onions with a discard date of 7/28, cut spinach with a discard date of 8/2, and salsa with a discard date of 8/8 in flip top cooler. CDI - All items were discarded. PIC has been advised to review stock frequently and dispose of items that have exceeded time/temperature window. -REPEAT- -3 points-
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 . |
|
28
|
0
|
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed unlabeled spray bottle of unknow substance hanging on handwashing sink. CDI - Contents were identified to be bleach sanitizer. Spray bottle was labeled. -0 points- |
|
33
|
0.50
|
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 Observed tightly wrapped bowls of cut watermelon and cut cantaloupe cooling in walk in cooler. CDI - Items were unwrapped to allow cold air to circulate in and around food. -0.5 points-
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 |
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed abundance of roaches and roach nesting areas near coffee station in corner of kitchen. Items, such as paper coffee cups, lids, and shelf linings, were discarded. Establishment has contracted pest control service with Ecolab. PIC has been advised to control infestation immediately. -1 point- |
|
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 head of romaine lettuce stored behind pull out refrigerated drawer and making contact with unsanitary area. CDI - Items were discarded and refrigeration unit was cleaned. -0 points- |
|
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 employee preparing food while wearing a wrist watch. -REPEAT- -0.5 points- |
|
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 numerous kitchen appliances out of order and not working. Observed in-use reach in cooler unable to maintain proper cold holding temperatures of TCS foods. Repair/replace equipment. -REPEAT- -1 point- |
|
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 heavy food debris, splash, and residues on insides of reach in coolers, refrigerated drawers, and on sides of equipment. Recommend higher frequency and more thorough cleaning. -REPEAT- -1 point- |