| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
10
|
2
|
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
REPEAT.
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf.
Observed soiled utensil in hand sink basin.
CDI- Utensil remove, basin sanitized. (-2) |
|
15
|
0
|
Food separated & protected |
Yes |
No
|
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.
Observed raw shell eggs beside raw chicken wings in lowboy.
CDI- Chicken wings relocated. (-0) |
|
16
|
3
|
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
REPEAT.
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf.
Observed mixer and vertical grinder with food debris. Also observed two knives in knife box with food debris on blades.
CDI- Mixers and grinder broken down and W/R/S. Knives returned to wash basin of 3 comp sink. (-3)
4-602.12 (B) The cavities and door seals of microwave ovens shall be cleaned at least every 24 hours by using the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure
Observed food debris and splatter inside microwave. Mat inside is no longer smooth and cleanable- remove stained mat from use. |
|
23
|
0
|
Proper date marking & disposition |
Yes |
No
|
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 food cooling form ambient after can opened this morning, dated for 08/05.
CDI- PIC removes incorrect date mark and labels cooling item for today, 08/07. (-0) |
|
24
|
1.50
|
Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.19(B)(3) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall be marked to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. Pf
3-501.19(B)(4)(5)Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. The food shall be discarded after the food has completed its 4 hour hold time, if the food is in unmarked containers, or marked with a time that exceeds the 4 hour time limit. -P
Observed lettuce wrap with steamed shrimp on front prep counter being held at ambient temperature and no time label or date mark. PIC states they will remain at room temp for 2 hours before being moved into the cooler display case.
CDI- PIC labels properly for TPHC and affirms they will dispose product at end of 4 hour window. EHS discusses with PIC/GM that a mix of holding on time and in cold holding is not allowed. Choose a holding method and execute it fully to achieve safety compliance. (-1.5) |
|
27
|
0
|
Food additives: approved & properly used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-202.12 Food may not contain unapproved food additives or additives exceeding levels generally recognized as safe (GRAS) as specified in 21 CFR 181-186. -P
EHS observed bottle of Amyl Acetate flavoring with only the ingredient in English, but no readable information on if product is food grade or safe dosing/use information.
CDI- PIC removes all bottles from the usable additive supply on shelf and states they will discontinue use for all customer products. Product not disposed of- PIC takes personal possession of items. (-0) |
|
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 spray bottle labeled mislabeled as bleach which was actually quat mixture.
CDI- PIC labels bottle accurately. (-0) |
|
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 pork cooling on prep counter in ice bath at 10:15am temping 87F. 1.5 hours later, EHS observed pork still on counter with no decrease in temperature.
CDI- Pork brought to WIC to finish cooling. (-0.5) |
|
35
|
0.50
|
Approved thawing methods used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.13 (A), (B), (C ) Use approved thawing methods. Pf
Observed raw shrimp and meat being thawed on prep counter.
CDI- EHS explains proper thawing methods. Items returned to thaw in WIC. (-0.5) |
|
40
|
0.50
|
Personal cleanliness |
No |
No
|
No |
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed.
Observed food handler wearing large watch. (-0.5) |
|
41
|
0
|
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-304.14(E) Store sanitizer containers used for wet wiping cloths off the floor and to prevent contamination of food, equipment, and utensils.
Observed sani-bucket with wiping cloths on floor near 3 comp sink.
CDI- Bucket brought off floor and onto prep counter which is not near food prep or storage. (-0) |
|
49
|
0.50
|
Non-food contact surfaces clean |
No |
Yes
|
No |
REPEAT.
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 gaskets inside many lowboys in need of cleaning. Severe accumulation of food debris and dark residue observed. (-0.5) |
|
56
|
0.50
|
Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used |
No |
No
|
No |
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions.
Observed employee personal hygiene item on top of hand sink dispenser and employee cell phone on prep top.
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 many employee beverage containers without lids sitting on prep counter near food prep. (-0.5) |