| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
1
|
0
|
PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties |
Yes |
No
|
No |
2-102.11 (A) - (C )(1), (4)-(16) The Person in charge shall demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, application of HACCP principles, and the requirements of this code by (A) Complying with the Food Code by having no violations of Priority Items during the current inspection, (B) Being a certified food protection manager, or (C) by responding correctly to the inspector's questions related to the operation of the food establishment. -Pf.- Observed several priority item violations during inspection. -CDI- EHS educated PIC on PIC duties. -0-
Please visit our resource page, https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation, for more food safety information related to PIC Duties, Training, and managing food safety. |
|
8
|
2
|
Hands clean & properly washed |
Yes |
No
|
No |
2-301.12 (A),(B) Wash hands for at least 20 seconds. Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 10 to 15 seconds, rinse, and immediately follow the cleaning procedure with thorough hand drying method (ex. Disposable Paper Towel). -P- Observed two food employees wash hands for less than 20 seconds. -CDI- EHS educated food employees on proper handwashing and food employees rewashed hands. -2-
For more information on handwashing, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following web link, https://youtu.be/BH6CLGrH10M .
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P- Observed 3 food employees wash hands and not use a barrier to turn off the faucet. Observed food employee return to work station from outside without washing hands. -CDI- EHS educated food employees on using a barrier to turn off faucet and food employees rewashed hands. EHS educated other food employee on when to wash and food employee washed hands.
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P- Observed food employee empty trash can and return to food prep. -CDI- EHS intervened and educated PIC on when to wash and food employee washed hands. -0- |
|
9
|
2
|
No bare hand contact with RTE foods or pre- approved alternate procedure properly followed |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-301.11(B) Do not contact exposed ready-to-eat food with bare hands. Use suitable utensils, single-use gloves or dispensing equipment. -P- Observed PIC touch RTE chicken wings with bare hands to check temperature. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded. -2-
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following web link: Handwashing and No Barehand Contact https://youtu.be/BH6CLGrH10M |
|
10
|
0
|
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible |
Yes |
No
|
No |
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing -Pf.- Observed ice cubes in handwashing sink. Observed food employee dump ice in handwashing sink. -CDI- EHS educated PIC on proper use of handwashing sink.
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf- Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink. -CDI- PIC replenished paper towel supply. -0- |
|
15
|
3
|
Food separated & protected |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P- Observed raw fish stored over RTE to chicken wings in WIC. -CDI- PIC corrected storage order. **REPEAT** -3-
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation |
|
16
|
0
|
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized |
Yes |
No
|
No |
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf.- Observed food debris and greasy residue on dishes stored as clean. -CDI- PIC moved items to dish pit to be W/R/S. -0-
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg , How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY , and Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 . |
|
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.- Observed two containers of chicken wings prepared more than 2hours ago above 70F. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded. -1.5-
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 . |
|
22
|
3
|
Proper cold holding temperatures |
No |
Yes
|
No |
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P- Observed items in prep unit, RIC and WIC above 41F. Refer to temperature chart. Observed ambient air of prep unit at 48F and WIC at 48F. -CDI- PIC placed items prepared today in freezer to cool back down. PIC will maintain items in prep unit on time and items in WIC were moved to freezer or RI unit until repairs can be made. **3 DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED** **REPEAT** -3-
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 . |
|
24
|
0
|
Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.19 (A) (1) Written procedures for Time as a Public Health Control shall be prepared in advance, maintained in the establishment, and made available for the Health Department upon request. Written TPHC procedures must specify methods of compliance with 3-501.19 (B) or (C). -Pf.- Observed no written TPHC procedures for items being held on time. -CDI- EHS provided TPHC procedures to PIC and assisted in filling out form. -0-
TPHC procedure template may be found at: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation |
|
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 toxic spray bottles with no labels. -CDI- PIC properly labeled items. -0-
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 a bottle of hot shot. -CDI- PIC discarded. |
|
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- Observed two containers of chicken wings prepared today cooling in large plastic container in WIC stacked on top of each other and filled to the top that did not meet cooling parameters. -CDI- EHS educated PIC on proper cooling methods and PIC voluntarily discarded items that did not properly cool. **REPEAT** -1-
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 . |
|
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 water pipe line of ice machine stored inside of ice machine touching ice. -0- |
|
40
|
0
|
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 employees engaging in food prep with bracelets and rings. -0- |
|
43
|
0
|
In-use utensils: properly stored |
Yes |
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 in-use utensils stored under grill. -CDI- PIC relocated items. -0-
3-304.12 (B) In-use utensils for food that is not TCS must be stored with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice in ice machine. |
|
44
|
0
|
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled |
No |
No
|
No |
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed wet stacking and standing water with dishes stored as clean. -0- |
|
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 water line pipe stored inside of ice machine touching ice due to not functioning if stored outside of machine. Repair or replace. -0- |
|
49
|
0
|
Non-food contact surfaces clean |
No |
No
|
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 dark buildup on drink machine on NFCS. Observed buildup/food residue around and on sides of cooking equipment, especially in hard to reach areas. Observed food debris inside of RIC, prep, cold drawers and WIC units. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. -0- |
|
53
|
0
|
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned |
No |
No
|
No |
5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed no covered waste bin in female restroom. -0- |
|
54
|
0.50
|
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained |
No |
Yes
|
No |
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed opened lids and doors on waste receptacles. **REPEAT** -0.5- |
|
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 food debris on floors and walls especially under and behind equipment. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. -0- |
|
56
|
0
|
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 personal items stored on prep tables and above retail items throughout. -0- |