| 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 multiple risk factor violations during inspection, PIC with no CFPM, and PIC not able to answer inspector’s questions such as ingredients of food items or preparation dates. When EHS was showing PIC temperatures of out items above 41F, PIC asked what the appropriate temperatures were. -CDI- EHS educated PIC on duties. -0-
Please visit our resource page, www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety, for more food safety information related to PIC Duties, Training, and managing food safety. |
|
2
|
1
|
Certified Food Protection Manager |
No |
Yes
|
No |
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM present at time of inspection. **REPEAT** -1-
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety |
|
3
|
2
|
Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
2-103.11(O) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure. -Pf- Observed PIC not able to answer EHS’ questions about foodborne illness. -CDI- EHS educated and provided PIC with form. **REPEAT** -2-
For more information on employee health policy, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety |
|
10
|
0
|
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible |
Yes |
No
|
No |
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf- Observed no paper towels at handsink. -CDI- PIC provided napkins. -0- |
|
15
|
3
|
Food separated & protected |
No |
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 tilapia stored over RTE shrimp and octopus in lowboy cooler. Observed raw chorizo stored over tortillas in RIC. -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
|
1.50
|
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P- Observed sanitizer so strong that it started to white out test strip. -CDI- EHS educated PIC on how to prepare sanitizer and PIC diluted to 200ppm.
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 and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY
4-602.11 (A) (4) Food contact surface of a thermometer shall be cleaned, and sanitized per 4-702.11/4-703.11, before using or storing. -P.- Observed thermometer stored as clean with visible food debris. -CDI- EHS educated PIC on cleaning frequency and PIC cleaned thermometer. **REPEAT** -1.5- |
|
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- Observed multiple items in prep unit and RIC above 41F. Observed ambient air of units above 41F. Refer to temperature chart. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded items above 41F. **3 DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED BY 10/19/26** **IS BEING ISSUED TODAY** -1.5-
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
|
1.50
|
Proper date marking & disposition |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
3-501.17 (A) or (B) Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and are to be held for more than 24 hours. -Pf. Establish a date marking system consistent with 3-501.17 (A) or (B). Additional date marking system options are found in 3-501.17 (D)./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 no date marks on any TCS items such as cooked shrimp, cooked octopus, pulled chicken, birria, birria consome, housemade red salsa (tomato based), chickpeas, etc. Per PIC, all items were prepared on 10/11. -CDI- PIC properly date marked items. **REPEAT** -1.5- **IF NO IMPROVEMENT NOTED AT FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION, RCP TO BE IMPLEMENTED**
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 spray bottle with no label. Per PIC, contents were degreaser. -CDI- PIC properly labeled items. -0- |
|
37
|
1
|
Food properly labeled: original container |
No |
Yes
|
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 labels missing on squeeze bottles and shakers. **REPEAT** -1- |
|
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 PIC engaging in food prep with wrist watch.
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed PIC engaging in food prep with no protective head covering. -0- |
|
42
|
0.50
|
Washing fruits & vegetables |
No |
Yes
|
No |
3-302.15 Wash fruits and vegetables prior to use. Observed unwashed lettuce head and cilantro. Per permit conditions, “ALL FOODS MUST BE WASHED AND PREPPED IN COMMISSARY KITCHEN AND PLACED ON MFU READY TO EAT OR COOK”. -0.5- **REPEATED VIOLATIONS WILL RESULT IN PERMIT ACTION** **REPEAT** |
|
44
|
0.50
|
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled |
No |
Yes
|
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 clean cutting boards and other clean dishes stored behind faucets of 3-comp sink. **REPEAT** -0.5- |
|
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 1 prep unit not in use due to not functioning. Repair or replace. -0-
4-101.19/4-202.16 Non FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other FOOD soiling or that require frequent
cleaning shall be constructed of a CORROSION-RESISTANT, nonabsorbent, and SMOOTH material. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES shall be free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance. Observed wood shelving above prep unit near door used to hold to go plates. |
|
49
|
0.50
|
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 fronts and sides of refrigeration and cooking equipment in need of cleaning. Observed greasy residue on outsides of spice and squeeze bottles. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. **REPEAT** -0.5- |
|
55
|
1
|
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean |
No |
Yes
|
No |
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./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 walls near 3-comp sink in need of cleaning. Observed floors in hard to reach areas like between stove and RIC in need of cleaning. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. **REPEAT** -1- |
|
56
|
0.50
|
Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used |
No |
Yes
|
No |
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee food and drinks stored over retail items in lowboy, retail items were also stored inside of container with employee items. **REPEAT** -0.5- |