| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
8
|
0
|
Hands clean & properly washed |
Yes |
No
|
No |
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. - P. Observed food employee wash hands and then re-contaminate them on faucet handles. CDI - Employee coached and hands re-washed. -0- |
|
15
|
0
|
Food separated & protected |
No |
No
|
No |
3-302.11 (A)(4) Except when the food is being cooled, store food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings. Observed several uncovered foods inside the walk-in cooler. -0- |
|
16
|
1.50
|
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized |
No |
No
|
No |
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. - P. Observed dish machine sanitizing at 0 P.P.M. Chlorine solution. Employees and PIC state that the machine was not used today but has been primary source of dish washing. PIC explained that they are unable to request for repairs as the machine is leased under ECOLAB and still under ownership of prior entity. Acquisition for the equipment is currently pending. EHS advised to not use the equipment and instead W/R/S at the 3-compartment sink until repairs have been completed. Observed violation is a track transitional item. Points deducted due to severity of the observation.***3-DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED BY NO LATER THAN 8/18/23. -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: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY. |
|
22
|
1.50
|
Proper cold holding temperatures |
No |
No
|
No |
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41 F or less. - P. Observed various TCS foods registering > 41 F inside of prep top and reach-in unit. Refer to temperature chart. Ambient temperature of unit read at 45 F. Employees present state that the foods were taken from the walk-in cooler and placed into unit at 11 am. CDI - All foods quickly relocated to walk-in cooler. EHS advised to discontinue use of unit until repairs completed. ***3-DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED BY NO LATER THAN 8/18/23. -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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ. |
|
23
|
1.50
|
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 24 hrs. - Pf. Observed various amounts of TCS foods such as rice, steamed and roasted vegetables, potatoes and an opened package of american cheese with out date marking inside of under counter reach-in and walk-in cooler. PIC and food employee present confirmed that the items were prepared and first used on Saturday and Sunday. CDI - PIC dated items and PIC was informed that next time food may need to be thrown out if not date marked.
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. Observed nargash held past 7 day requirement (8/2-8/8). CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded foods. -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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs. |
|
28
|
1
|
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. - P. Observed containers of stainless steel cleaners and air freshener stored above metal containers on shelving unit. No physical evidence of contamination observed. CDI - Chemicals removed. -1- |
|
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. Observed large batch of cooked rice in plastic container cooling in ambient temperatures. Food employee stated that food had been cooked > 30 minutes prior to inspection. CDI - Rice separated into two smaller portions on metal container and transferred to walk-in cooler to achieve cooling towards < 41 F. -0-
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
|
0
|
Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals |
Yes |
No
|
No |
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Observed exterior door leading into kitchen left open at beginning of inspection. CDI - Door closed. -0- |
|
43
|
0.50
|
In-use utensils: properly stored |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-304.12 (A) In-use utensils in TCS food, must be stored with handles above the food and top of the food container. Observed metal cup with out handle used to scoop dosa inside of reach-in unit. CDI - Cup removed.
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 plastic single service cup used as scoop for seasonings. CDI - Plastic containers removed. -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 under counter reach-in unit unable to maintain products < 41 F. Right door of said unit in need of repairs. Also observed damaged gasket at upright reach-in unit. -0- |
|
54
|
0
|
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained |
No |
No
|
No |
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed dumpster sliding door left open. -0- |
|
56
|
0
|
Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
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 personal beverage stored in pot inside of steam table. No foods stored in the area during this time. CDI - Beverage removed. -0- |