| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
15
|
1.50
|
Food separated & protected |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P
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 one (1) pan of raw fish and one (1) pan of cut steak placed above ready to eat food in RIC. Observed one (1) opened package of raw chorizo stored above sealed whole muscle meat in reach in freezer. Observed two (2) pans of hamburger placed above sealed whole muscle meat in WIC. CDI - PIC and staff reorganized storage order over course of inspection. EHS provided storage order charts in English and Spanish.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation |
|
23
|
0
|
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 24hrs. -Pf Observed one (1) bin of thawing taquitos in RIC with no date mark. All other TCS non date mark exempt foods were properly marked. CDI - PIC confirmed taquitos had been repackaged on day of inspection. Date mark was affixed to bin.
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 |
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed one (1) spray bottle of cleaner, used to clean tables, with no label. CDI - EHS labeled bottle with dry erase marker.
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Observed four (4) cans of butane fuel stored above prep table and four (4) additional cans stored above food in dry storage. CDI - PIC and EHS rotated butane cans to lower storage to prevent potential contamination.
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 one (1) can of household use fly spray. Per conversation with PIC, facility has a contracted pest controller (approximately four(4) flies were observed in front dining area). CDI - PIC voluntarily disposed of unapproved pesticide. Utilize approved methods and/or licensed pest controller. |
|
37
|
0
|
Food properly labeled: original container |
Yes |
No
|
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 approximately seven (7) non TCS sauce bottles (ketchup, mayo, ranch, etc.) with no labeling. CDI - PIC directed employee to affix labels to bottles. |
|
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 one (1) packaged box of uncut lettuce on dry floor of WIC. CDI - PIC elevated food to available shelving. |
|
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 one (1) employee engaged in food prep (empanada preparation) with bracelet on. Remove all jewelry other than plain wedding bands before engaging in food prep. |
|
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 one (1) bowl stored in rice cooker with rice.
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 one (1) bowl stored in bin of floor in dry storage area .
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 one (1) knife stored between crevice of prep unit and prep table. CDI - PIC rotated knife to 3 compartment sink. |
|
44
|
0
|
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled |
Yes |
No
|
No |
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed two (2) wet stacked pans stored as clean above 3 compartment sink. CDI - EHS separated pans to allow for more effective air drying. |
|
45
|
0
|
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
4-903.11(C ) Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. Observed one (1) stack of to go trays at prep shelving with exposed food contact surface. CDI - PIC inverted to go boxes to prevent potential contamination. |
|
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 active dripping from central vent of WIC. No food was stored beneath dripping water. Per conversation with PIC, repair personnel will fix dripping vent within 24 hours. |
|
48
|
0.50
|
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips |
No |
No
|
No |
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf Observed no test kit available for in use QAC sanitizer. EHS observed unused sanitizer in 3 compartment basin at concentration of approximately 50 ppm. Sanitizer was drained and replaced with concentrated sanitizer prior to use. A verification of test kit availability will occur no later than 07/19/2024. |
|
54
|
0
|
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained |
No |
No
|
No |
5-501.111 Keep storage areas and bins for waste in good repair. Observed one (1) heavily bent and dented lid on dumpster. Contact waste management company/landlord to repair or replace damaged dumpster components. |
|
55
|
0
|
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean |
No |
No
|
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. Observed absorbent material in ceilings of dry storage area. Replace absorbent materials as needed. |
|
56
|
0
|
Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used |
No |
No
|
No |
6-303.11 Provide required lighting intensity. Observed one (1) dead but properly shielded light above grill line. Replace as needed. |