| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
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 PIC without ANSI accredited food protection manager certification.
Repeat
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety |
|
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 fryer baskets and tongs in need of cleaning. CDI sink cleared to move baskets in sink for cleaning.
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 .
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 that had a soiled cover and interior on stem was soiled with build up. CDI item moved to sink to clean. |
|
22
|
1.50
|
Proper cold holding temperatures |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P
Observed a case of raw chicken in reach in at 48F. PIC stated they received two thawed and two frozen cases from prestige farms. PIC stated he is unsure what temperature the chicken was received and assumed it was cold since he saw there was ice on the frozen product. PIC states items were in the unit since yesterday and was not used this morning for their large order. CDI case of chicken discarded.
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 . |
|
28
|
1
|
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
7-204.11 Sanitizers, Criteria - Chemicals.-P
Observed facility using lemon and floral scented bleach solutions to sanitize food contact surfaces. CDI plain non scented bleached solution purchased. |
|
35
|
1
|
Approved thawing methods used |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
3-501.13 (A), (B), (C ) Use approved thawing methods. Pf shall be thawed: (A) Under refrigeration that maintains the FOOD temperature at (41oF) or less; Pf
Observed box of chicken wings that were sitting in the 3 comp sink thawing with flies coming from product. PIC stated wings were thawing in the sink since 1pm. Chicken wings were still frozen on the inside and exterior at 42F. CDI placed wings in reach in unit to complete thawing. Told PIC due fly issue it would be best to only thaw in reach in unit until pest issue is under control. Repeat. |
|
38
|
2
|
Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals |
No |
Yes
|
No |
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed flies everywhere throughout the facility. Suggest facility have pest control come out weekly and ensure frequent cleaning of facility and not leave food out for harborage. Repeat. |
|
48
|
0
|
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips |
No |
No
|
No |
4-501.16 (B) Warewashing sinks used to wash produce or thaw food shall be cleaned and sanitized before and after each use.
Observed chicken thawing in 3 comp sink while clean dishes stored on drainboards. Educated PIC to ensure the 3 comp sink is emptied and washed rinsed and sanitized before using to thaw or prep raw chicken and again before using to wash dishes. |
|
49
|
1
|
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 buildup shelving, interior of reach in units where Chicken juice is pooled at the bottom, exterior of storage containers, 3 comp sink, handsink, chest freezer and many other locations. Clean often enough to prevent buildup. Repeat. |
|
55
|
0.50
|
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean |
No |
Yes
|
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 floors, walls, ceilings, dispensers, light fixtures, vents, and attachments all in need of cleaning.
Repeat |
|
56
|
0
|
Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used |
No |
No
|
No |
6-202.11 Shield the lights or provide shatter-resistant bulbs in areas of exposed food, equipment, utensils, linens or single-use articles. Observed missing light shrills over fryer area. |