| 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 not use a barrier to turn off faucet thus recontaminating hands. -CDI- EHS educated food employee on using a barrier to turn off faucet and food employee rewashed hands. -0- |
|
15
|
0
|
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- Observed raw salmon stored over mac and cheese and apple pie on speed rack in WIC. -CDI- PIC corrected storage order. -0-
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation |
|
23
|
1.50
|
Proper date marking & disposition |
Yes |
No
|
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 tofu, noodles, sausage, and chicken in RIC and prep units with no dates. -CDI- PIC properly labeled items. -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 . |
|
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 cut melon and Mac and cheese cooling in WIC in densely packed containers with lids. -CDI- EHS educated PIC on proper cooling methods and lids were removed and items separated into smaller quantities to facilitate rapid cooling. -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 . |
|
35
|
0
|
Approved thawing methods used |
No |
No
|
Yes |
3-501.13 (E ) Reduced oxygen packaged fish, required to be kept frozen until time of use per labeling, shall be removed from the reduced oxygen environment prior to thawing under refrigeration or upon completion of thawing using running water. Observed tilapia thawing in ROP environment. -0- |
|
38
|
0
|
Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals |
No |
No
|
No |
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed flying pests in BOH area. -0- |
|
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 container of raw meat stored on floor in WIF. -0- |
|
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./4-903.11(B)(1) Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows for air drying. Observed clean dishes wet stacked. -CDI- PIC moved items to dishpit to be W/R/S. -0- |
|
47
|
0
|
Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed cutting board in need of replacement. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded.
4-101.11 (A) - (E ) Food contact surfaces shall be (A) Safe P, (B) Durable, Corrosion-Resistant, (C ) sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated washing (D) Smooth and easily cleanable, and (E) Resistant to damage. Observed some large plastic containers used for storing sauces in need of replacement due to no longer being smooth and easily cleanable. -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 exterior surfaces of some RI units and ice machine at BOH in need of cleaning. Observed NFCS of flour machine in need of cleaning. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. -0- |
|
55
|
0.50
|
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./6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed some floor tiles in need of repair. Observed batteries starting to die at soap dispenser at handsink at FOH **REPEAT** -0.5-
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 dust buildup on paper towel dispensers. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. |