Blackwell Elementary School, 300 East 15th Street, Richmond, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations

September 28, 2009 (Routine)

Comments:
No violations cited at time of inspection.

June 08, 2009 (Routine)

Violations:

• 0570 - Corrected During Inspection Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  Ensure wet wiping cloths are stored in a chemical sanitizer at the proper concentration between use.
• 0610 - Corrected During Inspection Food stored on the floor or food stored less than 6" above the floor.
  Elevate food storage onto approved shelving with minimum 6" legs or casters.
• 0820 A 1 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Potato rounds hot holding at improper temperatures.
  Rapidly reheat the food to 165F and maintain at 135F or above through the hot holding period.
• 0820 A 2 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Pork and milk cold holding at improper temperatures
  Relocate food to a refrigeration unit that is capable of maintaining food storage at 41F or below. (Milk must be 45 F or lower.) Discard foods held above 41 F for over 4 hours. (Milk held above 45 F for over 4 hours.)
• 1770 C - Observed accumulations of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris on the following nonfood-food contact surfaces: exterior of ovens and the steamer.
  Clean and maintain the cleanness of the equipment.
• 3220 - Repeat Mops not hung up to air dry.
  Wet use maintenance items such as mops must be hung in a position that allows them to air dry so they are not allowed to grow contamination which can then be spread through the establishment at the next use.

April 28, 2009 (Routine)

Violation: 3220 - Repeat Mops not hung up to air dry.
Wet use maintenance items such as mops must be hung in a position that allows them to air dry so they are not allowed to grow contamination which can then be spread through the establishment at the next use.

September 23, 2008 (Routine)

Violations:

• 0200 - Corrected During Inspection Employees wearing jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food.
  Ensure employees are not wearing jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. This section does not apply to a plain ring such as a wedding band.
• 0570 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  Ensure wet wiping cloths are stored in a chemical sanitizer at the proper concentration between use.
• 0960 2 - Bread racks observed used as shelving.
  Remove bread racks from the facility and replace with approved shelving.
• 1770 C - Observed accumulations of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris on the following nonfood-food contact surfaces: tops of ovens.
  Clean and maintain cleanness of equipment.
• 2000 C - Single service items observed unprotected from contamination.
  Store single service items in its original protective packaging or inverted in an approved dispenser.
• 3220 - Corrected During Inspection Mops not hung up to air dry.
  Wet use maintenance items such as mops must be hung in a position that allows them to air dry so they are not allowed to grow contamination which can then be spread through the establishment at the next use.

May 13, 2008 (Routine)

Violations:

• 1770 A - Corrected During Inspection Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces Ice Scoop holder place on top of dusted surfaces were observed soiled to
  Clean and sanitize these surfaces for food contact. Ice Scoop before putting in side ice machine
• 2720 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Dumpster or outside refuse container was open or uncovered.
  Cover all waste containers when not in continuous use.
• 3200 - Ventilation systems near serving line are creating a public health hazard
  Clean ventilation systems so they do not create a public health hazard or nuisance or unlawful discharge

October 30, 2007 (Routine)

Violation: 1150 - The nonfood contact surface of up-turned bread rack is not designed or constructed to be easily cleanable.
Alter or replace this item to provide a surface that is free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices.

September 12, 2007 (Routine)

Violations:

• 0570 - Corrected During Inspection Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  Ensure wet wiping cloths are stored in a chemical sanitizer at the proper concentration between use.
• 0820 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Pancake on a stick hot holding at improper temperatures.
  Rapidly reheat the food to 165F and maintain at 140F or above through the hot holding period.
• 0820 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Tuna Salad cold holding at improper temperatures.
  Relocate food to a refrigeration unit that is capable of maintaining food storage at 41F or below.
• 0960 2 - Repeat Bread crates observed used as shelving.
  Remove bread crates from facility and replace with approved shelving.
• 1770 C - Repeat Observed accumulations of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris on the following nonfood-food contact surfaces: oven top, slicer, and can opener.
  Clean and maintain cleanness of equipment.
• 2720 - Repeat Dumpster or outside refuse container was open or uncovered.
  Cover all waste containers when not in continuous use.

Comments:
Renewal inspection conducted. Open violations will be corrected by the next scheduled inspection.

May 31, 2007 (Routine)

Violations:

• 1570 - The floor grate at the kettle was observed protruding above the floor.
  Repair the grate to restore a state of condition that allows for proper operation, accuracy, functioning, maintenance, and cleanability per Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter. If unable to repair the grate, replace it with one that meets the specifications of Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter.
• 1570 - Repeat Numerous pots were observed dented, scratched and pitted.
  Repair or replace the pots to restore a state of condition that allows for proper functioning, cleanability, maintenance and accuracy.
• 1720 - A sanitizer test kit is not being used to ensure the chemical sanitizing solution(s) are at the proper concentration.
  Use a quat ammonia chemical test kit to ensure the sanitizing solution is maintained at the proper solution.
• 1770 C - Corrected During Inspection Observed accumulations of food residue and debris on the can opener at the prep table near the warewashing area.
  Maintain nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment clean.
• 1770 C - Observed accumulation of food debris and miscellaneous items in the utensil drawers storing knives and spatulas.
  Clean utensils drawers and separate food contact equipment from miscellaneous items.
• 2000 - Corrected During Inspection Plastic & aluminum carry-out containers were observed stored on shelf unprotected from contamination.
  Store single service items in its original protective packaging or inverted in an approved dispenser.
• 2720 - Outside refuse container was open or uncovered. Extremely high for employees to close lid and dump trash. Step stool or elevation of some time is recommended.
  Cover all waste containers when not in continuous use.
• 3220 - Mops not hung up to air dry.
  Wet use maintenance items such as mops must be hung in a position that allows them to air dry so they are not allowed to grow contamination which can then be spread through the establishment at the next use.
• 3280 - Dead pest were found in the control device and on premises.
  Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests.

February 27, 2007 (Routine)

Violations:

• 0550 - Dispensing utensils improperly stored on styrofoam tray or counter between uses.
  Store in-use utensils or dispensing utensils in one of the following manners: 1) In the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container. 2) In food that is not potentially hazardous with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. 3) On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized every 4 hours. 4) In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain. 5) In a clean, protected location if the utensils are used only with a food that is not potentially hazardous. 6) In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 140F.
• 0830 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The ready-to-eat (RTE) commercially processed food in the refrigeration unit was not properly dated for disposition after opening.
  Mark a "consume by" date on commercially processed RTE foods at the time the original container is opened. If the food is held at 41F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar days . Some harmful bacteria continue to grow even at refrigeration temperatures so limiting the amount of time in storage limits the amount of growth allowed for these bacteria.
• 0960 2 - The bread racks used for shelving and lids of totes are not durable, nonabsorbent, easily cleanable, resistant to pitting.
  Repair or replace the items to permit easy cleaning and prevent the migration of deleterious substances, or transference of colors, odors, or tastes to food.
• 1570 - Mechanically vented hood filters not in good repair or have gaps in between filters.
  Repair or replace hood filters and/or eliminate gaps between filters.
• 1570 - Steam pans and sheet pans observed dented and pitted.
  Repair or replace the pans to restore a state of condition that allows for proper operation, accuracy, functioning, maintenance and cleanability.
• 1570 - Plastic curtain in walk in freezer is torn.
  Repair or replace the plastic curtain to restore a state of condition that allows for proper operation, accuracy, functioning, maintenance and cleanability.
• 1770 C - Observed accumulations of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris on the following nonfood-food contact surfaces: Interior of ice machine, interior of utensil drawers (CORRECTED CURING INSPECTION) and interior of large sugar/flour bins.
  Maintain nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment clean.
• 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the exhaust filters
  Clean the exhaust filters at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues that become encrusted or attract insects and rodents.
• 1800 - The exterior of Hobart #2 and door gaskets on Hobart #1 reach in refrigerator has accumulation of food residue.
  Clean the interior and exterior of refrigerators at a frequency necessary to preclude the accumulation of soil residues that become encrusted or attract insects and rodents.
• 1960 - Sheet pans were found stacked while wet after cleaning and chemical sanitization.
  Items must be allowed to drain and air-dry before being stacked or stored to allow evaporation of chemical sanitizer and moisture that may encourage microbial growth.
• 2350 ii - Plumbing connections at 3 vat sink are leaking.
  Plumbing systems and components shall be maintained in good repair.
• 2930 - Outer opening of the food establishment is not protected against entry of insects and rodents with an opening at the rear door and no screen over exhaust hood vent in dishwashing area.
  Protect the food establishment against the entry of insects and rodents by 1. Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings, 2. Closed, tight fitting windows, and 3. Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Insects and rodents are vectors of disease-causing microorganisms which may be transmitted to humans by contamination of food and food-contact surfaces.

September 19, 2006 (Routine)

Violations:

• 1780 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The one table top can opener had a soiled blade..
  Clean food-contact surfaces of the blade no less than every 4 hours to prevent the growth microorganisms on those surfaces.
• 3030 - Corrected During Inspection No disposable towels were provided at the hand washing lavatory in the servery area.
  Hand drying devices such as individual disposable paper towels, a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel or heated air hand drying device must be provided at all hand washing lavatories to encourage proper hand washing and avoid employees to drying their hands on their clothing or other unclean materials
• 3170 - Employees rest room tile floor is not maintained in good repair
  Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities.
• 3290 - Store brooms / mops on the hooks provided or oreder new hooks to keep equipment up off the floor.
  Maintenance equipment supplies and tools such as brooms, mops, vacuum cleaners, and similar items must be stored so they do not contaminate food equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles.
• 3660 - Permit posted is not current..
  Post the new permit to be sent t in a place where it is readily observable by the public transacting business with the establishment.

Comments:
Copy of permit needs to be mailed out.

May 23, 2006 (Critical Procedures)

Violation: 3330 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Plastic spray bottle of Oasis Multi-quat sanitizer is not properly labeled.
Working containers of toxic items are to be properly labeled with contents. Identification of these containers with the common name of the material helps prevent the dangerous misuse of the contents.

December 14, 2005 (Routine)

Violations:

• 0480 - Unlabeled food containers.
  Label working containers with the common name of its contents. Consumers may be allergic to certain foods or ingredients. The mistaken use of an ingredient when the consumer has requested that it not be used may result in severe medical consequences. Liquid foods and granular foods may resemble cleaning compounds. The mistaken use of food from an unlabeled container could result in chemical poisoning.
• 0550 - Dispensing utensils improperly stored between uses.
  Store in-use utensils or dispensing utensils in one of the following manners: 1) In the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container. 2) In food that is not potentially hazardous with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. 3) On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized every 4 hours. 4) In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain. 5) In a clean, protected location if the utensils are used only with a food that is not potentially hazardous. 6) In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 140F and the container.
• 0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) @FOOD@ in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  Mark the name and ""consume by"" date on the container of RTE foods at the time of preparation if the food is to be held for more than 24 hours. If the food is held at 41F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar days or within 4 calendar days if held at 45F. Some harmful bacteria continue to grow even at refrigeration temperatures so limiting the amount of time in storage limits the amount of growth allowed for these bacteria.
• 1570 - light bulbs blown out under exhaust hood, an dinside hobart refrigerator and was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.
  Replace light bulbs to restore a state of condition that allows for proper operation, accuracy, functioning, maintenance, and cleanability per Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter. If unable to repair the @EQUIPMENT@, replace it with one that meets the specifications of Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter.
• 1580 - The cutting board(s) along the food preparation area are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  Resurface or discard and replace the cutting boards to provide a food contact surface that is smooth, easily cleaned and sanitized.
• 2700 - The waste storage container for kithchen facility has a missing lid.
  Replace the missing lid for the waste storage container used to hold refuse.
• 2720 - Dumpster or outside refuse container was open or uncovered.
  Cover all waste containers when not in continuous use.
• 2890 - Light bulb in dry storage area paper good area not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  Shield or replace light bulb with a coated or shatter-resistant bulb.
• 3045 - Repeat A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees
  Provide a sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands at all handwashing lavatories used by food employees.
• 3220 - Mops not hung up to air dry.
  Wet use maintenance items such as mops must be hung in a position that allows them to air dry so they are not allowed to grow contamination which can then be spread through the establishment at the next use.

August 09, 2005 (Routine)

Comments:
Closed, no violations noted inspection.

April 19, 2004 (Routine)

Violation: 3045 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees
Provide a sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands at all handwashing lavatories used by food employees.

February 10, 2003 (Routine)

Violation: 3170 - @Physical structure@ is not maintained in good repair
Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities.