Days Inn South, 5316 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Fredericksburg, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations

April 09, 2009 (Routine)

• 0900 - Consumer self-dispensing bulk food bins containing bagels and milk are not properly labeled.
  Bulk food that is available for consumer self-dispensing shall be prominently labeled with the following information in plain view of the consumer: 1. the manufacturer's or processor's label that was provided with the food or, 2. a card, sign, or other method of notification that includes the information specified in this section.
• 1460 - Repeat Employees are using a 2-compartment sink for warewashing in a manner that does conform to the approval conditions that were previously established. Facility is not using a detergent-sanitizer in the 2-compartment sink.
  Alter the current warewashing process so that it conforms to the approval conditions that were previously established.
• 1570 - The white reach-in freezer and cabinet under the handsink were observed in a state of disrepair and damaged. The white RIF was noted in need of defrosting, and the cabinet appeared to have water damage.
  Repair the EQUIPMENT 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.
• 2720 - Repeat Dumpsters were uncovered.
  Cover all waste containers when not in continuous use.
• 3080 - Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the rear storage area (where the reach-in units are located).
  Provide at least 10 foot candles at a distance of 30 inches from the floor in the walk-in refrigeration units and dry storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning.
• 3170 - Ceiling in rear storage area is not maintained in good repair. The paint on the ceiling is peeling.
  Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities.
• 3340 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Container of bleach is not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items. Observed bleach stored in cabinet under 1C sink where Waffle Off and coffee pots are stored.
  Containers of HAZARDOUS PRODUCT must be located in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
• 3660 - Current Health Dept. permit is not posted in a place where it is readily observable by the public.
  Post the permit in a place where it is readily observable by the public transacting business with the establishment.

June 10, 2008 (Follow-up)

• 1460 - Repeat Employees are using a 2-compartment sink for warewashing in a manner that does conform to the approval conditions that were previously established. Facility is not using a detergent-sanitizer in the 2-compartment sink.
  Alter the current warewashing process so that it conforms to the approval conditions that were previously established.
• 1550 - The counter and sink are not sealed to the adjoining walls. The top and sides of long buffet counter are not sealed to the walls. The sink is not sealed to the countertop.
  Seal the unit to adjoining equipment or walls since it is exposed to spillage or seepage.
• 2720 - Repeat Dumpster was uncovered.
  Cover all waste containers when not in continuous use.
• 2740 - Repeat Trash and litter were observed adjacent to the refuse containers outside the facility.
  The refuse container storage area and grounds adjacent to the container are to be maintained clean and sanitary.

April 11, 2008 (Routine)

• 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the reach-in cooler.
  Provide a temperature measuring device in all hot or cold holding equipment used to store potentially hazardous foods so that employees can routinely monitor the ambient air temperature.
• 1460 - Employees are using a 2-compartment sink for warewashing in a manner that does conform to the approval conditions that were previously established. Facility is not using a detergent-sanitizer in the 2-compartment sink.
  Alter the current warewashing process so that it conforms to the approval conditions that were previously established.
• 2720 - Dumpster was uncovered.
  Cover all waste containers when not in continuous use.
• 2740 - Trash and litter were observed adjacent to the refuse containers outside the facility.
  The refuse container storage area and grounds adjacent to the container are to be maintained clean and sanitary.
• 2840 - Repeat Carpeting installed as floor covering at breakfast line.
  Remove carpeting and replace with approved floor material.
• 2920 - Repeat Toilet room is not provided with a self-closing door.
  Provide a self-closer for the toilet room door. Completely enclosed toilet facilities minimize the potential for the spread of disease by the movement of flies and other insects between the toilet facility and food preparation areas.
• 2930 - Outer opening of the food establishment is not protected against entry of insects and rodents. Front door propped open.
  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.
• 3170 - Repeat Floor under 2-compartment sink not in good repair. Concrete flooring is not smooth with the tile floor.
  Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities.
• 3200 - Vent in dishwashing area noted in need of cleaning.
  Clean intake and exhaust air ducts and change filters so they are not a source of contamination by dust, dirt and other materials

May 14, 2007 (Follow-up)

• 2840 - Repeat Carpeting installed as floor covering in front of the continental breakfast line.
  Remove carpeting and replace with approved floor material.
• 2920 - Repeat Toilet room is not provided with a self-closing door.
  Provide a self-closer for the toilet room door. Completely enclosed toilet facilities minimize the potential for the spread of disease by the movement of flies and other insects between the toilet facility and food preparation areas.
• 3170 - Floor at 2-compartment sink noted in need of repair. Due to installation of air gap, new concrete was placed. Concrete is still drying.
  Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities. ONCE CONCRETE HAS DRIED, PROVIDE A SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE FLOOR.

April 13, 2007 (Routine)

• 1570 - The cabinet under the handsink was observed in a condition that prevents necessary maintenance and easy cleaning due to water damage.
  Repair the EQUIPMENT 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.
• 2250 - There is no utility sink or curbed cleaning facility designed for the cleaning of mops or similar wet floor cleaning tools and for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid wastes.
  Install a utility sink or curbed cleaning facility designed for the cleaning of mops or similar wet floor cleaning tools and for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid wastes. Prior to installing additional plumbing fixtures the permit holder must apply and gain approval through the necessary regulatory agencies.
• 2520 - Critical A direct connection exists between the drain line of the sanitizing basin of the 2-vat sink and the sewer line. An air gap is not installed on the 2-compartment sink. Plumbers installed a check valve, which is insufficient as a backflow prevention device.
  Eliminate the direct connection between the sewer line and the cited equipment. An air gap (minimum of 1 inch or 2x the diameter of the pipe) must be installed at the 2-compartment sink.
• 2700 - The waste storage container has a missing lid.
  Replace the missing lid for the waste storage container.
• 2730 - The refuse container used to store refuse/recyclables has no drain plug.
  Replace the drain plug to the refuse container.
• 2840 - Carpeting installed as floor covering in front of the continental breakfast line.
  Remove carpeting and replace with approved floor material.
• 2920 - Toilet room is not provided with a self-closing door.
  Provide a self-closer for the toilet room door. Completely enclosed toilet facilities minimize the potential for the spread of disease by the movement of flies and other insects between the toilet facility and food preparation areas.
• 3040 - Handwashing aids and devices (soap and paper towels) have been installed at the warewashing sink
  Remove handwashing aids and devices from the warewashing sink

April 04, 2007 (Pre-Opening)