Great Bridge Child Care, Ltd., 520 Albermarle Drive, Chesapeake, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations

October 14, 2009 (Routine)

Comments:
A clean and well organized kitchen.

June 01, 2009 (Routine)

Violations:

• 0450 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Employees observed handling ready-to-eat (RTE) food with their bare hands.
  Provide suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, tongs, single-use gloves, or dispensing equipment to handle RTE food to prevent contamination from hands.
• 0570 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between uses.Cloths used to wipe prep counters not in sanitizing solution.
  Ensure wet wiping cloths are stored in a chemical sanitizer at the proper concentration between uses.
• 1770 B - Repeat Observed food deposits or other soil on the following: cabinets, drawers, bottom of the stove.
  Clean and sanitize these surfaces.
• 1960 - Cutting board observed cloth-dried rather than air-dried after cleaning and chemical sanitization.
  Items must be allowed to drain and air-dry before being stacked or stored. Cloth-drying may transfer microorganisms to equipment or utensils.

February 03, 2009 (Routine)

Comments:
Good job! Permit renewed.

October 02, 2008 (Routine)

Violations:

• 0830 - Critical Some prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) foods in the refrigeration unit are not properly dated for disposition. Eggs expired 9/17.
  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. 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. *Account for days in freezer storage with additional date labels. Monitor pull dates on foods and discard accordingly.
• 1770 B - Observed accumulations of food deposits or other soil on the following :lower kitchen cabinets.
  Clean and sanitize these surfaces.
• 3170 - Repeat Joint where kitchen counter and back splash meet observed in disrepair.
  Scrape, clean , and recaulk seam where needed. Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities.
• 3270 - Critical Repeat Mouse droppings observed in some cabinets and the pantry.
  When pests are found, use methods such as trapping devices or other approved means of pest control. Locate entry point(s) and seal completely. Insects and other pests are capable of transmitting disease to man by contaminating food and food-contact surfaces.

Comments:
Effective hair restraints include hats, hairnets, caps, and bandanas.

June 06, 2008 (Routine)

Violations:

• 3170 - Caulk loose or missing at backsplash joint behind kitchen sinks.
  Scrape and recaulk joint . Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities.
• 3330 - Critical Working containers of Mr. Clean are 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.

Comments:
Good sanitation and organization!

March 11, 2008 (Routine)

Violations:

• 0570 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between uses(quat solution >400ppm).
  Ensure wet wiping cloths are stored in a chemical sanitizer at the proper concentration(200ppm quats) between uses.
• 3270 - Mouse droppings observed in pantry and cabinets. Glue traps observed in use.
  Continue to use methods such as trapping devices or other approved means of pest control. Insects and other pests are capable of transmitting disease to man by contaminating food and food-contact surfaces.

Comments:
Good sanitation and food handling observed.

November 29, 2007 (Routine)

Violations:

• 1750 - Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of ther foods.
  Discontinue the reuse of manufacturer containers for any food storage. Provide approved reusable food storage containers designed for your food storage needs.
• 1770 B - Repeat Observed food debris or other soil on the following: some cabinets and drawers.
  Clean and sanitize these surfaces.

Comments:
Once sandwiches are assembled, refrigerate until serving time. Recommend preparing separate batches for each lunch period. Good sanitiation and organization.

August 30, 2007 (Routine)

Violations:

• 0240 - Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  Ensure all employees wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or nets, beard restraints, and clothing that covers body hair, that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food clean equipment, utensils, and linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
• 1770 B - Repeat Observed accumulations of food deposits or other soil on the following surfaces: hood filter, cabinets, drawers, radio.
  Clean and sanitize these surfaces.

Comments:
Check sanitizer strength often and change solution when it drops below the required concentration. Make sure that single service items are not reused for food purposes.

May 31, 2007 (Routine)

Violation: 1770 B - Observed food deposits or other soil on the following surfaces: refrigerator, cabinets.
Clean and sanitize these surfaces.
Comments:
Good job! *Director has attended the May recert class, awaiting results.

February 02, 2007 (Routine)

Violations:

• 0200 - 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.
• 1800 - Repeat The cabinets under the dish sinks have an accumulation of debris.
  Clean the cabinets at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

Comments:
PERMIT RENEWED. Store pot holders and mitts apart from the clean utensils. Attend a recertification course before the end of May, course flyer provided.

October 11, 2006 (Routine)

Comments:
Looks good! Acquire a new quats sanitizer test kit soon.

June 09, 2006 (Routine)

Violations:

• 0690 - Bag of sugar observed sitting in a container of sugar.
  Transfer sugar into a sanitized container. Protect sugar from any contamination on the bag.
• 1800 - Some cabinet fronts and drawers are soiled with food debris.
  Clean the surfaces at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
• 3330 - Critical Working containers of cleaners are 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.
• 3340 1 - Corrected During Inspection Containers of pesticide observed stored with cleaning products. Cleaners observed stored with single service items.
  Relocate pesticides to a seperate locked facility. Containers of cleaners must be separated by spacing or partitioning to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.

Comments:
Remove return items in a timely manner to prevent them from accumulating in the pantry.

February 03, 2006 (Routine)

Violations:

• 0830 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) SANDWICHES in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  DISCARDED DURING THE INSPECTION.
• 3220 - Mop 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.

Comments:
Outstanding job with food management and sanitation level. Health Permit Renewal issued.

October 27, 2005 (Routine)

Violations:

• 0570 - The in-use wiping cloths used to clean dining room tables are also being used on food-contact surfaces in the food preparation area.
  Ensure cloths used for wiping food spills are not used for any other purpose. A SEPARATE WIPING BUCKET FOR KITCHEN USE NEEDS TO BE SET UP.
• 1700 - Critical Quaternary Ammonium sanitizing solution used was not at an acceptable concentration. WIPING BUCKET.
  Adjust the sanitizing solution to 200 parts per million or otherwise identified by manufacturer's recommendations.
• 1750 - Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of FOOD.
  Discontinue the reuse of manufacturer containers for FOOD storage. Provide approved reusable food storage containers designed for your food storage needs.
• 1790 - The (cavity, door seal) of the microwave oven is observed soiled.
  Using the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure, clean the (cavity, door seal) of the microwave oven at least every 24 hours.
• 2260 - Critical Backflow or backsiphonage prevention device not available on threaded faucet as required by law.
  Provide a backflow or backsiphonage prevention device on all threaded faucets.
• 3340 - Critical Containers of SOAPS are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
  Containers of HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS must be located in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.

Comments:
Correct all violations as soon as possible.

August 02, 2005 (Routine)

Comments:
OVERALL SANITATION EXCELLENT!!!! OWNER HAS PURCHASED A NEEW HOOD COVER AND IS WAITING TO INSTALL IT!!!!

May 11, 2005 (Routine)

Violations:

• 0380 - Critical Food packages are not in good condition or the integrity of the package contents are not protected from adulteration or potential contaminants (ex: dented food cans)
  Discard or return to distributor any food packages that are not in good condition or the integrity of the package contents are not protected from adulteration or potential contaminants.
• 2920 - Repeat Toilet room door 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.

Comments:
OVERALL SANITATION VERY GOOD!!! PROVIDE RESTROOM WITH SELF-CLOSING DOOR BEFORE NEXT INSPECTION!!!

February 09, 2005 (Routine)

Comments:
PERMIT ISSUED....OVERALL SANITATION EXCELLENT

November 18, 2004 (Routine)

Violations:

• 2890 - Repeat Light bulb above oven not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  Shield or replace light bulb with a coated or shatter-resistant bulb.
• 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.
• 2920 - Toilet room door 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.

July 14, 2004 (Routine)

Violation: 3250 - Toilet room doors are not self-close
Keep toilet room doors closed except when cleaning or during maintenance operations to prevent insect and rodent entrance and the associated potential for the spread of disease.
Comments:
OVERALL SANITATION IS EXCELLANT...MAINTAIN THESE STANDARDS...ENSURE COMPLETION OF C.F.M TRAINED EMPLOYEES.

January 13, 2004 (Routine)

Violations:

• 0820 - Critical HAMBURGERS hot holding at improper temperatures.
  Rapidly reheat the food to 165F and maintain at 140F or above through the hot holding period.
• 0240 - Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
  Ensure all employees wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or nets, beard restraints, and clothing that covers body hair, that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food clean equipment, utensils, and linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
• 0570 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
  Ensure wet wiping cloths are stored in a chemical sanitizer at the proper concentration between use.
• 2890 - Light bulb OVER THE STOVE not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  Shield or replace light bulb with a coated or shatter-resistant bulb.
• 0050 - Critical The person in charge was not available at the time of inspection.
  The permit holder shall designate a person in charge who is authorized to monitor and manage all food establishment operations and who is authorized to take actions to ensure that the Regulations' objectives are fulfilled.

Comments:
Overall sanitation of the establishment is good. However, there must be another certified food manager available as soon as possible. The current manager's certificate expires on April 23 2004, and I suggest signing up another certified food manager when the recertification class is taken by Mary Taylor. Must keep the food in a warmer at all times when serving lunch.

October 15, 2003 (Routine)

Violations:

• 1770 - Critical The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment were observed soiled with an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and/or other debris: bottom drawer of the stove unit.
  Maintain nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment clean.
• 1570 - The light shield over the stove was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.
  Repair the light shield 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 shield, replace it with one that meets the specifications of Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter.

Comments:
Overall sanitation is very good.

February 28, 2003 (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.
Comments:
KITCHEN WAS FOUND IN A GOOD SANITARY CONDITION DURING THIS INSPECTION. ASECONDARY CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER (CFM) IS NEEDED CALL 822-5247/5246.