Thai Secret Restaurant, 9114 Center St, Manassas, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations

September 22, 2009 (Routine)

Violations:

• 3045 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at toilet 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.
• 0470 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Raw foods of animal origin (raw unpasteurized shell eggs)stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit.
  Separate raw foods of animal origin during storage, preparation, holding, and display from raw RTE food including foods such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw RTE food such as vegetables, and cooked RTE food.
• 0830 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) lobsters and beef 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. 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.
• 0790 - Corrected During Inspection Improper methods used to thaw squid.
  Thaw potentially hazardous foods by either of the following methods: 1. Under refrigeration that maintains food temperature at 41F (45F) 2. Completely submerged under running water at a temperature of 70F or below with sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow. Ready-to-eat food shall not exceed 41F and raw animal foods shall not exceed 41F for more than four hours 3. As part of the cooking process
• 0560 - Corrected During Inspection Linens in contact with food.
  Cease use of linens or napkins with food unless they are used to line a container for the service of foods. Linens and napkins must be replaced each time the container is refilled for a new customer.
• 1060 - The nonfood contact surface of the kitchen wooden table is not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth.
  Nonfood contact equipment that is exposed to splash, spillage, food soiling, or requires frequent cleaning must be smooth, durable, and nonabsorbent.

January 15, 2009 (Follow-up)

Violation: 3170 - Repeat Floor tiles missing on the kitchen area accumulation of dirty standing water observed.
Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities.

January 09, 2009 (Routine)

Violations:

• 0080 - Critical Employees or applicants are not aware of the reporting procedures concerning information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food, including the date of onset of jaundice or of an illness due to Salmonella Typhi, Shigella spp., Escherichia coli O157:H7 or Hepatitis A virus.
  Have the license holder require employees or applicants report to the person in charge any information about their health and activities if they are diagnosed with or had a past illness from Salmonella Typhi, Shigella spp., Escherichia coli O157:H7 or Hepatitis A virus.
• 0140 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Improper handwashing procedures observed.
  Ensure all food employees clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms with a cleaning compound in a lavatory by vigorously rubbing together the surfaces of their lathered hands and warms for at least 20 seconds and thoroughly rinsing with clean water.
• 0220 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Food employee is drinking from an uncovered container in the food preparation area.
  Employees may drink from a closed beverage container if the container is handled to prevent contamination of (1) The employee's hands, (2) The container, and (3) Exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, and linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
• 0470 - Critical Repeat Raw food of animal origin holding in a manner that may cause cross contamination of to ready-to-eat food (RTE).
  Separate raw foods during storage, preparation, holding, and display from raw RTE food including other raw food such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw RTE food such as vegetables, and cooked RTE food.
• 0470 - Critical Repeat Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination.
  Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display by the following: (a) Using separate equipment for each type. (b) Arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented. (c) Preparing each type of food at different times or in separate areas.
• 1720 - A sanitizer test kit is not being used to ensure the chemical sanitizing solution(s) are at the proper concentration.
  Use a chlorine chemical test kit to ensure the sanitizing solution is maintained at the proper solution.
• 2890 - Light bulb in kitchen exhaust hood system not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant.
  Shield or replace light bulb with a coated or shatter-resistant bulb.
• 3020 - Corrected During Inspection Soap was not provided at the hand washing lavatory in the food preparation .
  Hand soap must be provided at all hand washing lavatories to encourage proper hand washing. Hand cleanser must always be present to aid in reducing microorganisms and particulate matter found on hands.
• 3080 - Less than 50 foot candles of light (20 FC) was noted in the kitchen food preparation area.
  Provide at least 50 foot candles at a surface where a food employee is working with food or working with utensils or equipment such as knives, slicers, grinders, or saws where employee safety is a factor
• 3170 - Floor tiles missing on the kitchen area accumulation of dirty standing water observed.
  Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities.
• 3180 - Floors and walls - general cleaning need it.
  All floors, walls, and ceilings must be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning of the physical facilities is an important measure in ensuring the protection and sanitary preparation of food. A regular cleaning schedule should be established and followed to maintain the facility in a clean and sanitary manner.
• 3200 - Repeat Kitchen hood exhaust system discharge nuisance greasy accumulation observed. Vent filters in the hood system are not being maintained in a clean condition.
  Maintain hood system vent filters in a clean condition.

Comments:
Discussed the major changes of the food regulations especially employee health and consumer advisory, risk factors for foodborne illness, proper hand washing, and sanitation of food contact surfaces, handouts with information was provided. The kitchen - food preparation area need general cleaning (walls,floors and areas under the equipment this was discussed with CFM. It was requested that CFM provide food safety training for food employees.

May 28, 2008 (Routine)

Comments:
Permit is now in place. Good compliance with past inspection. Spoke with owner. Restaurant is allowed to purchase new freezer that is not commercial grade due to the fact the space is so small. Unit must have thermometer placed inside.

January 31, 2008 (Routine)

Violations:

• 0470 - Critical Repeat The raw animal food on display is stored in a manner that may cause cross contamination of to ready-to-eat food (RTE).
  Separate raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding, and display from raw RTE food including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw RTE food such as vegetables, and cooked RTE food.
• 0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) noodles 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.
• 2000 - Single service items observed unprotected from contamination.
  Store single service items in its original protective packaging or inverted in an approved dispenser.
• 3030 - Repeat No disposable towels were provided at the hand washing lavatory in the kitchen
  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
• 3200 - Vent filters in the hood system are not being maintained in a clean condition.
  Maintain hood system vent filters in a clean condition.
• 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.

Comments:
Manger has contract to have hood cleaned nxt week. Spoke with manger about haveing food labled and proper storage.

January 26, 2007 (Routine)

Violations:

• 0470 - Critical Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit.
  Separate raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding, and display from raw RTE food including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw RTE food such as vegetables, and cooked RTE food.
• 0480 - Sugar in unmarked bin.
  Label all bulk food items in English.
• 0550 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Ice scoop stored in bin with handle in direct contact with ice.
  Store ice scoop with handle up out of ice.
• 0610 - Corrected During Inspection Cabbage stored in bin on floor.
  Store all food and equipment at least 6 inches above floor to protect from contamination.
• 1530 - No test kit for sanitizer provided at the 3-vat sink.
  Provide test kit.
• 1570 - Condensation build up in freezer.
  Defrost freezer more frequently.
• 1770 C - Exhaust hood filters/wall behind cooking area has and accumulation of grease.
  Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
• 2000 - Numerous items (boxes, etc.) stored on floor in bar area.
  Raise all equipment to at least 6 inches above the floor.
• 2310 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Handsink behind the bar is used for storage, preventing easy access to handwashing.
  A handwashing lavatory shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use.
• 3030 - Corrected During Inspection No paper towels provided at the handsink.
  Provide paper towels at all handsinks at all times.
• 3045 - Repeat No handwashing signage at handsinks in rest-rooms and bar handsink.
  Provide handwashing signs at all handsinks at all times.
• 3220 - Corrected During Inspection Mop is not stored to air dry.
  Store mop to air dry.
• 3340 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Storage of chemicals in improper location.
  Store chemicals away from food and equipment to prevent contamination.
• 3460 - Critical Medicine bottles stored in bar area among miscellaneous food and equipment.
  Medicines shall be located to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, and single use articles.

March 14, 2006 (Follow-up)

Violations:

• 1570 - Repeat The door gasket of the glass cooler gasket is damaged.
  Repair or replace the glass cooler door gasket in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.
• 3080 - Repeat Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the dry storage room.
  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.

Comments:
Owner did not permit entrance into office.

February 06, 2006 (Follow-up)

Violations:

• 0470 A 4 - Critical Observed the following food was observed stored without being in packages, in covered containers, or wrapped: rice.
  Store food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.
• 0550 - Dispensing utensils improperly stored between uses. ice scoop
  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.
• 1570 - Wall behind freezer, and bottom of glass cooler was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.
  Repair the wall 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 wall, replace it with one that meets the specifications of Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter.
• 1570 - The door gasket of the glass cooler gasket is damaged.
  Repair or replace the glass cooler door gasket in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.
• 1770 B - Critical Observed accumulations of encrusted grease deposits or other soil on the following food contact surfaces: can opener
  Clean and sanitize these surfaces for food contact.
• 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the wall behind freezer, glass cooler and handle has accumulations of grime and debris.
  Clean the surface at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues that become encrusted or attract insects and rodents.
• 2040 - Preset tableware was observed unprotected from contamination.
  Discontinue practice of presetting tables or protect preset tableware from contamination by maintaining items wrapped, covered, or inverted.
• 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.
• 3080 - Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the dry storage room.
  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 - Repeat Floor is not maintained in good repair in kitchen
  Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities.
• 3180 - Repeat Floor tiles underneath equipment and walls noted in need of cleaning.
  All floors, walls, and ceilings must be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning of the physical facilities is an important measure in ensuring the protection and sanitary preparation of food. A regular cleaning schedule should be established and followed to maintain the facility in a clean and sanitary manner.
• 3270 - Critical Harborage conditions could exist because storage in corner next to freezer and hole in wall by stored equipment.
  Eliminate harborage conditions. Insects and other pests are capable of transmitting disease to man by contaminating food and food-contact surfaces.

Comments:
Owner refused entrance into restaurant office. Unable to determine what was inside office.

January 31, 2006 (Routine)

Violations:

• 0790 - Improper methods used to thaw shrimp
  Thaw potentially hazardous foods by either of the following methods: 1. Under refrigeration that maintains food temperature at 41F (45F) 2. Completely submerged under running water at a temperature of 70F or below with sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow. Ready-to-eat food shall not exceed 41F and raw animal foods shall not exceed 41F for more than four hours 3. As part of the cooking process
• 1190 - The ambient (air/water) temperature measuring device (degrees F) located in the reach in coolers is not accurate.
  Provide a temperature measuring device that is accurate within +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit in the intended range of use.
• 2310 - Critical The handwashing facility located at the kitchen preparation area is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  Access to the handwashing facility identified above is to be available during all hours of operation. Remove the mop bucket preventing its use.
• 3030 - Repeat No disposable towels were provided at the hand washing lavatory in the kitchen preparation handsink
  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 - Repeat Floor is not maintained in good repair in kitchen
  Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities.
• 3180 - Repeat Floor tiles underneath equipment and walls noted in need of cleaning.
  All floors, walls, and ceilings must be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning of the physical facilities is an important measure in ensuring the protection and sanitary preparation of food. A regular cleaning schedule should be established and followed to maintain the facility in a clean and sanitary manner.

Comments:
Will follow up on inspection on Feb 7, 2006. Manager stated she has CFM. She must provide proof of certification on 2/7/06.

April 13, 2005 (Routine)

Violations:

• 1770 - Observed accumulations of grime and debris on the following food contact surfaces:Can opener
  Clean and sanitize these surfaces for food contact.
• 1800 - Hood system filters noted in need of cleaning.
  Clean the surface at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues that become encrusted or attract insects and rodents.
• 2000 - Repeat Clean bowls and plates were observed stored with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  Store equipment and utensils covered or inverted to prevent contamination while in storage.
• 2750 - Grease drums full to capacity and stored in tight area that may increase chances of spillage onto the ground.
  Refuse containers are to be cleaned at a frequency that prevents the build up of soil.
• 3030 - No disposable towels were provided at the hand washing lavatory.
  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 - Repeat Floor is not maintained in good repair
  Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities.
• 3180 - Repeat Wall needs cleaning.
  All floors, walls, and ceilings must be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning of the physical facilities is an important measure in ensuring the protection and sanitary preparation of food. A regular cleaning schedule should be established and followed to maintain the facility in a clean and sanitary manner.
• 3660 - Establishment operating without a valid permit.
  Cease all food service operations until you receive a permit to operate from the health department.

April 26, 2004 (Follow-up)

Violation: 0060 - Critical Person in charge, nor anyone else had any food training that woould make them aware of the relationship between foodborne illness and restaurant sanitation.
Please acquire food training. (left list of companies offering training)

March 23, 2004 (Routine)

Violations:

• 3260 - Employees are not using the dressing rooms or lockers provided.
  Employees that regularly change their clothes in the establishment should use the dressing room or lockers provided.
• 2040 - Preset tableware was observed unprotected from contamination.
  Discontinue practice of presetting tables or protect preset tableware from contamination by maintaining items wrapped, covered, or inverted.
• 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.
• 1060 - The nonfood contact surface of the shelves is not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth.
  Nonfood contact equipment that is exposed to splash, spillage, food soiling, or requires frequent cleaning must be smooth, durable, and nonabsorbent.
• 0060 - Critical Person in charge, nor anyone else had any food training that woould make them aware of the relationship between foodborne illness and restaurant sanitation.
  Please acquire food training. (left list of companies offering training)
• 1550 - The hand sink is not sealed to adjoining equipment or walls.
  Seal the unit to adjoining equipment or walls since it is exposed to spillage or seepage.
• 3300 - Facility is storing unnecessary items to the operation or maintenance of the establishment.
  Remove all unnecessary items from the facility. The presence of unnecessary articles, including equipment which is no longer used, makes regular and effective cleaning more difficult and less likely. It can also provide harborage for insects and rodents.
• 2000 - Single service items observed unprotected from contamination.
  Store single service items in its original protective packaging or inverted in an approved dispenser.
• 0610 - 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.
• 0540 - Critical Food in contact with soiled equipment or utensils.
  Use only cleaned and sanitized utensils or equipment during food preparation.
• 3280 - Dead insects found on floor in kitchen.
  Practice insect control and clean up dead insects in kitchen.
• 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.
• 2010 - Clean equipment/utensils were found stored at the bar counter.
  Discontinue storage of clean equipment and utensils in a location subject to contamination.
• 0480 - Repeat 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.
• 2620 - There are refuse containers in the kitchen without covers.
  All refuse containers are to be fitted with snug lids.
• 3170 - Repeat Walls damaged in kitchen, flooring in hallway is absorbent, walls severely water damaged by 3 vat sink, and is not maintained in good repair
  Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities.
• 1160 - Door does not meet sill and allows intrusion of insects or rodents
  Seal opening between door and sill.
• 3340 - Critical Containers of cleaning items are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
  Containers of cleaning fluids must be located in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
• 2350 - Critical 3 vat sink in bar area is leaking water faucet is leaking by 3 vat sink in kitchen.
  Repair plumbing items.
• 3180 - Repeat Walls, floor and ceiling in the kitchen and bar area noted in need of cleaning.
  All floors, walls, and ceilings must be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning of the physical facilities is an important measure in ensuring the protection and sanitary preparation of food. A regular cleaning schedule should be established and followed to maintain the facility in a clean and sanitary manner.
• 1560 - There is a floor mounted shelving that is not elevated off the floor or sealed to the floor. A cleaning hazard exists.
  Alter the installation of the equipment to allow easy floor cleaning. Make 1 of the following corrections: 1. Remove the equipment 2. Install casters 3. Elevate the equipment to a minimum of 6 inches off the floor 4. Seal the equipment to the floor
• 0790 - Improper methods used to thaw seafood.
  Thaw potentially hazardous foods by either of the following methods: 1. Under refrigeration that maintains food temperature at 41F (45F) 2. Completely submerged under running water at a temperature of 70F or below with sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow. Ready-to-eat food shall not exceed 41F and raw animal foods shall not exceed 41F for more than four hours 3. As part of the cooking process
• 1770 C - Observed accumulations of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris on the following nonfood-food contact surfaces: door to kitchen, grease behind hood system
  Maintain nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment clean.
• 1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: ice machine rusty.
  Clean and sanitize these surfaces for food contact.

March 13, 2003 (Routine)

Violations:

• 1800 - top of stove dirty
  Clean the top of the stove.
• 1320 - thermometer not found in the reach-in unit
  provide thermometer in the reach in unit.
• 1770 - micro wave,can opener,ice machine door and reach-in dirty
  Clean the following food contact equipment listed above.
• 0480 - Food items not label
  Label all food items that is not stored in orginal container.
• 3170 - Hole noted in kitchen wall.
  Repair the wall in the kitchen.
• 3180 - Floor in the kitchen noted dirty.
  Clean and sanitize the floor thorough-out the kitchen.