Thai Orchid Restaurant, 18740 Willamette Dr, West Linn, OR 97068 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Thai Orchid Restaurant
Address: 18740 Willamette Dr, West Linn, OR 97068
Phone: (503) 699-4195
Total inspections: 10
Last inspection: May 26, 2011
Score
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93

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  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 3-304.12 In-use dispensing utensils are not properly stored, specifically: The scoop handle is broken off in the bulk rice container. REQUIRED CORRECTION: In-use food preparation or dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1) in the food with the handles above the top of the food; 2) on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment if they are cleaned and sanitized as required; 3) in running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain; 4) in a clean, protected location if the utensils are used with food that is not potentially hazardous; or 5) in a container of hot water at a temperature of 140°F (60°C) or more or 41°F (5°C) or less or if the container is cleaned as required.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 6-201.11 Floors or floor coverings are not designed, constructed or installed so they are smooth or easily cleanable, specifically: The floor covering under the vegetable sink in the kitchen is deteriorating in several spots. REQUIRED CORRECTION: Floors and floor coverings shall be designed, constructed and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 6-202.14 Toilet rooms are not completely enclosed or provided with a tight-fitting, self-closing door, specifically: The door for the womens restroom does not have a self-closing spring or hinge. REQUIRED CORRECTION: A toilet room located on the premises shall be completely enclosed with a tight-fitting and self-closing door.
Mar 15, 2007 96
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 4-601.11 Nonfood-contact surfaces are not kept clean, specifically: Saw some accumulation of food debris on the inside of the True refrigerator near the door. REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 6-201.11 Floors or floor coverings are not designed, constructed or installed so they are smooth or easily cleanable, specifically: The vinyl floor covering under the vegetable prep sink is curling up/peeling away from the floor/wall juncture. REQUIRED CORRECTION: Floors and floor coverings shall be designed, constructed and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 6-202.11 Lights are not properly shielded, specifically: The plastic protective panel for the flourescent lights above the vegetable sink is missing. REQUIRED CORRECTION: Effective shielding or shatter-resistant bulbs shall be provided for all light fixtures where there is exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, and unwrapped single-service or single-use articles. Infrared or other heat lamps shall be protected against breakage by providing a shield surrounding and extending beyond the bulb so that only the face of the bulb is exposed.
Oct 31, 2007 97
No violation noted during this evaluation. Apr 22, 2008 100
No violation noted during this evaluation. Oct 28, 2008 100
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 4-903.11 Clean equipment, utensils, linens and single-service items are not stored in a manner to prevent contamination or to facilitate air drying, specifically: A knife was stored between a paper towel dispenser and the wall. REQUIRED CORRECTION: Cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service articles shall be stored in a clean, dry location where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination and at least 6 inches above the floor. Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that permits air drying and covered or inverted. Single-service and single-use articles shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means to protect them from contamination.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 5-501.113 Receptacles for refuse, recyclables and returnables are not kept covered when required, specifically: Outside refuse bin lid left open. REQUIRED CORRECTION: Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables and returnables shall be kept covered inside of the establishment if they contain food residue and are not in continuous use or after they are filled. Receptacles and waste handling units that are outside of the establishment shall be covered with tight-fitting lids at all times.
Jun 23, 2009 97
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 3-304.14 Wiping cloths are not properly used or stored, specifically: The wiping cloth pail had less than 50 p.p.m. chlorine concentration. REQUIRED CORRECTION: Cloths that are in use for wiping food spills shall be used for no other purpose. Cloths used for wiping food spills shall be dry or wet and stored in an approved sanitizing solution. Dry or wet cloths that are used with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes, and wet cloths used with raw animal foods shall be kept in separate sanitizing solution. Wet wiping cloths used with a freshly made sanitizing solution and dry wiping cloths shall be free of food debris and visible soil.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 6-301.14 A handwashing sign is not posted at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, specifically: There are no signs at sinks for handwashing. Handwash sinks are otherwise properly equipped, maintained and used. REQUIRED CORRECTION: A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing lavatories used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees.
Dec 17, 2009 97
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 2-301.14 *CRITICAL* Food employees are not washing their hands as often as necessary, specifically: Staff was handling soiled/used dishes/pans and then putting away clean ones without washing their hands first. REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Food employees must thoroughly wash their hands and exposed portions of their arms: 1) before beginning or returning to work; 2) after touching body parts other than clean hands and clean, exposed portions of arms; 3) after using the toilet room; 4) after caring for, or handling service or aquatic animals; 5) after coughing, sneezing, or using a handkerchief or disposable tissues; 6) after using tobacco, eating or drinking from inappropriate containers; 7) after handling soiled equipment or utensils; 8) immediately before engaging in food preparation in the food preparation area; 9) during food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination and to prevent cross-contamination when changing tasks; 10) when switching between working with raw foods and working with ready-to-eat foods; or 11) after engaging in other activities that contaminate the hands.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 3-304.14 Wiping cloths are not properly used or stored, specifically: The wiping cloth pail in the kitchen did not have any sanitizer in it. REQUIRED CORRECTION: Cloths that are in use for wiping food spills shall be used for no other purpose. Cloths used for wiping food spills shall be dry or wet and stored in an approved sanitizing solution. Dry or wet cloths that are used with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes, and wet cloths used with raw animal foods shall be kept in separate sanitizing solution. Wet wiping cloths used with a freshly made sanitizing solution and dry wiping cloths shall be free of food debris and visible soil.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 3-501.13 Potentially hazardous food is improperly thawed, specifically: Fish were thawing in static water in sink at 55F. REQUIRED CORRECTION: Potentially hazardous foods shall not be thawed at room temperature. Food may be thawed by one of the following methods: 1) under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less; 2) completely submerged under running water at a temperature of 70°F (21°C) or below, with sufficient velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in the overflow, for a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of ready-to-eat food to rise above 41°F (5°C), or for a period of time that does not allow raw animal food to be above 41°F (5°C) for more than four hours; 3) in a microwave oven only when the food will be immediately transferred to conventional cooking facilities as part of a continuous cooking process, or when the entire, uninterrupted cooking process takes place in the microwave oven; or 4) as part of the conventional cooking process.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 3-501.16 *CRITICAL* Potentially hazardous food is not maintained at proper hot or cold holding temperatures, specifically: Raw chicken (in the top of the kitchen prep refrigerator) was 48F at the top of the container (42F at the bottom of the pan; interior of refrigerator at 40F). Other measured food temperatures satisfactory.* REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Potentially hazardous foods shall be maintained at 140°F (60°C) or above (except roast beef may be held at 130°F (54°C) or above) or at 41°F (5°C) or less.
Jun 8, 2010 86
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 4-501.12 Cutting surfaces no longer can be effectively cleaned or sanitized, specifically: Cutting board on 3-door True has grooves that are not cleanable. REQUIRED CORRECTION: Surfaces such as cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 4-602.11 Surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not potentially hazardous is not cleaned as necessary, specifically: Ice machine unclean inside. REQUIRED CORRECTION: Surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not potentially hazardous shall be cleaned: 1) at any time when contamination may have occurred; 2) at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and consumer self-service utensils; 3) before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils; or 4) in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles when required by the manufacturer or as necessary to keep them clean.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 6-305.11 Dressing rooms, areas or lockers are not provided for employees, specifically: Apron hanging near True refrigerator. REQUIRED CORRECTION: A dressing room or other designated area shall be provided for employees who routinely change their clothes in the establishment. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be provided for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions.
Nov 29, 2010 95
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 3-501.16 *CRITICAL* Potentially hazardous food is not maintained at proper hot or cold holding temperatures, specifically: Raw chicken 46°F, tofu 45°F, peanut sauce 44°F, raw beef 43°F in top of the large 3-door True nearest the kitchen; interior air of the unit was 48°F (had been opened a lot during the dinner preparation). REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Potentially hazardous foods shall be maintained at 140°F (60°C) or above (except roast beef may be held at 130°F (54°C) or above) or at 41°F (5°C) or less.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 6-501.18 Handwashing facilities are not kept clean, or are not properly maintained or used, specifically: The rear handwashing sink was partially blocked by a cart; the kitchen handwashing sink had pots in it. REQUIRED CORRECTION: Handwashing facilities shall be kept clean and be properly maintained and used.
May 26, 2011 93
No violation noted during this evaluation. May 26, 2011 100

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