APPLEBEE'S 407, 3894 Morse Rd, Columbus, OH 43219 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: APPLEBEE'S 407
Address: 3894 Morse Rd, Columbus, OH 43219
Total inspections: 12
Last inspection: Mar 8, 2012
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80

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  • A chlorine sanitizing solution was being used improperly.
  • Clean equipment and utensils were not properly stored.
  • Cutting board(s) are damaged so as to prevent them from being effectively cleaned and sanitized.
  • Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order.
  • Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted.
  • Food employees' outer clothing is dirty.
  • Food-contact surfaces were dirty.
  • Handwashing sink is being used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • In-use utensils are improperly stored.
  • Miscellaneous sources of contamination observed.
  • Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough.
  • Outer openings of a food facility were not protected against the entry of insects and rodents.
  • PIC did not have an irreversible registering temperature indicator (maximum registering thermometer or heat strips) available to test the maximum temperature of the hot water in the dish washing machine.
  • The light intensity was not at least 10 foot candles (108 lux) at a distance of 30 inches (75 centimeters) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning.
  • The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair.
  • There is no test kit available for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer.
  • Working containers of food are not properly labeled.
Standard Inspection Jun 4, 2010 71
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Jun 4, 2010 100
No violation noted during this evaluation. Followup Inspection Jul 6, 2010 100
  • A handwashing sign was not posted at all handwashing sinks.
  • Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order.
  • Non-food contact surfaces are dirty.
Standard Inspection Oct 15, 2010 97
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Oct 15, 2010 100
  • A handwashing sign was not posted at all handwashing sinks.
  • Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order.
  • Food-contact surfaces were dirty.
  • Handwashing sink does not provide water at a minimum temperature of 100°F (38°C) through a mixing valve or combination faucet.
  • In-use utensils are improperly stored.
  • Outer openings of a food facility were not protected against the entry of insects and rodents.
  • PIC did not have an irreversible registering temperature indicator (maximum registering thermometer or heat strips) available to test the maximum temperature of the hot water in the dish washing machine.
  • The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary.
  • Time/temperature controlled for safety foods were being held at temperatures above 41 °F (5°C)..
  • Unsafe food was not discarded or properly reconditioned
Standard Inspection May 2, 2011 70
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point May 2, 2011 100
No violation noted during this evaluation. Followup Inspection May 18, 2011 100
  • Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted.
  • Handwashing sink does not provide water at a minimum temperature of 100°F (38°C) through a mixing valve or combination faucet.
  • Temperature measuring devices are missing, not correctly placed, not readable, or of improper design.
  • The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair.
  • Water under pressure is not available to all fixtures, equipment, and nonfood equipment that are required to use water.
Standard Inspection Sep 28, 2011 91
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Sep 28, 2011 100
  • A handwashing sign was not posted at all handwashing sinks.
  • Cloths used for wiping food spills from tableware and carry-out containers that occur as food is being served were used for other tasks.
  • Cutting board(s) are damaged so as to prevent them from being effectively cleaned and sanitized.
  • Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order.
  • Food items are not protected from contamination during storage.
  • In-use utensils are improperly stored.
  • Observed unacceptable employee beverage containers.
  • PIC did not have an irreversible registering temperature indicator (maximum registering thermometer or heat strips) available to test the maximum temperature of the hot water in the dish washing machine.
  • Single-service articles that are intended for food-contact or lip-contact were not furnished for consumer self-service with the original individual wrapper intact or from an approved dispenser.
  • The food service operation license is not displayed.
  • There is no test kit available for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer.
  • Working containers of food are not properly labeled.
Standard Inspection Mar 8, 2012 80
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Mar 8, 2012 100

Violation descriptions and comments

Jun 4, 2010

THE DATE ON THE SIGN PER COLUMBUS CITY RESOLUTION WAS UPDATED AND PROVIDED TO THE PERSON IN CHARGE/OWNER AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. THE SANITARIAN OBSERVED THE SIGN POSTED ON THE FRONT DOOR OF THE LICENSED FACILITY.

The Pic @ time of inspection was Ben Bagbey

Jun 4, 2010

Elements of the Critical Control Point Inspection
Discussed
Provide information
Please read and understand the following requirements;
I. Employee Health
Management shall have a policy regarding employee health situations
II. Personnel Cleanliness
Food employees eat, and drink only in designated areas
Food employees experiencing persistent sneezing, coughing, or runny nose shall not work with exposed foods, clean equipment, utensils, linens or unwrapped single service /use articles
III. Hand washing, Prevention of Contamination from Hands
Hand washing facilities was adequate and conveniently located and accessible for employees
Hand washing facilities was adequately supplied
Exposed ready-to-eat foods not touched by bare hands
Hands properly washed when required
IV. Person in Charge/Demonstration of Knowledge
Manager is certified in food safety
Manager has demonstrated knowledge through compliance with the food code
Manager demonstrated knowledge by responding to food safety question regarding the operation
V. Thawing
Foods shall be thawed in accordance with the OAC.
Under refrigeration
Under cold running water (not submerged, and not to exceed 41 F)
As part of the cooking process Cooking, Reheating, Cooling, Hot and

Jul 6, 2010

FOLLOW UP INSPECTION, ABATE HAS COMPLIED, GREEN SIGN WAS UPDATED.

Oct 15, 2010

THE DATE ON THE SIGN PER COLUMBUS CITY RESOLUTION WAS UPDATED AND PROVIDED TO THE PERSON IN CHARGE/OWNER AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. THE SANITARIAN OBSERVED THE SIGN POSTED ON THE FRONT DOOR OF THE LICENSED FACILITY.
The person in charge at time of inspection were; Mike Lapaglia and Ben Bagbey.

Oct 15, 2010

Discussed
Provided information
I. Employee Health (+)
II. Personnel Cleanliness (+)
III. Hand washing, Prevention of Contamination from Hands (+)
IV. Person in Charge/Demonstration of Knowledge (+)
V. Thawing (+)
VII. Cooking, Reheating, Cooling, Hot and Cold Holding (+)
VIII. Date Marking/Time as a Public Health Control (+)
IX. Consumer Advisory (+)
XI. Protection from contamination (+)
XII. Chemical (+)
XIV. Transporting Food off Premise (+)
XV. Temperature Measuring Devices (+)

May 2, 2011

Consulted nth Cinda Brauchler and Mike Lapag Lia.
Outside dumpster inspected, okay.
The public restrooms were okay -
Discussed mayor food allergens
Facility does not do Catering.
Green sign were updated and posted.

May 2, 2011

Elements of the Critical Control Point Inspection
Discussed the menu, major food allergens.
Provide information
Please read and understand the following requirements; Consulted with Mike Lap agalia.
I. Employee Health (+)
Management shall have a policy regarding employee health situations . Cannot provide employee illness report at time of inspection.
II. Personnel Cleanliness (+)
Food employees eat, and drink only in designated areas
III. Hand washing, Prevention of Contamination from Hands(+)
Hand washing facilities was adequate and conveniently located and accessible for employees
Hand washing facilities was adequately supplied
Exposed ready-to-eat foods not touched by bare hands . Observed food employee wearing gloves when handling TCS foods.
Hands properly washed when required
IV. Person in Charge/Demonstration of Knowledge (+)
Manager is certified in food safety. mike Lap aglia Serv safe Certificate #7201694 expires 7/1/2015 and LindaBrauchler Certificate # 6289716 expires 2/3/14
Manager has demonstrated knowledge through compliance with the food code
Manager demonstrated knowledge by responding to food safety question regarding the operation
V. Thawing (+)
Foods shall be thawed in accordance with the OAC.
Under refrigeration
Under cold running

May 18, 2011

FOLLOW UP INSPECTION.
CONSULTED WITH MIKE LAPAGLIA
ABATE HAS CORRECTED ALL VIOLATIONS.

Sep 28, 2011

CONSULTED WITH RICKY HERNANDEZ.
DISCUSSED MENUS,FOOD ALLERGENS AND FOOD RECALLS.
DINNING AREA,PUBLIC RESTROOMS, OUTSIDE DUMPSTER STORAGE AREA WAS INSPECTED AND OKAY.
GREEN SIGN WAS UPDATED AND POSTED.

Sep 28, 2011

Elements of the Critical Control Point Inspection
Discussed/Discussed menus
Provide information
Please read and understand the following requirements;
I. Employee Health (+)
Management is aware and have a policy regarding employee health situations
II. Personnel Cleanliness (+)
Food employees eat, and drink only in designated areas
III. Hand washing, Prevention of Contamination from Hands(+)
Hand washing facilities was adequate and conveniently located and accessible for employees
Hand washing facilities was adequately supplied
Exposed ready-to-eat foods not touched by bare hands
Hands properly washed when required
IV. Person in Charge/Demonstration of Knowledge (+)
Manager is certified in food safety
Manager has demonstrated knowledge through compliance with the food code
Manager demonstrated knowledge by responding to food safety question regarding the operation
V. Thawing (+)
Foods shall be thawed in accordance with the OAC.
Under refrigeration
Under cold running water (not submerged, and not to exceed 41 F)
As part of the cooking process Cooking, Reheating, Cooling, Hot and Cold Holding
VII. Cooking, Reheating, Cooling, Hot and Cold Holding (+)
Using proper cooking

Mar 8, 2012

PERSON IN CHARGE: CARLOS, MANAGER
ISSUED NEW DATE FOR POSTED GREEN SIGNAGE

Mar 8, 2012

PERSON IN CHARGE: CARLOS, MANAGER
II. PERSONNEL CLEANLINESS
At time of inspection, observed open employee beverage at grill line. Food employees shall eat, and drink only in designated areas from covered beverage containers with a lid / straw. Open beverage was voluntarily discarded during inspection and abated during inspection.

III. HANDWASHING, PREVENTION OF CONTAMINATION FROM HANDS
Hand washing facilities are adequate and conveniently located and accessible for employees.
Hand washing facilities are adequately supplied and hands are properly washed when required.
Exposed ready-to-eat foods are not touched by bare hands. Observed employees wearing single-use gloves while handling ready-to-eat foods. Spears are used at bar for placing on drink garnishments.
IV. PERSON IN CHARGE / DEMONSTRATION OF KNOWLEDGE
Manager is Serv Safe Certified in Food Safety. Observed posted ServSafe Certificates.
V. FOOD FROM AN APPROVED SOURCE
All foods are from an approved source.
VI. THAWING
Foods are thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, cooking process.
VII. COOKING, REHEATING, COOLING, HOT AND COLD HOLDING
Facility is using proper cooking temperatures.
TCS foods that have been cooked and refrigerated are reheated within 2 hours to 165 F.

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