Ranch House Family Restaurant, 2931 Columbiana Road, Vestavia, AL 35216 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Ranch House Family Restaurant
Address: 2931 Columbiana Road, Vestavia, AL 35216
Total inspections: 3
Last inspection: Apr 10, 2012
Score
(the higher the better)

88

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Inspection Score
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  • Cooking surfaces, non-food contact surfaces: clean. Frequency; Methods; Refills.
  • Cooling methods. Facilities to maintain product temperature. Plant food cooking.
  • Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment: clean. Outer openings protected. Surface characteristics, indoor, outdoor: Maintained. Cleaning frequency, dustless methods. Absorbent floor materials properly used.
  • Food(ice), Non-food contact surfaces: constructed, cleanable, installed, located.
  • Lighting, Ventilation: adequate. Ventilation system(filters), clean, operated. Lights shielded.
  • Refuse, recyclables, and returnables. Outdoor/Indoor storage area approved. Receptacles provided; covered. Approved refuse disposal method.
  • Storage, handling, drying of clean equipment, utensils.
  • Thermometers provided, accurate, conspicuous.
Jul 28, 2011 91
  • Demonstration of knowledge: Approved course, other requirements met.
  • Dressing rooms provided. Employee designated areas properly located. Living/sleeping quarters separation.
  • Food contamination prevented during storage, preparation, display, handling, other.
  • Food(ice), Non-food contact surfaces: constructed, cleanable, installed, located.
  • Lighting, Ventilation: adequate. Ventilation system(filters), clean, operated. Lights shielded.
  • Refuse, recyclables, and returnables. Outdoor/Indoor storage area approved. Receptacles provided; covered. Approved refuse disposal method.
Dec 5, 2011 90
  • Cooking surfaces, non-food contact surfaces: clean. Frequency; Methods; Refills.
  • Food contact surfaces characteristics. Single service/use used when required.
  • Food(ice), Non-food contact surfaces: constructed, cleanable, installed, located.
  • Handwashing facilities: Soap, towels/drying device, sign, use restrictions.
  • Lighting, Ventilation: adequate. Ventilation system(filters), clean, operated. Lights shielded.
  • Permit, Report, Other properly posted. Administrative requirements, HACCP plan
  • Refuse, recyclables, and returnables. Outdoor/Indoor storage area approved. Receptacles provided; covered. Approved refuse disposal method.
  • Storage, handling, drying of clean equipment, utensils.
Apr 10, 2012 88

Violation descriptions and comments

Jul 28, 2011

3-501.15 Place cooling food on top shelf of cooler or freezer. 3-501.15 Use shallow pans that facilitate heat transfer when cooling food.
4-302.12 Provide appropriate, readily accessible thermometer for verifying food temperatures.
4-601.11 Clean tops of stoves and inside ovens.
4-202.16 Replace damaged gasket on RI freezer door.
4-901.11 Allow utensils to air dry before stacking.
5-501.113 Keep dumpster closed.//Close side and top lids on dumpster. 5-501.115 Remove unnecessary items from refuse storage area.//Remove old equipment and debris surrounding dumpster area.
6-501.12 Clean facilities (floors, walls, ceilings, fixtures, etc.) as often as necessary to maintain cleanliness.//Clean floors in back area near RI freezer. Clean ceiling vents and light fixture in kitchen area where heavy dust accumulation is present.
6-202.11 Provide shields or shatter-resistant light bulbs for all light fixtures in food prep and ware washing areas. 6-501.14 Clean ventilation hood filters.//Clean vent hood filters above grill in grill area.

NOV # 2E51001585 has been abated. WI freezer no longer has a leak and food in WI cooler appeared safe, adulterated and honestly presented.

Dec 5, 2011

ADPH 420-3-22.02(3)(a) Provide at least one designated person with certification from an accredited program within the past 5 years, or verification of attendance of an accredited program within the past 12 months.
3-305.11 Store food at least 6 inches above the floor.//Store carrots in WI cooler 6 inches above the floor.
4-202.16 Replace damaged gasket on freezer door.//Replace torn door gaskets on RI freezer in back area of kitchen.
5-501.113 Keep dumpster closed. 5-501.115 Clean the refuse storage area as often as necessary to maintain cleanliness.
6-303.11 Provide at least 50 foot candles of light in food prep and ware washing areas.//Replace bulbs under vent hood in grill area. 6-501.14 Clean ventilation hood filters.//Clean ventilation hood filters under vent hood in grill area.
6-305.11 Provide lockers or other suitable facilities for storage of employees personal belongings.//Store employee coats in an area away from dish rack.

Apr 10, 2012

4-202.11 Provide smooth, easily cleanable food contact surfaces.//Several chipped and cracked ice scoops and melted brushes were stored in utensil drawer.//Discard metal skillet on dish rack which contain carbon build up.//COS -scoops, utensils, and skillet were discarded.
4-601.11 Clean bottom of RI coolers throughout facility. 4-602.12 Clean microwaves at least every 24 hours. 4-602.13 Clean non food contact surfaces as often as necessary to prevent accumulation of residue.//Clean dispensing area around fruit punch dispenser.//Clean upper interior metal bar near ice machine door where rust is present.
4-202.16 Replace damaged gasket on RI freezer door. 4-202.16 Replace damaged gasket on ice machine door.
4-901.11 Allow utensils to air dry before stacking. 4-903.11 Store clean equipment and utensils at least 6 inches above the floor.//Store glasses and plates in boxes 6 inches above the floor.//COS
5-205.11 Cease using handsinks for any purpose other than handwashing.//Cease storing utensils in handwashing sink in grill room.//COS 6-301.14 Post sign at all handsinks that notifies employees to wash hands.//Post handwashing signs in both restrooms.
5-501.113 Keep dumpster closed.
6-202.11 Replace broken light shields in womens restroom. 6-303.11 Provide at least 50 foot candles of light in food prep and ware washing areas.//Replace light bulbs above 3 compartment sink.
ADPH 420-3-22-.08 Post current inspection report in a conspicuous place inside the food establishment. Report remains the property of JCDH.

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