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Restaurant: Ritz Diner
Address: 135 Lancaster Dr Se, Salem, OR 97301
Phone: (503) 370-7810
Total inspections: 13
Last inspection: Mar 21, 2013

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95

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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.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Smooth, nonabsorbent, easily cleanable, and durable floor surfaces shall be provided. Provide closely woven and easily cleanable carpet in carpeted areas. Provide nonabsorbent floor surfaces in food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, warewashing areas, toilet rooms, handwashing areas, storage rooms, janitorial areas, laundry areas, interior garbage and refuse storage rooms, areas subject to flushing or spray cleaning methods, and other areas subject to moisture.

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.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Smooth, nonabsorbent, easily cleanable, and durable floor surfaces shall be provided. Provide closely woven and easily cleanable carpet in carpeted areas. Provide nonabsorbent floor surfaces in food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, warewashing areas, toilet rooms, handwashing areas, storage rooms, janitorial areas, laundry areas, interior garbage and refuse storage rooms, areas subject to flushing or spray cleaning methods, and other areas subject to moisture.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Smooth, nonabsorbent, easily cleanable, and durable wall and ceiling surfaces shall be provided. Provide nonabsorbent wall and ceiling surfaces for food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, warewashing areas, toilet rooms, handwashing areas, storage areas, janitorial areas, laundry areas, interior garbage and refuse storage rooms, areas subject to flushing or spray cleaning methods, and other areas subject to moisture.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

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.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Multiuse equipment, utensils, and food storage containers may not impart color, odors or tastes to food and shall be made of safe materials. Multiuse equipment, utensils, and food storage containers shall be durable, corrosion-resistant and nonabsorbent.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material.
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.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Outer openings of the food establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: 1) filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; 2) closed, tight-fitting windows; and, 3) solid, self-closing doors. Windows or doors used for ventilation must be protected by the use of screens, air curtains, or other effective means.

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 140째F (60째C) or more or 41째F (5째C) or less or if the container is cleaned as required.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Multiuse equipment, utensils, and food storage containers may not impart color, odors or tastes to food and shall be made of safe materials. Multiuse equipment, utensils, and food storage containers shall be durable, corrosion-resistant and nonabsorbent.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: All equipment and components shall be in good repair and maintained and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. Maintain the cutting or piercing parts of can openers in a sharp condition.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

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.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they can not contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens or single-service or single-use articles by spacing or partitioning.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material.

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.
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.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Food shall be protected from contamination by being stored: 1) in a clean, dry location; 2) where it is not exposed to splash, dust or other contamination; or 3) at least 6 inches above the floor.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: All equipment and components shall be in good repair and maintained and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. Maintain the cutting or piercing parts of can openers in a sharp condition.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Outer openings of the food establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: 1) filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; 2) closed, tight-fitting windows; and, 3) solid, self-closing doors. Windows or doors used for ventilation must be protected by the use of screens, air curtains, or other effective means.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Foods shall be protected from cross contamination during storage, preparation, holding, and display by separating raw animal foods and unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods, ready-to-eat raw animal foods (fish for sushi), fruits and vegetables, and by separating different types of raw animal foods from each other. If stored vertically, raw animal foods must be stored in ascending order of cooking temperature, with the highest required cooking temperature at the lowest level. Food shall be wrapped or covered in storage.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

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.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

REQUIRED CORRECTION: An accurate, easily readable temperature measuring device shall be located in the warmest part of mechanically refrigerated units and in the coolest part of hot food storage units.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Multiuse food-contact surfaces shall be smooth, free of breaks, open seams, cracks, chips, pits and other imperfections and accessible for cleaning or inspection.
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.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

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.
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.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

REQUIRED CORRECTION: Food shall be protected from contamination by being stored: 1) in a clean, dry location; 2) where it is not exposed to splash, dust or other contamination; or 3) at least 6 inches above the floor.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment or supplies.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Foods shall be protected from cross contamination during storage, preparation, holding, and display by separating raw animal foods and unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods, ready-to-eat raw animal foods (fish for sushi), fruits and vegetables, and by separating different types of raw animal foods from each other. If stored vertically, raw animal foods should be stored in ascending order of cooking temperature, with the highest required cooking temperature at the lowest level.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material.
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.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

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