LAS BRASAS RESTAURANT, 15 E STATE ST, Redlands, CA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: LAS BRASAS RESTAURANT
Type: Public Eating Pl (25-59 Seats)
Address: 15 E STATE ST, Redlands, CA 92373
County: San Bernardino
Total inspections: 7
Last inspection: 12/28/10
Score
94

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

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  • Food contact surfaces: clean and sanitized (-2 points)
    All food contact surfaces of utensils and equipment shall be clean and sanitized. (113984(e), 114097, 114099.1, 114099.4, 114099.6, 114101 (b-d), 114105, 114109, 114111, 114113, 114115 (a, b, d), 114117, 114125(b), 114135, 114141)
    Observed quaternary ammonium sanitizer level at 100 ppm in sanitizer buckets and 3-compartment sink. Employee states sanitizer buckets are changed every 2 hours. Use test strips to maintain quaternary ammonium sanitizer level at 200 ppm.
  • Adequate ventilation and lighting
    1
    Exhaust hoods shall be provided to remove toxic gases, heat, grease, vapors and smoke and be approved by the local building department. Canopy-type hoods shall extend 6"" beyond all cooking equipment. All areas shall have sufficient ventilation to facilitate proper food storage. Toilet rooms shall be vented to the outside air by a screened openable window, an air shaft, or a light-switch activated exhaust fan, consistent with local building codes. (114149, 114149.1) Adequate lighting shall be provided in all areas to facilitate cleaning and inspection. Light fixtures in areas where open food is stored, served, prepared, and where utensils are washed shall be of shatterproof construction or protected with light shields. (114149.2, 114149.3, 114252, 114252.1)
  • Proper cooling methods (-2 points)
    All potentially hazardous food shall be RAPIDLY cooled from 135F to 70F, within 2 hours, and then from 70F to 41 F, within 4 hours. Cooling shall be by one or more of the following methods: in shallow containers
    separating food into smaller portions
  • Food separated and protected (-1 point)
    All food shall be separated and protected from contamination. (113984 (a, b, c, d, f), 113986, 114060, 114067(a, d, e, j), 114069(a, b), 114077, 114089.1 (c), 114143 (c)) All food shall be stored, prepared, displayed or held so that it is protected from contamination.
    Observed cooked rice stored in grocery bag. Discontinue practice. Ensure approved plastic bags are used to store food.

    Observed chips on shelf missing lid. Provide lid to prevent from possible cross contamination.

    Observed lettuce missing lid in reach in cooler. Provide lid to prevent from possible cross contamination.



  • Post inspection comments:
    A grade posted.
12/28/10Re-score Grade Inspection94
  • Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use (-2 points)
    Employees shall not eat, drink, or use tobacco in non-designated areas where contamination may result. (113977) An employee shall not use a utensil to taste food more than once without being properly washed, rinsed and sanitized between uses. (113976)
    Observed employee sandwich on prep table next to onions and beans being actively prepped. Ensure all personal food and items are kept below and away from food and food contact surfaces.
  • Adequate ventilation and lighting
    1
    Exhaust hoods shall be provided to remove toxic gases, heat, grease, vapors and smoke and be approved by the local building department. Canopy-type hoods shall extend 6"" beyond all cooking equipment. All areas shall have sufficient ventilation to facilitate proper food storage. Toilet rooms shall be vented to the outside air by a screened openable window, an air shaft, or a light-switch activated exhaust fan, consistent with local building codes. (114149, 114149.1) Adequate lighting shall be provided in all areas to facilitate cleaning and inspection. Light fixtures in areas where open food is stored, served, prepared, and where utensils are washed shall be of shatterproof construction or protected with light shields. (114149.2, 114149.3, 114252, 114252.1)
  • VC & D
    Operator has voluntarily consented to the condemnation and destruction of food as said material being unfit for human consumption or otherwise in violation of California Health and Safety Code, Division 104, Part 5, Chapter 1 through 8, the disposition of which is provided for by Chapter 8, Article 3, Section 111895.

    I (We) hereby voluntarily agree to the condemnation and destruction of the following material(s) listed in violation number 52. By signing this Offical Inspection Report (OIR), I (We) hereby release the County of San Bernardino and its agent from any and all liability.
    Container of:

    chicken soup
    albondigas
    beans
    ranchera sauce

  • Equipment, utensils and linens: storage and use (-1 point)
    All clean and soiled linen shall be properly stored
    non-food items shall be stored and displayed separate from food and food-contact surfaces. (114185.3 - 114185.4)Utensils and equipment shall be handled and stored so as to be protected from contamination. (114074 - 114075, 114081, 114119, 114121, 114161, 114178, 114179, 114083, 114185, 114185.2, 114185.5) Pressurized cylinders must be securely fastened to a rigid structure. (114172)
  • Proper cooling methods (-4 points)
    All potentially hazardous food shall be RAPIDLY cooled from 135F to 70F, within 2 hours, and then from 70F to 41 F, within 4 hours. Cooling shall be by one or more of the following methods: in shallow containers
    separating food into smaller portions
  • Food Worker Certification (-2 points)
    All food handlers shall obtain a valid food worker certificate within 14 days of employment. (33.0410, 33.044)
    Provide missing food handler cards. Food handler card sheet left.
  • Signs posted
    1
    Handwashing signs shall be posted in each toilet room, directing attention to the need to thoroughly wash hands after using the restroom (113953.5) (b) No smoking signs shall be posted in food preparation, food storage, warewashing, and utensil storage areas (113978). (c) Consumers shall be notified that clean tableware is to be used when they return to self-service areas such as salad bars and buffets. (d) Any food facility constructed before January 1, 2004 without public toilet facilities, shall prominently post a sign within the food facility in a public area stating that toilet facilities are not provided (113725.1, 114381 (e)). A sign shall be posted stating that a copy of the most recent routine inspection report is available upon request. (113725.1) Permit shall be posted in conspicuous location. (114381(e)) Letter Grade Placecard shall be properly posted. SBCC 33.1406
  • Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessi (-2 points)
    Handwashing soap and towels or drying device shall be provided in dispensers
    dispensers shall be maintained in good repair. (113953.2) Adequate facilities shall be provided for hand washing. (113953, 113953.1, 114067(f)). Handwashing sink is not separated from a warewashing sink by a 6 inch high metal splashguard or 24 inch separation. (113953) Handwashing sinks shall not be obstructed, inaccessible, used improperly or kept unclean. (113953.1)
  • Food storage
    1
    Food shall be stored in approved containers and labeled as to contents. Food shall be stored at least 6"" above the floor on approved shelving in an approved location to prevent possible contamination. (114047, 114049, 114051, 114053, 114055, 114067(h), 14069 (b))
  • Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, use (-1 point)
    Food facilities that prepare food shall be equipped with warewashing facilities. Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to measure the applicable sanitization method. (114067(f,g), 114099, 114099.3, 114099.5, 114101(a), 114101.1, 114101.2, 114103, 114107, 114125) A thermometer must be readily available to monitor the temperature of the water at the warewashing sink. A warewashing sink used to wash wiping cloths, wash produce, or thaw food must be cleaned and sanitized before and after each use.
    Observed sanitizer buckets throughout facility at +200 ppm. Ensure to use test strips to maintain sanitizer level of chlorine at 100 ppm.
  • Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used (-1 point)
    All poisonous substances, detergents, bleaches, and cleaning compounds shall be stored separate from food, utensils, packing material and food-contact surfaces. (114254, 114254.1, 114254.2) An insecticide, rodenticide, or other pesticide must be used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
    Observed container of paint stored next to open container of chips. Ensure all toxic substances are stored away from food and food contact surfaces.
  • Food separated and protected (-1 point)
    All food shall be separated and protected from contamination. (113984 (a, b, c, d, f), 113986, 114060, 114067(a, d, e, j), 114069(a, b), 114077, 114089.1 (c), 114143 (c)) All food shall be stored, prepared, displayed or held so that it is protected from contamination.
    Observed several bulk containers in the dry storage with the handle touching the food. Ensure scoop handle is stored out of the food.

    Observed container of chips missing lid near ice machine. Provide lid to prevent possible cross contamination.

    Observed employee mixing pot of cooked beans on floor in kitchen. Ensure all food is kept a minimum 6 inches above the ground.

    Observed handle ice scoop at service station stored in ice. Ensure scoop handle is stored out of the ice.

    Observed raw beef stored over soup and sauces in the reach in cooler. Ensure all potentially hazardous food is stored below and away from ready to eat foods.

  • Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, (-1 point)
    Toilet facilities shall be maintained clean, sanitary and in good repair. Toilet rooms shall be separated by a well-fitting self-closing door. Toilet tissue shall be provided in a permanently installed dispenser at each toilet. The number of toilet facilities shall be in accordance with local building and plumbing ordinances. Toilet facilities shall be provided for patrons: in establishments with more than 20,000 sq ft.
    establishments offering on-site liquor consumption. (114250, 114250.1, 114276)
  • Plumbing
    1
    The potable water supply shall be protected with a backflow or back siphonage protection device, as required by applicable plumbing codes. (114192) All plumbing and plumbing fixtures shall be installed in compliance with local plumbing ordinances, shall be maintained so as to prevent any contamination, and shall be kept clean, fully operative, and in good repair. Any hose used for conveying potable water shall be of approved materials, labeled, properly stored, and used for no other purpose. (114171, 114189.1, 114190, 114193, 114193.1, 114199, 114201, 114269)


  • Post inspection comments:
    Will return within 7 days to check for compliance in cooling. Any further re-inspections may be billed at $104.00 hr.

    B grade posted. Re-inspection sheet left.
12/9/10Inspection - Routine81
No violation noted during this evaluation. 2/22/10Re-score Grade Inspection90
No violation noted during this evaluation. 2/16/10Inspection - Routine83
No violation noted during this evaluation. 2/13/09Inspection - Routine95
No violation noted during this evaluation. 8/28/08Inspection - Routine96
No violation noted during this evaluation. 1/16/08Inspection - Routine99

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