July 21, 2009 (Critical Procedures)

• 2-102.11C - Critical The person in charge did not demonstrate their knowledge of foods identified as major food allergens and the symptoms that a major food allergen could cause in a sensitive individual who has an allergic relation.
  Based on the risks inherent to the food operation, during inspections and upon request the person in charge shall demonstrate to the regulatory authority knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, application of the hazard analysis and critical control point principles, and the requirements of this Code. The person in charge shall demonstrate this knowledge by responding correctly to the inspector's questions as they relate to the specific food operation. The areas of knowledge include describing foods identified as major food allergens and the symptoms that a major food allergen could cause in a sensitive individual who has an allergic relation.
• 2-102.11C - Critical The person in charge did not demonstrate their knowledge of the Big Five Foodborne Illnesses (Salmonella, E. Coli, Hepatitis A, Norovirus, and Shigella) and symptoms associated with the diseases that are transmissible through food.
  Based on the risks inherent to the food operation, during inspections and upon request the person in charge shall demonstrate to the regulatory authority knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, application of the hazard analysis and critical control point principles, and the requirements of this Code. The person in charge shall demonstrate this knowledge by responding correctly to the inspector's questions as they relate to the specific food operation. The areas of knowledge include describing the symptoms associated with the diseases that are transmissible through food.
• 2-301.12A - Critical Food employees are not cleaning their hands and exposed portions of their arms.1. The only handwashing sink in the kitchen was not provided with paper towels resulting in employees not being able to follow proper handwashing procedures.CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION.
  Food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms, including surrogate prosthetic devices for hands or arms for at least 20 seconds, using a cleaning compound in a handwashing sink that is equipped as specified under section 5-202.12 and Subpart 6-301. If approved and capable of removing the types of soils encountered in the food operations involved, an automatic handwashing facility may be used by food employees to clean their hands or surrogate prosthetic devices.
• 2-301.14 - Critical A food employee failed to wash his or her hands before donning gloves for working with food.CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION.
  Instruct food employees to clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles (A) After touching bare human body parts other than clean, exposed portions of arms (B) After using the toilet room (C) After caring for or handling service animals or aquatic animals as specified in 2-403.11(B) (D) After coughing, sneezing, using a handkerchief or disposable tissue, using tobacco, eating, or drinking (E) After handling soiled equipment or utensils (F) During food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination and to prevent cross contamination when changing tasks (G) When switching between working with raw food and working with ready-to-eat food (H) Before donning gloves for working with food and (I) After engaging in other activities that contaminate the hands.
• 3-302.11 - Critical Food is not in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.1. Raw burgers, cooked green beans, sliced tomatoes, and orange wedges were observed uncovered inside the "Beverage Air" counter refrigerator.
  Food shall be protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings. This section does not apply to: (1) Whole, uncut, raw fruits and vegetables and nuts in the shell, that require peeling or hulling before consumption; (2) Primal cuts, quarters, or sides of raw meat or slab bacon that are hung on clean, sanitized hooks or placed on clean, sanitized racks; (3) Whole, uncut, processed meats such as country hams, and smoked or cured sausages that are placed on clean, sanitized racks; (4) Food being cooled as specified under Subparagraph 3-501.15(B)(2); or (5) Shellstock.
• 3-302.11 - Critical Ready-to-eat food is not protected from cross contamination by separating them from raw animal foods.1. Raw chicken stored over cooked green beans, sliced tomatoes, and spinach quiche.2. Raw beef and raw pork stored over pie shells and bread inside the "Everest" freezer.3. Raw beef stored over sliced strawberries inside the walk-in cooler.4. Raw shelled eggs stored over shredded cheese inside the walk-in cooler.
  Food shall be protected from cross contamination by separating raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding, and display from: (a) Raw ready-to-eat food including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw ready-to-eat food such as fruits and vegetables, and (b) Cooked ready-to-eat food.
• 3-501.16A2 - Critical Repeat The following foods were observed cold holding at improper temperatures:1. Raw chicken at 65 oF inside the "Bev Air" one door upright refrigerator.CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION. Chicken was discarded.2. Chicken tarragon salad mix at 45 oF, Brie cheese at 45 oF, Butter at 46 oF, Ham at 48 oF, and Milk at 45 oF inside the sandwich prep refrigerator.
  Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control as specified under section 3-501.19, and except as specified under paragraph (B) of this section, Potentially Hazardous Food (Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food) shall be maintained at 5°C (41°F) or less. Bacterial growth and/or toxin production can occur if potentially hazardous food (time/temperature control for safety food) remains in the temperature "Danger Zone" of 5°C to 57°C (41°F to 135°F) too long. Up to a point, the rate of growth increases with an increase in temperature within this zone. Beyond the upper limit of the optimal temperature range for a particular organism, the rate of growth decreases. Operations requiring heating or cooling of food should be performed as rapidly as possible to avoid the possibility of bacterial growth.
• 3-501.16B - Critical Shell eggs not treated to destroy all viable Salmonellae were not stored in a refrigerated unit with an ambient air temperature of 45°F or less.1. Nine raw shelled eggs at 83 oF sitting out at room temperature on work table.CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION. Eggs were discarded.
  Eggs that have not been treated to destroy all viable Salmonellae shall be stored in refrigerated equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 7°C (45°F) or less.
• 7-102.11 - Critical Repeat Working container used for storing poisonous or toxic materials (degreaser) is not clearly and/or individually identified with the common name of the material. The spray bottle was unlabeled.
  Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. It is common practice in food establishments to purchase many poisonous or toxic materials including cleaners and sanitizers in bulk containers. Working containers are frequently used to convey these materials to areas where they will be used, resulting in working containers being stored in different locations in the establishment. Identification of these containers with the common name of the material helps prevent the dangerous misuse of the contents.

February 09, 2009 (Routine)

• 2-103.11B&C - Customers on-site are accustomed to enter the establishment through the back door and walking through the kitchen to get to the front dining area.
  The person in charge shall ensure that persons unnecessary to the food establishment operation are not allowed in the food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas, except that brief visits and tours may be authorized by the person in charge if steps are taken to ensure that exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. Employees and other persons such as delivery and maintenance persons and pesticide applicators entering the food preparation, food storage, and warewashing areas comply with this Code.
• 2-303.11 - Employees are wearing jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food [rings].
  Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band, while preparing food, food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands.
• 2-401.11 - Corrected During Inspection Critical An open beverage container not handled to prevent contamination of a food employee's hands, the container, exposed food, and/or clean equipment was observed.
  A food employee may drink from a closed beverage container if the container is handled to prevent contamination of: (1) The employee's hands; (2) The container; and (3) Exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
• 3-302.11 - Critical Ready-to-eat food is not protected from cross contamination by separating them from raw animal foods [Box of raw chicken observed stored over a box of oranges in the walk-in refrigerator].
  Food shall be protected from cross contamination by separating raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding, and display from: (a) Raw ready-to-eat food including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw ready-to-eat food such as fruits and vegetables, and (b) Cooked ready-to-eat food.
• 3-501.13 - Cornish chicken not thawed properly [found in standing water].
  Potentially hazardous food (time/temperature control for safety food) shall be thawed: (A) Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 5°C (41°F) or less; or (B) Completely submerged under running water: (1) At a water temperature of 21°C (70°F) or below, (2) With sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow, and (3) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of ready-to-eat food to rise above 5°C (41°F), or (4) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of a raw animal food requiring cooking as specified under paragraph 3-401.11 (A) or (B) to be above 5°C (41°F), for more than 4 hours including: (a) The time the food is exposed to the running water and the time needed for preparation for cooking, or (b) The time it takes under refrigeration to lower the food temperature to 5°C (41°F); (C) As part of the cooking process if the food that is frozen is: (1) Cooked as specified under paragraph 3-401.11 (A) or (B) or section 3-401.12, or (2) Thawed in a microwave oven and immediately transferred to conventional cooking equipment, with no interruption in the process; or (D) Using any procedure if a portion of frozen ready-to-eat food is thawed and prepared for immediate service in response to an individual consumer's order. Freezing prevents microbial growth in foods, but usually does not destroy all microorganisms. Improper thawing provides an opportunity for surviving bacteria to grow to harmful numbers and/or produce toxins. If the food is then refrozen, significant numbers of bacteria and/or all preformed toxins are preserved.
• 3-501.15A - Cooling of the Navy bean soup and rice were not accomplished with the time and temperature criteria specified under section 3-501.14 [within 6 hours].
  Cooling shall be accomplished in accordance with the time and temperature criteria specified under section 3-501.14 by using one or more of the following methods based on the type of food being cooled: (1) Placing food in shallow pans; (2) Separating the food into smaller or thinner portions; (3) Using rapid cooling equipment ; (4) Stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath; (5) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer; (6) Adding ice as an ingredient; or (7) Other effective methods. Alternatives to conventional methods include avoiding the need to cool larger masses by preparing smaller batches closer to periods of service or chilling while stirring hot food in containers within an ice water bath. Commercial refrigeration equipment is designed to hold cold food temperatures, not cool large masses of food. Rapid chilling equipment is designed to cool the food to acceptable temperatures quickly by using very low temperatures and high rates of air circulation.
• 4-302.14 - A chlorine test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration of the sanitizing solution is not provided.
  A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. Testing devices to measure the concentration of sanitizing solutions are required for 2 reasons: 1. The use of chemical sanitizers requires minimum concentrations of the sanitizer during the final rinse step to ensure sanitization; and 2. Too much sanitizer in the final rinse water could be toxic.
• 4-703.11 - Critical After being cleaned, equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils are not sanitized in the chemical mechanical operations, using a proper solution.
  After being cleaned, equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be sanitized in chemical manual or mechanical operations, including the application of sanitizing chemicals by immersion, manual swabbing, brushing, or pressure spraying methods, using a solution as specified under section 4-501.114 by providing: (1) An exposure time of at least 10 seconds for a chlorine solution specified under paragraph 4-501.114(A), (2) An exposure time of at least 7 seconds for a chlorine solution of 50 mg/L that has a pH of 10 or less and a temperature of at least 38C (100F) or a pH of 8 or less and a temperature of at least 24C (75F), (3) An exposure time of at least 30 seconds for other chemical sanitizing solutions, or (4) An exposure time used in relationship with a combination of temperature, concentration, and pH that, when evaluated for efficacy, yields sanitization as defined in Subparagraph 1-201.10(B). Efficacious sanitization depends on warewashing being conducted within certain parameters. Time is a parameter applicable to both chemical and hot water sanitization. The time hot water or chemicals contact utensils or food-contact surfaces must be sufficient to destroy pathogens that may remain on surfaces after cleaning. Other parameters, such as rinse pressure, temperature, and chemical concentration are used in combination with time to achieve sanitization.
• 5-501.113 - Shared waste receptacles are not all kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors.
  Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food establishment. Outside receptacles must be constructed with tight-fitting lids or covers to prevent the scattering of the garbage or refuse by birds, the breeding of flies, or then entry of rodents.
• 6-202.11 - The light bulbs in the heated display case unit are not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant.
  Light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. Shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant bulbs need not be used in areas used only for storing food in unopened packages, if: (1) The integrity of the packages cannot be affected by broken glass falling onto them; and (2) The packages are capable of being cleaned of debris from broken bulbs before the packages are opened. Shielding of light bulbs helps prevent breakage. Light bulbs that are shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant are necessary to protect exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles from glass fragments should the bulb break.
• 6-303.11 - The light intensity is below 50 foot candles where a food employee is working with food [some kitchen ceiling lights are out].
  The light intensity shall be at least 540 lux (50 foot candles) at a surface where a food employee is working with food or working with utensils or equipment such as knives, slicers, grinders, or saws where employee safety is a factor. Lighting levels are specified so that sufficient light is available to enable employees to perform certain functions such as reading labels; discerning the color of substances; identifying toxic materials; recognizing the condition of food, utensils and supplies; and safely conducting general food establishment operations and clean-up.
• 6-303.11 - The light intensity is below 20 foot candles inside the "Traulsen" 3-door refrigerator.
  The light intensity shall be at least 215 lux (20 foot candles): (1) At a surface where food is provided for consumer self-service such as buffets and salad bars or where fresh produce or packaged foods are sold or offered for consumption, (2) Inside equipment such as reach-in and under-counter refrigerators; and (3) At a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor in areas used for handwashing, warewashing, and equipment and utensil storage, and in toilet rooms. Lighting levels are specified so that sufficient light is available to enable employees to perform certain functions such as reading labels; discerning the color of substances; identifying toxic materials; recognizing the condition of food, utensils and supplies; and safely conducting general food establishment operations and clean-up.
• 6-303.11 - The light intensity is below 10 foot candles in the walk-in freezer.
  The light intensity shall be at least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in the walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning. Properly distributed light makes the need for cleaning apparent by making accumulations of soil conspicuous.
• 6-501.12 - The floor and light fixtures are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean [dead roaches were observed].
  Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning of the physical facilities is an important measure in ensuring the protection and sanitary preparation of food. A regular cleaning schedule should be established and followed to maintain the facility in a clean and sanitary manner.
• 7-102.11 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials are not clearly and/or individually identified with the common name of the material [unlabelled spray bottle].
  Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. It is common practice in food establishments to purchase many poisonous or toxic materials including cleaners and sanitizers in bulk containers. Working containers are frequently used to convey these materials to areas where they will be used, resulting in working containers being stored in different locations in the establishment. Identification of these containers with the common name of the material helps prevent the dangerous misuse of the contents.
• 9.2-3.1a - Critical The food establishment does not have a valid license.
  No person shall operate a food establishment who does not have a valid license issued to him by the county manager. Only a person who complies with the requirements of this chapter shall be entitled to receive or retain such a license. Licenses are not transferable. A valid license shall be posted in every food establishment in a conspicuous place.

October 21, 2008 (Critical Procedures)

• 2-301.12A - Critical (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): The only handsink in the kitchen was observed without soap or hot water thus employee are not washing hands effectively.>>CFM put soap and turned on the hot water at sink.
  Food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms, including surrogate prosthetic devices for hands or arms for at least 20 seconds, using a cleaning compound in a handwashing sink that is equipped as specified under section 5-202.12 and Subpart 6-301. If approved and capable of removing the types of soils encountered in the food operations involved, an automatic handwashing facility may be used by food employees to clean their hands or surrogate prosthetic devices.
• 3-302.11 - Critical Food is not in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.>>The spinach pies observed not covered in the 2-door prep.
  Food shall be protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings. This section does not apply to: (1) Whole, uncut, raw fruits and vegetables and nuts in the shell, that require peeling or hulling before consumption; (2) Primal cuts, quarters, or sides of raw meat or slab bacon that are hung on clean, sanitized hooks or placed on clean, sanitized racks; (3) Whole, uncut, processed meats such as country hams, and smoked or cured sausages that are placed on clean, sanitized racks; (4) Food being cooled as specified under Subparagraph 3-501.15(B)(2); or (5) Shellstock.
• 3-501.16A2 - Critical Repeat The following foods observed cold holding at the improper temperature:1. Eggplant parm at 47F in the Bev 1-dr refrigerator2. Chicken salad at 47F and Ham/cheese (layered) in the sandwich prep unit (reduce the quantity of each container).
  Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control as specified under section 3-501.19, and except as specified under paragraph (B) of this section, Potentially Hazardous Food (Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food) shall be maintained at 5°C (41°F) or less. Bacterial growth and/or toxin production can occur if potentially hazardous food (time/temperature control for safety food) remains in the temperature "Danger Zone" of 5°C to 57°C (41°F to 135°F) too long. Up to a point, the rate of growth increases with an increase in temperature within this zone. Beyond the upper limit of the optimal temperature range for a particular organism, the rate of growth decreases. Operations requiring heating or cooling of food should be performed as rapidly as possible to avoid the possibility of bacterial growth.
• 4-601.11A - Critical The slicer and microwave are not clean to sight and touch.
  Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. The objective of cleaning focuses on the need to remove organic matter from food-contact surfaces so that sanitization can occur.

July 01, 2008 (Follow-up)

May 29, 2008 (Follow-up)

• 3-501.14A - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Soup in the "Trauslen" 3-door refrigerator dated with yesterday's date in a deep covered container was not cooled within 2 hours from 57°C (135°F) to 21°C (70°F); and/or within a total of 6 hours from 57°C (135°F) to 5°C (41°F) or less.
  Cooked potentially hazardous food (time/temperature control for safety food) shall be cooled: (1) Within 2 hours from 57°C (135°F) to 21°C (70°F); and (2) Within a total of 6 hours from 57°C (135°F) to 5°C (41°F) or less. Safe cooling requires removing heat from food quickly enough to prevent microbial growth. Excessive time for cooling of potentially hazardous foods (time/temperature control for safety foods) has been consistently identified as one of the leading contributing factors to foodborne illness. During slow cooling, potentially hazardous foods (time/temperature control for safety foods) are subject to growth of a variety of pathogenic microorganisms. A longer time near ideal bacterial incubation temperatures, 21°C - 52°C (70°F - 125°F), is to be avoided. If the food is not cooled in accordance with this Code requirement, pathogens may grow to sufficient numbers to cause foodborne illness. Discard the product.
• 3-501.15B - Repeat The soup was not arranged to provide maximum heat transfer and/or loosely covered, or uncovered while cooling [in a deep container tightly wrapped with plastic.
  When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be: (1) Arranged in equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls; and (2) Loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination as specified under Subparagraph 3-305.11(A)(2), during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. Large food items, such as roasts, turkeys, and large containers of rice or refried beans, take longer to cool because of the mass and volume from which heat must be removed. By reducing the volume of the food in an individual container, the rate of cooling is dramatically increased and opportunity for pathogen growth is minimized. If the hot food container is tightly covered, the rate of heat transfer is reduced, i.e., the time required for cooling and the time the food is exposed to optimal temperatures for bacterial multiplication or toxin production are increased.
• 3-501.16A2 - Critical Repeat Foods inside then top portion of the sandwich prep refrigerator are cold holding at the improper temperature of 46-48°F.
  Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control as specified under section 3-501.19, and except as specified under paragraph (B) of this section, Potentially Hazardous Food (Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food) shall be maintained at 5°C (41°F) or less. Bacterial growth and/or toxin production can occur if potentially hazardous food (time/temperature control for safety food) remains in the temperature "Danger Zone" of 5°C to 57°C (41°F to 135°F) too long. Up to a point, the rate of growth increases with an increase in temperature within this zone. Beyond the upper limit of the optimal temperature range for a particular organism, the rate of growth decreases. Operations requiring heating or cooling of food should be performed as rapidly as possible to avoid the possibility of bacterial growth.
• 4-101.19 - Repeat The nonfood-contact surface of the aluminum foil used to line the shelving under the wine glasses and the towel and strings on some skillet handles are not corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth.
  Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that requires frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment routinely exposed to splash or food debris are required to be constructed of nonabsorbent materials to facilitate cleaning. Equipment that is easily cleaned minimizes the presence of pathogenic organisms, moisture, and debris and deters the attraction of rodents and insects.
• 4-502.13 - Corrected During Inspection Repeat Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of food.
  Discontinue the reuse of single-use containers for food storage. Provide approved reusable food storage containers designed for your food storage needs.
• 6-202.11 - Repeat The light bulbs in the pass thru heated display case, and the light above the customer counter where the silverware is stored are not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant.
  Light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. Shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant bulbs need not be used in areas used only for storing food in unopened packages, if: (1) The integrity of the packages cannot be affected by broken glass falling onto them; and (2) The packages are capable of being cleaned of debris from broken bulbs before the packages are opened. Shielding of light bulbs helps prevent breakage. Light bulbs that are shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant are necessary to protect exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles from glass fragments should the bulb break.
• 6-202.15 - The outer openings of the food establishment are not protected against the entry of insects and rodents [Front and back doors are propped open].
  Outer openings of a 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, tight-fitting doors. This does not apply if a food establishment opens into a larger structure, such as a mall, airport, or office building, or into an attached structure, such as a porch, and the outer openings from the larger or attached structure are protected against the entry of insects and rodents. Exterior doors used as exits need not be self-closing if they are: (1) Solid and tight-fitting; (2) Designated for use only when and emergency exists, by the fire protection authority that has jurisdiction over the food establishment; and (3) Limited-use so they are not used for entrance or exit from the building for purposes other than the designated emergency exit use. If windows or doors are kept open for ventilation or other purposes or a temporary food establishment is not provided with windows and doors, the openings shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (1) 16 mesh to 25.4 mm (16 mesh to 1 inch) screens; (2) Properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or (3) Other effective means. This does not apply if flying insects and other pests are absent due to the location of the establishment, the weather, or other limiting condition. Insects and rodents are vectors of disease-causing microorganisms which may be transmitted to humans by contamination of food and food-contact surfaces. The presence of insects and rodents is minimized by protecting outer openings to the food establishment.
• 6-303.11 - Repeat The light intensity is below 20 foot candles inside the "Traulsen" 3-door refrigerator.
  The light intensity shall be at least 215 lux (20 foot candles): (1) At a surface where food is provided for consumer self-service such as buffets and salad bars or where fresh produce or packaged foods are sold or offered for consumption, (2) Inside equipment such as reach-in and under-counter refrigerators; and (3) At a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor in areas used for handwashing, warewashing, and equipment and utensil storage, and in toilet rooms. Lighting levels are specified so that sufficient light is available to enable employees to perform certain functions such as reading labels; discerning the color of substances; identifying toxic materials; recognizing the condition of food, utensils and supplies; and safely conducting general food establishment operations and clean-up.

April 28, 2008 (Routine)

• 3-501.14A - Critical Chicken salad was not cooled within 4 hours from 21°C (70°F) to 5°C (41°F) or less.
  Cooked potentially hazardous food (time/temperature control for safety food) shall be cooled: (1) Within 2 hours from 57°C (135°F) to 21°C (70°F); and (2) Within a total of 6 hours from 57°C (135°F) to 5°C (41°F) or less. Safe cooling requires removing heat from food quickly enough to prevent microbial growth. Excessive time for cooling of potentially hazardous foods (time/temperature control for safety foods) has been consistently identified as one of the leading contributing factors to foodborne illness. During slow cooling, potentially hazardous foods (time/temperature control for safety foods) are subject to growth of a variety of pathogenic microorganisms. A longer time near ideal bacterial incubation temperatures, 21°C - 52°C (70°F - 125°F), is to be avoided. If the food is not cooled in accordance with this Code requirement, pathogens may grow to sufficient numbers to cause foodborne illness.
• 3-501.15B - Food container of warm mashed potatoes and sauce were not arranged to provide maximum heat transfer and/or loosely covered, or uncovered while cooling [in plastic deep containers tightly wrapped with plastic.
  When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be: (1) Arranged in equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls; and (2) Loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination as specified under Subparagraph 3-305.11(A)(2), during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. Large food items, such as roasts, turkeys, and large containers of rice or refried beans, take longer to cool because of the mass and volume from which heat must be removed. By reducing the volume of the food in an individual container, the rate of cooling is dramatically increased and opportunity for pathogen growth is minimized. If the hot food container is tightly covered, the rate of heat transfer is reduced, i.e., the time required for cooling and the time the food is exposed to optimal temperatures for bacterial multiplication or toxin production are increased.
• 3-501.16A2 - Critical Repeat Foods inside the sandwich prep refrigerator and in the "Bev Air" 1-door refrigerator are cold holding at the improper temperatures of 47-56°F.
  Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control as specified under section 3-501.19, and except as specified under paragraph (B) of this section, Potentially Hazardous Food (Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food) shall be maintained at 5°C (41°F) or less. Bacterial growth and/or toxin production can occur if potentially hazardous food (time/temperature control for safety food) remains in the temperature "Danger Zone" of 5°C to 57°C (41°F to 135°F) too long. Up to a point, the rate of growth increases with an increase in temperature within this zone. Beyond the upper limit of the optimal temperature range for a particular organism, the rate of growth decreases. Operations requiring heating or cooling of food should be performed as rapidly as possible to avoid the possibility of bacterial growth.
• 4-101.19 - The nonfood-contact surface of the aluminum foil used to line the shelving cabinet under the soda system is not corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth.
  Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that requires frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment routinely exposed to splash or food debris are required to be constructed of nonabsorbent materials to facilitate cleaning. Equipment that is easily cleaned minimizes the presence of pathogenic organisms, moisture, and debris and deters the attraction of rodents and insects.
• 4-302.14 - A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration of the sanitizing solution is not provided. [I provided the facility with a kit]
  A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. Testing devices to measure the concentration of sanitizing solutions are required for 2 reasons: 1. The use of chemical sanitizers requires minimum concentrations of the sanitizer during the final rinse step to ensure sanitization; and 2. Too much sanitizer in the final rinse water could be toxic.
• 4-501.11 - The sandwich prep refrigerator not maintaining foods at 41°F or below and the heated display case unit with a cracked pane are not maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements of materials for construction and repair and/or design.
  Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under Parts 4-1 [Materials for Construction and Repair] and 4-2 [Design and Construction]. Proper maintenance of equipment to manufacturer specifications helps ensure that it will continue to operate as designed. Failure to properly maintain equipment could lead to violations of the associated requirements of the Code that place the health of the consumer at risk. For example, refrigeration units in disrepair may no longer be capable of properly cooling or holding potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) foods at safe temperatures.
• 4-502.13 - Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of food [reusing brady bottles, cheese containers, strawberry containers, fish containers, etc.].
  Discontinue the reuse of single-use containers for food storage. Provide approved reusable food storage containers designed for your food storage needs.
• 4-601.11A - Critical Inside the 2-door counter refrigerator is not clean to sight and touch.
  Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. The objective of cleaning focuses on the need to remove organic matter from food-contact surfaces so that sanitization can occur.
• 4-603.16 - Washed utensils and equipment are not rinsed by use of a distinct, separate water rinse after washing and before sanitizing in a 3-compartment sink or equivalent equipment [the 3-vat sink was not set-up, missing a stopper for the sink compartment with the garbage disposal, and the operator could not demonstrate proper procedures].
  Washed utensils and equipment shall be rinsed so that abrasives are removed and cleaning chemicals are removed or diluted through the use of water or a detergent-sanitizer solution by use of a distinct, separate water rinse after washing and before sanitizing if using: (1) A 3-compartment sink, (2) Alternative manual warewashing equipment equivalent to a 3-compartment sink as specified in paragraph 4-301.12(C), or (3) A 3-step washing, rinsing, and sanitizing procedure in a warewashing system for CIP equipment. It is important to rinse off detergents, abrasive, and food debris after the wash step to avoid diluting or inactivating the sanitizer.
• 6-202.11 - The light bulbs in the pass thru heated display case, and the light above the customer counter where the silverware is stored are not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant.
  Light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. Shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant bulbs need not be used in areas used only for storing food in unopened packages, if: (1) The integrity of the packages cannot be affected by broken glass falling onto them; and (2) The packages are capable of being cleaned of debris from broken bulbs before the packages are opened. Shielding of light bulbs helps prevent breakage. Light bulbs that are shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant are necessary to protect exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles from glass fragments should the bulb break.
• 6-303.11 - The light intensity is below 20 foot candles inside the "Traulsen" 3-door refrigerator.
  The light intensity shall be at least 215 lux (20 foot candles): (1) At a surface where food is provided for consumer self-service such as buffets and salad bars or where fresh produce or packaged foods are sold or offered for consumption, (2) Inside equipment such as reach-in and under-counter refrigerators; and (3) At a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor in areas used for handwashing, warewashing, and equipment and utensil storage, and in toilet rooms. Lighting levels are specified so that sufficient light is available to enable employees to perform certain functions such as reading labels; discerning the color of substances; identifying toxic materials; recognizing the condition of food, utensils and supplies; and safely conducting general food establishment operations and clean-up.
• 6-501.11 - There are small holes and crevices in the walls of the kitchen and basement.
  Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities. This requirement is intended to ensure that the physical facilities are properly maintained in order serve their intended purpose.
• 6-501.111 - Insect, rodent, and/or other pest harborage conditions exist on the premises [A live roach was observed on the wall behind the fire extinguisher, and on the floor under the 3-vat sink; dead roaches were observed on the floor downstairs, in the 3-vat sink, and by the kitchen handsink].
  The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by eliminating harborage conditions. Insects and other pests are capable of transmitting disease to man by contaminating food and food-contact surfaces. Effective measures must be taken to control their presence in food establishments.
• 6-501.12 - The kitchen walls are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean [roach droppings observed on them].
  Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning of the physical facilities is an important measure in ensuring the protection and sanitary preparation of food. A regular cleaning schedule should be established and followed to maintain the facility in a clean and sanitary manner.
• 7-102.11 - Critical Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials are not clearly and/or individually identified with the common name of the material [chemical spray bottle not labelled or properly stored down and away from equipment].
  Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. It is common practice in food establishments to purchase many poisonous or toxic materials including cleaners and sanitizers in bulk containers. Working containers are frequently used to convey these materials to areas where they will be used, resulting in working containers being stored in different locations in the establishment. Identification of these containers with the common name of the material helps prevent the dangerous misuse of the contents.

December 28, 2007 (Critical Procedures)

• 2-102.11C - Critical The person in charge failed to answered the big five pathogens that cause food illness and the minimum temperature for hot holding
  Based on the risks inherent to the food operation, during inspections and upon request the person in charge shall demonstrate to the regulatory authority knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, application of the hazard analysis and critical control point principles, and the requirements of this Code. The person in charge shall demonstrate this knowledge by: responding correctly to the inspector's questions as they relate to the specific food operation. The areas of knowledge include: (1) Describing the relationship between the prevention of foodborne disease and the personal hygiene of a food employee; (2) Explaining the responsibility of the person in charge for preventing the transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease; (3) Describing the symptoms associated with the diseases that are transmissible through food; (4) Explaining the significance of the relationship between maintaining the time and temperature of potentially hazardous food (PHF) [time/temperature control for safety food (TCS)] and the prevention of foodborne illness; (5) Explaining the hazards involved in the consumption of raw or undercooked meat, poultry, eggs, and fish; (6) Stating the required food temperatures and times for the safe cooking of PHF (TCS) including meat, poultry, eggs, and fish; (7) Stating the required temperatures and times for the safe refrigerated storage, hot holding, cooling, and reheating of PHF (TCS); (8) Describing the relationship between the prevention of foodborne illness and the management and control of the following: (a) Cross contamination, (b) Hand contact with ready-to-eat foods, (c) Handwashing, and (d) Maintaining the food establishment in a clean condition and in good repair; (9) Describing foods identified as major food allergens and the symptoms that a major food allergen could cause in a sensitive individual who has an allergic relation; (10) Explaining the relationship between food safety and providing equipment that is: (a) Sufficient in number and capacity, and (b) Properly designed, constructed, located, installed, operated, maintained, and cleaned; (11) Explaining correct procedures for cleaning and sanitizing utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment; (12) Identifying the source of water used and measures taken to ensure that it remains protected from contamination such as providing protection from backflow and precluding the creation of cross connections; (13) Identifying poisonous or toxic materials in the food establishment and the procedures necessary to ensure that they are safely stored, dispensed, used, and disposed of according to law; (14) Identifying critical control points in the operation from purchasing through sale or service that when not controlled may contribute to the transmission of foodborne illness and explaining steps taken to ensure that the points are controlled in accordance with the requirements of this Code; (15) Explaining the details of how the person in charge and food employees comply with the HACCP plan if a plan is required by the law, this Code, or an agreement between the regulatory authority and the food establishment; (16) Explaining the responsibilities, rights, and authorities assigned by this Code to the: (a) Food employee, (b) Conditional employee, (c) Person in charge, (d) Regulatory Authority; and (17) Explaining how the person in charge, food employees, and conditional employees comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees.
• 3-501.16A2 - Critical Chicken salad at 53 F, cold cut ham at 51 F and cut tomatoes at 50 F inside the prep table.
  Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control as specified under section 3-501.19, and except as specified under paragraph (B) of this section, Potentially Hazardous Food (Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food) shall be maintained at 5°C (41°F) or less to limit bacterial growth and/or toxin production.
• 4-602.11 - Critical The inside of the Delfield reach-in freezer need cleaning.
  Clean storage equipment at a frequency to preclude accumulation of soil residues to prevent contamination of food in storage and reduce attraction of insects and rodents.

February 28, 2007 (Follow-up)