Blossom Chai Cafe

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used, stored

Inspector’s notes

Wiping cloths were stored on prep surfaces throughout facility [CA] Wiping towels shall be stored in sanitizing solution of an approved concentration when not in use (100 ppm - chlorine, 200 ppm - quaternary ammonium).

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Several containers of food did not have labels and PIC was unsure what was in the containers. [CA] Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages shall be identified with the common name of the food if not easily recognizable.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

Handwash sink blocked by cart. [CA] Handwashing facility shall be clean, unobstructed, and accessible at all times. [COS] Cart was moved to allow access to sink **REPEAT VIOLATION**

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

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No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

Inspector’s notes

Fruit flies throughout food prep areas and bathroom. [CA] Food facility shall be kept free of non-disease carrying insects, weevils, ants, gnats, and fruit flies.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

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Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

Excessive food debris build-up on floors and under equipment. [CA] Walls and/or floors in food preparation area shall be kept clean.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing

Inspector’s notes

Excessive clutter and broken equipment all around kitchen and dry storage areas. [CA] The premises of a food facility shall be free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the facility, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used to prevent the harborage of vermin.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

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Hands clean, properly washed; gloves used properly

Inspector’s notes

Employee only used hand sanitizer without handwashing in between tasks. [CA] Properly wash hands with soap, warm water and dry using single use paper towels as required. Hand sanitizer must be approved and shall be applied only to hands that have been properly cleaned. [COS] Employee was instructed to wash hands properly.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

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Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

1.Hot water at the 3-compartment sink measured 114F. 2. Hot water at the prep sink measured 110F. [CA] Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of at least 120°F measured from the faucet throughout facility except at handwash sinks.

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

Official wording

Nonfood contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

Refrigerator handles and sides of cupboards have food debris build-up. [CA] Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

Inspector’s notes

Black mold-like substance on inside of ice machine. Not actively touching ice. [CA] Clean inside of ice machine. **REPEAT VIOLATION**

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Cut tomato in prep insert measured at 47F. Per PIC tomato was placed in unit one hour prior to inspection. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below [COS] Tomato was moved to 2 door upright cooler.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

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Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

Hot water measured 116F at prep sink. [CA] Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of at least 120°F measured from the faucet throughout facility except at handwash sinks.

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

Official wording

Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing

Inspector’s notes

1.Excessive clutter and food debris all around kitchen and dry storage areas. [CA] The premises of a food facility shall be free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the facility, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used to prevent the harborage of vermin. 2. Front and back door propped open with no screen. [CA] Keep doors closed at all times to prevent the entrance and harborage of vermin.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

Official wording

Nonfood contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

Brown mold-like substance of inside of ice machine. [CA] Clean inside of ice machine regularly.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

Handwash sink was blocked by boxes and had a bottle of Windex placed in handwash sink. [CA] Handwashing facility shall be clean, unobstructed, and accessible at all times. [COS] Boxes were moved away from sink and Windex was placed on a shelf.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

1.Hot water at the 3-compartment sink measured 118F. 2. Hot water at the prep sink measured 116F. [CA] Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of at least 120°F measured from the faucet throughout facility except at handwash sinks.

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

Official wording

No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

Inspector’s notes

Accumulation of fruit flies throughout facility, food prep areas and bathroom. [CA] Food facility shall be kept free of non-disease carrying insects, weevils, ants, gnats, and fruit flies.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

Handwash sink was obstructed by a cart with wheels.[CA] Handwashing facility shall be clean, unobstructed, and accessible at all times. [COS] PIC moved cart to make handwashsink accessible.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

Official wording

Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing

Inspector’s notes

Excessive clutter and food debris all around kitchen and dry storage areas. [CA] The premises of a food facility shall be free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the facility, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used to prevent the harborage of vermin.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

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Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

Official wording

Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

Inspector’s notes

Black mold-like substance on inside of ice machine. Not actively touching ice. [CA] Clean inside of ice machine.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Containers in cupboard cooler with what appears to be butter not labeled. PIC was not sure what was in the containers. [CA] Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages shall be identified with the common name of the food if not easily recognizable.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.