Thanh Huong Sandwiches

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

FOUND THE HOT WATER AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT 114F. [CA] PROVIDE HOT WATER AT 120F

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

Sewage and wastewater properly disposed

Inspector’s notes

FOUND WASTE WATER IN THE MOP BUCKET. [CA] DISCARD THE WATER IN THE SANITARY SEWER.

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

FOUND NUMEROUS FRUIT FLIES IN THE BACK DRY STORAGE ROOM. [CA] ELIMINATE THE 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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Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

FOUND A TRAY WITH FOOD AND SEVERAL UNOPENED BOXES WITH FOOD STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN FREEZER. [CA] STORE FOOD 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR.

In plain English

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

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Time as a public health control; procedures & records

Inspector’s notes

FOUND SEVERAL TRAYS WITH FOOD THAT HAD THE TIME HAD EXPIRED WHEN USING TIME AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CONTROL. [CA] THE FOOD UNDER TIME MUST BE REMOVED AFTER 4 HRS UNDER TIME AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CONTROL. SEE VC&D

In plain English

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

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

FOUND THE MOP STORED INSIDE THE MOP BUCKET. [CA] HANG THE MOP TO AIR DRY.

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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Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

FOUND A LARGE PLASTIC CONTAINER STORED IN FRONT OF THE HAND WASH SINK IN THE KITCHEN. [CA] ENSURE TO KEEP THE HAND WASH SINK ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES.

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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Wiping cloths: properly used, stored

Inspector’s notes

FOUND SOME WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON THE FOOD PREPARATION TABLES IN THE KITCHEN. [CA] STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZER SOLUTION WHILE NOT IN USE.

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 obtained from approved source

Inspector’s notes

FOUND YOGURT BEING MADE IN THE FACILITY. [CA] DO NOT MAKE YOUGURT AS YOU NEED A CDFA (CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE) LICENSE TO MAKE IT. SA: MAY TAKE IT HOME THIS TIME ONLY.

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

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Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

FOUND A STAINLESS STEEL BOWL BEING USED TO SCOOP THE RICE FROM THE WORKING CONTAINER. [CA] USE FOOD GRADE WASHABLE SCOOP WITH A HANDLE AND KEEP THE HANDLE OUTSIDE THE FOOD.

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

Adequate ventilation/lighting; designated areas, use

Inspector’s notes

ONE LIGHT IS NOT WORKING AT THE HOOD. [CA] REPLACE THE LIGHT.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.