minorCode MN Rule 4626.0935Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Allow equipment and utensils to air-dry after cleaning and sanitizing; only use cloths that are clean and dry for polishing utensils that have been air dried.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CLEANED PLASTIC CONTAINERS TO HAVE WATER IN BETWEEN STACKED ROWS. CONTAINERS WERE WASHED EARLY IN THE DAY AND THEY WERE NOT IN USE. MAKE SURE YOU AIR DRY KITCHEN EQUIPMENT / UTENSILS / GLASSES BEFORE STORING THEM AWAY.
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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.1520ACleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean all physical facilities (floors, walls, ceilings). Keep them clean.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MOUSE DROPPINGS INSIDE THE SMALL DRY STORAGE (INSIDE THE KITCHEN). KEEP FACILITY FREE OF MOUSE DROPPINGS.
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.
Provide control of pests by routinely: • Inspecting incoming food shipments • Inspecting the premises for evidence of pests • Eliminating conditions that attract pests
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MOUSE DROPPINGS INSIDE THE SMALL DRY STORAGE (INSIDE THE KITCHEN). CONTINUOUSLY DO AN AGGRESSIVE APPROACH TO PEST CONTROL (E.G: SEAL POINTS OF ENTRY, DO NOT LEAVE FOOD OUT, ELIMINATE HARBORAGE CONDITIONS, STRATEGIC TRAP PLACEMENT, INCREASE PEST CONTROL VISITS, ETC).
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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0735ABEquipment and utensils
Official wording
All equipment and components must be in good repair. Keep them maintained to manufacturer's specifications.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED WOODEN BAKERY TABLE WITH A DEEP CREVICE. CRACK WAS TAPED. REPAIR OR REPLACE ANY WOODEN TABLE IN THE BAKERY ROOM. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TABLE TOP COOLER IS UNABLE TO KEEP FOOD AT REPLACE OR REPAIR THIS COLD HOLDING UNIT.
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.
OBSERVED THREE LARGE CONTAINERS WITH CENTRO CRUNCH (MEAT) REGISTERING 46F. FOOD WAS MADE YESTERDAY. DO NOT USE LARGE CONTAINERS TO COOL FOOD. USE AN EFFECTIVE METHOD TO COOL FOOD FROM 135F TO 41F. OR FROM AMBIENT TEMPERATURE TO 41F IN LESS THAN 4 HOURS. MULTIPLE METHODS WERE DISCUSSED, SUCH AS ADDING ICE TO THE FOOD, SHALLOW PANS, ICE BATHS, STIRRING THE FOOD IN A CONTAINER PLACED IN AN ICE WATER BATH, ETC. FOOD WAS DISCARDED. COOLING HANDOUTS AND COOLING INFORMATION IS ATTACHED TO YOUR EMAIL.
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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0450BCDECleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Remove all multi-use equipment, utensils, and food storage containers that are not: • Smooth • Easily cleanable • Durable • Nonabsorbent • In good condition
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVE BLACK WITH YELLOW LIDS PLASTIC HOUSEHOLD CONTAINERS HOLDING CHIPS. DISCARD HOUSEHOLD CONTAINERS. ONLY USE FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS TO HOLD FOOD.
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.
Keep all cold TCS foods at 41 degrees F or colder under mechanical refrigeration.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD ABOVE 41F DURING COLD HOLDING. FOR EXAMPLE: HAM AT 51F AND CHEESE AT 48F. SEE TEMP CHART FOR MORE FOOD ITEMS AND LOCATIONS. TROUBLESHOOT ANY REFRIGERATED UNIT THAT IS NOT KEEPING FOOD AT THE RIGHT TEMPERATURE ( DO NOT USE THIS UNIT UNTIL IS ABLE TO KEEP TCS FOOD AT
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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0935Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Allow equipment and utensils to air-dry after cleaning and sanitizing; only use cloths that are clean and dry for polishing utensils that have been air dried.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CLEANED PLASTIC CONTAINERS TO HAVE WATER IN BETWEEN STACKED ROWS. CONTAINERS WERE WASHED EARLY IN THE DAY AND THEY WERE NOT IN USE. MAKE SURE YOU AIR DRY KITCHEN EQUIPMENT / UTENSILS / GLASSES BEFORE STORING THEM AWAY.
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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.1520ACleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean all physical facilities (floors, walls, ceilings). Keep them clean.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MOUSE DROPPINGS INSIDE THE SMALL DRY STORAGE (INSIDE THE KITCHEN). KEEP FACILITY FREE OF MOUSE DROPPINGS.
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.
Provide control of pests by routinely: • Inspecting incoming food shipments • Inspecting the premises for evidence of pests • Eliminating conditions that attract pests
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MOUSE DROPPINGS INSIDE THE SMALL DRY STORAGE (INSIDE THE KITCHEN). CONTINUOUSLY DO AN AGGRESSIVE APPROACH TO PEST CONTROL (E.G: SEAL POINTS OF ENTRY, DO NOT LEAVE FOOD OUT, ELIMINATE HARBORAGE CONDITIONS, STRATEGIC TRAP PLACEMENT, INCREASE PEST CONTROL VISITS, ETC).
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.
While TCS foods are cooling, keep containers uncovered, unstacked, and spread out.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CONTAINER WITH CENTRO CRUNCH (MEAT) REGISTERING 46F. FOOD WAS MADE YESTERDAY. FOOD WAS TIGHTLY COVERED DURING COOLING. DO NOT COVER / WRAP TCS FOOD DURING COOLING. FOOD WAS DISCARDED.
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.
Cool cooked TCS food: • Within two hours from 135 to 70 degrees F, and • Within a total of six hours from 135 to 41 degrees F or less
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THREE CONTAINERS WITH CENTRO CRUNCH (MEAT) REGISTERING 46F. FOOD WAS MADE YESTERDAY. NO COOLING CURVE LOG WAS AVAILABLE FOR THIS FOOD. YOU MUST FOLLOW THE COOLING CURVE AND EFFICIENTLY COOL YOUR FOOD FROM 135F TO 41F OR BELOW IN LESS THAN 6 HOURS. FASTER IS BETTER. FOOD WAS DISCARDED. COOLING CURVE WAS DISCUSSED DURING INSPECTION. COOLING HANDOUTS AND INFORMATION IS ATTACHED TO YOUR EMAIL. IF FOUND AGAIN, THIS VIOLATION WILL GENERATE A CITATION. CITATIONS START AT $200.
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.
Clean surfaces contacting non-TCS foods: • When surfaces may have been contaminated • At least once every 24 hours for consumer self-service utensils • Before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils • As often as needed to keep surfaces clean
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0735ABEquipment and utensils
Official wording
All equipment and components must be in good repair. Keep them maintained to manufacturer's specifications.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED WOODEN BAKERY TABLE WITH A DEEP CREVICE. CRACK WAS TAPED. REPAIR OR REPLACE ANY WOODEN TABLE IN THE BAKERY ROOM. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DISH MACHINE HAVE A LOW RINSE TEMPERATURE “RED WARNING” ON DISPLAY. REPAIR THIS MACHINE TO ELIMINATE ANY WARNINGS.
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.
OBSERVED LARGE CONTAINER WITH PICKLED RED ONIONS (HOT BRINE). FOOD WAS REGISTERING 44F. FOOD WAS MADE YESTERDAY. DO NOT USE LARGE CONTAINERS TO COOL FOOD. USE AN EFFECTIVE METHOD TO COOL FOOD FROM 135F TO 41F. OR FROM AMBIENT TEMPERATURE TO 41F IN LESS THAN 4 HOURS. MULTIPLE METHODS WERE DISCUSSED, SUCH AS ADDING ICE TO THE FOOD, SHALLOW PANS, ICE BATHS, STIRRING THE FOOD IN A CONTAINER PLACED IN AN ICE WATER BATH, ETC. FOOD WAS DISCARDED. COOLING HANDOUTS AND COOLING INFORMATION IS ATTACHED TO YOUR EMAIL.
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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0450BCDECleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Remove all multi-use equipment, utensils, and food storage containers that are not: • Smooth • Easily cleanable • Durable • Nonabsorbent • In good condition
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVE BLACK WITH YELLOW LIDS PLASTIC HOUSEHOLD CONTAINERS HOLDING CHIPS. DISCARD HOUSEHOLD CONTAINERS. ONLY USE FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS TO HOLD FOOD.
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.
Keep all cold TCS foods at 41 degrees F or colder under mechanical refrigeration.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD ABOVE 41F DURING COLD HOLDING. FOR EXAMPLE: HAM AT 47F AND CHEESE AT 46F. SEE TEMP CHART FOR MORE FOOD ITEMS AND LOCATIONS. TROUBLESHOOT ANY REFRIGERATED UNIT THAT IS NOT KEEPING FOOD AT THE RIGHT TEMPERATURE ( INSTRUCTED PIC TO TURN DOWN SETTINGS OR TO MOVE TCS FOOD TO ANOTHER LOCATION FOR NOW.
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.
NO HAND SOAP AVAILABLE AT HANDWASHING SINK IN THE KITCHEN (MIDDLE OF THE KITCHEN). KEEP HANDWASHING SINKS FULLY STOCKED. PIC PROVIDED SOAP FOR THIS LOCATION.
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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0935Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Allow equipment and utensils to air-dry after cleaning and sanitizing; only use cloths that are clean and dry for polishing utensils that have been air dried.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CLEANED PLASTIC CONTAINERS TO HAVE WATER IN BETWEEN STACKED ROWS. CONTAINERS WERE WASHED EARLY IN THE DAY AND THEY WERE NOT IN USE. MAKE SURE YOU AIR DRY KITCHEN EQUIPMENT / UTENSILS / GLASSES BEFORE STORING THEM AWAY.
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.
Have an approved chlorine chemical sanitizer solution. The solution must have a minimum concentration of 50 ppm. The solution must also meet the temperature and pH requirements of this rule.
Inspector’s notes
DISH MACHINE WAS REGISTERING 10PPM OF SANITIZER (CHLORINE) (BAR). RANGE FOR CHLORINE IS 50-200PPM. REPAIR / CALIBRATE DISH MACHINE.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
SOAP DISPENSER WAS OUT OF BATTERIES AT HAND SINK BY DRY STORAGE INSIDE THE KITCHEN. KEEP ALL DISPENSER IN WORKING CONDITIONS. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- OBSERVED A CEILING TILE OPEN IN THE KITCHEN. REPLACE ANY MISSING CEILING TILES IN THE FACILITY.
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.
Keep at each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks one of: • A supply of disposable towels • A continuous towel system • An approved air temperature hand drying device
Inspector’s notes
PAPER TOWELS WERE MISSING AT HANDWASHING SINK IN THE KITCHEN (MIDDLE) KEEP ALL HAND SINKS FULLY STOCKED AT ALL TIMES. PIC PROVIDED TOWELS DURING INSPECTION.
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.
Keep handwashing sinks accessible at all times. Make sure they are only used for handwashing.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A RED SANI BUCKET STORED INSIDE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE KITCHEN. DO NOT STORE ANYTHING INSIDE OR IN FRONT OF HAND WASHING SINKS. DO NOT BLOCK ACCESS TO SINKS. PERSON IN CHARGE CLEARED ACCESS DURING INSPECTION.
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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0840CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean non-food contact surfaces of equipment. Keep them clean.
Inspector’s notes
CAN OPENER HOLDER IS DIRTY WITH OLD FOOD DEBRIS. KEEP EQUIPMENT 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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.1520ACleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean all physical facilities (floors, walls, ceilings). Keep them clean.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DUSTY CEILINGS TILES BY AIR VENT INSIDE THE KITCHEN. CLEAN OR REPLACE CEILING TILES. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- OBSERVED MOUSE DROPPINGS INSIDE THE SMALL DRY STORAGE (INSIDE THE KITCHEN). KEEP FACILITY FREE OF MOUSE DROPPINGS.
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.
Provide control of pests by routinely: • Inspecting incoming food shipments • Inspecting the premises for evidence of pests • Eliminating conditions that attract pests
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MOUSE DROPPINGS INSIDE THE SMALL DRY STORAGE (INSIDE THE KITCHEN). CONTINUOUSLY DO AN AGGRESSIVE APPROACH TO PEST CONTROL (E.G: SEAL POINTS OF ENTRY, DO NOT LEAVE FOOD OUT, ELIMINATE HARBORAGE CONDITIONS, STRATEGIC TRAP PLACEMENT, INCREASE PEST CONTROL VISITS, ETC).
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.
While TCS foods are cooling, keep containers uncovered, unstacked, and spread out.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CONTAINER TIGHTLY COVERED WITH PICKLED RED ONIONS (HOT BRINE). FOOD WAS REGISTERING 44F. FOOD WAS MADE YESTERDAY. DO NOT COVER / WRAP TCS FOOD DURING COOLING. FOOD WAS DISCARDED.
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.
Cool cooked TCS food: • Within two hours from 135 to 70 degrees F, and • Within a total of six hours from 135 to 41 degrees F or less
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CONTAINER WITH PICKLED RED ONIONS (HOT BRINE). FOOD WAS REGISTERING 44F. FOOD WAS MADE YESTERDAY. NO COOLING CURVE LOG WAS AVAILABLE FOR THIS FOOD. YOU MUST FOLLOW THE COOLING CURVE AND EFFICIENTLY COOL YOUR FOOD FROM 135F TO 41F OR BELOW IN LESS THAN 6 HOURS. FASTER IS BETTER. FOOD WAS DISCARDED. COOLING CURVE WAS DISCUSSED DURING INSPECTION. COOLING HANDOUTS AND INFORMATION IS ATTACHED TO YOUR EMAIL.
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.
For mechanical dishwashing machines using hot water sanitizing, the surface temperature of the utensils and equipment must reach 160 degrees F or higher.
Inspector’s notes
DISH MACHINE RACK TEMPERATURE WAS REGISTERING 148F. ADJUST MACHINE WATER TEMP SETTING TO READ THE APPROPRIATE RINSE (SANITIZE) TEMPERATURE ACCORDINGLY WITH MANUFACTURE’S DATA PLATE AND FOOD CODE (160F UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE).
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.
Clean surfaces contacting non-TCS foods: • When surfaces may have been contaminated • At least once every 24 hours for consumer self-service utensils • Before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils • As often as needed to keep surfaces clean
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
The person in charge must make sure employees follow proper food safety procedures, including: • Proper handwashing • Preventing cross-contamination from bare hands • Proper cooking of TCS foods • Proper cooling of TCS foods • Proper hot and cold temperatures of TCS foods • Preventing plumbing cross connections • Properly sanitizing equipment and utensils
Inspector’s notes
ESTABLISHMENT WAS NOT ADEQUATELY EXECUTING ACTIVE MANAGERIAL CONTROL (AMC) WITH MULTIPLE HIGH PRIORITY (IMPORTANT) VIOLATIONS. MAKE SURE THE PERSON IN CHARGE (PIC) IS EXECUTING ACTIVE MANAGERIAL CONTROL. SEE MANAGER CHECK LIST HANDOUT ATTACHED TO REPORT. REPEAT VIOLATIONS MAY GENERATE CITATIONS. CITATIONS START AT $200. ADDITIONAL INSPECTIONS HAVE AN ASSOCIATED FEE OF $100.
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.
Provide containers for food or beverages prepared for takeout or to be eaten immediately. Containers must be reuseable, recyclable or compostable.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SOUP CUPS MADE OF PAPER WITH PE LINING (PLASTIC). DO NOT BUY UNAPPROVED TO GO CONTAINERS. PURCHASE APPROVED MATERIAL THAT ARE REUSABLE, RECYCLABLE (1,2 & 5) OR CERTIFIED COMPOSTABLE (BPI OR ASTM 6868). DO NOT USE BLACK PLASTIC CONTAINERS / LIDS. SEE HANDOUT ATTACHED
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.1040BWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Keep the plumbing system in good repair.
Inspector’s notes
DISH MACHINE IS LEAKING WATER BY BACK FLOW DEVICE AND PRESSURE GAUGE PIPE. REPAIR WATER LEAK. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- HAND WASHING SINK WAS NOT WORKING AT FRONT OF THE HOUSE (LEFT PREP AREA). REPAIR / REPLACE NEEDED PLUMBING FIXTURES SO THIS SINK IS FUNCTIONAL AND AVAILABLE FOR HAND WASHING PROCEDURE.
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.
OBSERVED LARGE CONTAINERS WITH COOKED FOOD DURING COOLING. FOR EXAMPLE: CARNITAS. FOOD WAS REGISTERING 96F. NO COOLING LOG WAS AVAILABLE. DO NOT USE LARGE CONTAINERS TO COOL FOOD. USE AN EFFECTIVE METHOD TO COOL FOOD FROM 135F TO 41F. INSTRUCTED PIC TO PUT THESE FOOD ITEMS INTO SHALLOW PANS AND TO HOLD ALL THESE PANS INTO A SPEED RACK FOR PROPER COOLING WITH LOTS OF AIR FLOW. OTHER METHODS WERE DISCUSSED TOO, SUCH AS ADDING ICE TO THE FOOD, ICE BATHS, STIRRING THE FOOD IN A CONTAINER PLACED IN AN ICE WATER BATH, ETC. COOLING INFORMATION WAS ATTACHED TO YOUR PREVIOUS EMAIL.
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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0450BCDECleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Remove all multi-use equipment, utensils, and food storage containers that are not: • Smooth • Easily cleanable • Durable • Nonabsorbent • In good condition
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVE BLACK WITH YELLOW LIDS PLASTIC HOUSEHOLD CONTAINERS HOLDING CHIPS. DISCARD HOUSEHOLD CONTAINERS. ONLY USE FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS TO HOLD FOOD.
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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033APermits, training, and postings
Official wording
The business must employ at least one valid Minnesota Food Protection Manager's certification (CFPM). Find more information on the Minnesota Department of Health web page.
Inspector’s notes
NO STATE REGISTERED CFPM CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE. GO TO AN APPROVED SERVSAFE CLASS AND THEN SUBMIT YOUR CLASS CERTIFICATE TO MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. APPLY ONLINE. ONCE YOU RECEIVE YOUR STATE CERTIFICATION DOCUMENT, PLEASE POST IT ON A VISIBLE PLACE. https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/environment/food/cfpm/index.html
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.
Hang mops to dry after using. Store mops in a way that will not make walls, equipment or supplies dirty.
Inspector’s notes
MOP WAS STORED INSIDE MOP BUCKET. PROVIDE AND USE EFFECTIVE WALL MOP HANGERS TO HANG THE MOP SO THAT THE MOP CAN DRIP DRY DIRECTLY INTO THE MOP SINK AND NOT ONTO THE HANDLE OF THE MOP. DO NOT STORE MOPS ON THE FLOOR OR INSIDE MOP BUCKET / SINK.
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.
Provide containers for food or beverages prepared for takeout or to be eaten immediately. Containers must be reuseable, recyclable or compostable.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SOUP CUPS MADE OF PAPER WITH PE LINING (PLASTIC). DO NOT BUY UNAPPROVED TO GO CONTAINERS. PURCHASE APPROVED MATERIAL THAT ARE REUSABLE, RECYCLABLE (1,2 & 5) OR CERTIFIED COMPOSTABLE (BPI OR ASTM 6868). DO NOT USE BLACK PLASTIC CONTAINERS / LIDS. SEE HANDOUT ATTACHED
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0735ABEquipment and utensils
Official wording
All equipment and components must be in good repair. Keep them maintained to manufacturer's specifications.
Inspector’s notes
DISH MACHINE HAVE A LOW RINSE TEMPERATURE “RED WARNING” ON DISPLAY. REPAIR THIS MACHINE TO ELIMINATE ANY WARNINGS. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ OBSERVED WOODEN BAKERY TABLE WITH A DEEP CREVICE. CRACK WAS TAPED. REPAIR OR REPLACE WOODEN TABLE.
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.
Have an approved chlorine chemical sanitizer solution. The solution must have a minimum concentration of 50 ppm. The solution must also meet the temperature and pH requirements of this rule.
Inspector’s notes
DISH MACHINE WAS REGISTERING 0PPM OF SANITIZER (CHLORINE). RANGE FOR CHLORINE IS 50-200PPM. REPAIR / CALIBRATE DISH MACHINE. PIC REPLACED CHLORINE SUPPLY DURING INSPECTION.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0275CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Store in-use food preparation and serving utensils only on clean, sanitized surfaces.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED KNIVES STORED WEDGED IN BETWEEN COOLERS. DISCONTINUE THIS PRACTICE. STORE UTENSILS IN AN APPROVED, CLEAN, DRY AND SANITIZED LOCATION. KNIVES WERE MOVED TO WAREWASHING AREA.
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.
Keep a log to record employee illness symptoms. Have it available upon request.
Inspector’s notes
EMPLOYEE ILLNESS LOG WAS MISSING THE “RETURN TO WORK DATE” ON SOME REPORTED ILLNESS. MOVING FORWARD, DO NOT FORGET TO RECORD ALL REQUIRED INFORMATION (EACH COLUMN AS LISTED ON THE LOG), INCLUDING THE RETURN TO WORK DATE.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
majorCode MN Rule 4626.0220CFood source and labeling
Official wording
Maintain the identity of the source of shellstock sold or served by retaining the tags or labels for 90 days; using a recordkeeping system that keeps the tags in chronological order; and if shellstock is removed from original tagged or labeled container, the shellstock identification is maintained and shellstock is not commingled with shellstock from another container with different tags or labels.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED RAW HALF SHELL OYSTERS. SOME TAGS WERE MISSING AND THE ONES PRESENT WERE NOT DATED. DO NOT DISCARD TAGS. MAINTAIN TAGS IN CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER ACCORDING TO DATE OF SALE OR SERVICE AND KEEP THEM FOR 90 DAYS (MINIMUM). A SUGGESTION WAS MADE AS TO DATE TAGS BEFORE FILING THEM AWAY.
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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0935Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Allow equipment and utensils to air-dry after cleaning and sanitizing; only use cloths that are clean and dry for polishing utensils that have been air dried.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CLEANED PLASTIC CONTAINERS TO HAVE WATER IN BETWEEN STACKED ROWS. CONTAINERS WERE WASHED EARLY IN THE DAY AND THEY WERE NOT IN USE. MAKE SURE YOU AIR DRY KITCHEN EQUIPMENT / UTENSILS / GLASSES BEFORE STORING THEM AWAY.
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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.1040BWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Keep the plumbing system in good repair.
Inspector’s notes
DISH MACHINE IS LEAKING WATER BY BACK FLOW DEVICE AND PRESSURE GAUGE PIPE. REPAIR WATER LEAK. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- HAND WASHING SINK WAS NOT WORKING AT FRONT OF THE HOUSE (LEFT PREP AREA). REPAIR / REPLACE NEEDED PLUMBING FIXTURES SO THIS SINK IS FUNCTIONAL AND AVAILABLE FOR HAND WASHING PROCEDURE.
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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0495Cleaning and sanitizing
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Non-food contact surfaces of equipment must be made of materials which are corrosion-resistant, non-absorbent, and smooth. Remove equipment with non-food contact surfaces made of other materials.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ORIGINAL GREY PLASTIC LINING AT STAINLESS STEEL NEW PREP TABLE (BY WALK IN COOLER ENTRANCE). REMOVE MANUFACTURER PLASTIC WRAP ON NEW EQUIPMENT.
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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.
OBSERVED MULTIPLE LARGE CONTAINERS WITH COOKED FOOD. FOR EXAMPLE: BLACK BEANS, SALSA ROJA, SALSA VERDE, ETC. FOOD WAS REGISTERING DIFFERENT TEMPERATURES SUCH AS 188F FOR SALSA VERDE TO 145F FOR BEANS. DO NOT USE LARGE CONTAINERS TO COOL FOOD. USE AN EFFECTIVE METHOD TO COOL FOOD FROM 135F TO 41F. INSTRUCTED PIC TO PUT THESE FOOD ITEMS INTO SHALLOW PANS AND TO HOLD ALL THESE PANS INTO A SPEED RACK FOR PROPER COOLING WITH LOTS OF AIR FLOW. OTHER METHODS WERE DISCUSSED TOO, SUCH AS ADDING ICE TO THE FOOD, ICE BATHS, STIRRING THE FOOD IN A CONTAINER PLACED IN AN ICE WATER BATH, ETC. COOLING HANDOUTS AND COOLING INFORMATION IS ATTACHED TO YOUR EMAIL.
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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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0450BCDECleaning and sanitizing
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Remove all multi-use equipment, utensils, and food storage containers that are not: • Smooth • Easily cleanable • Durable • Nonabsorbent • In good condition
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVE BLACK WITH YELLOW LIDS PLASTIC HOUSEHOLD CONTAINERS HOLDING CHIPS. DISCARD HOUSEHOLD CONTAINERS. ONLY USE FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS TO HOLD FOOD.
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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.
NO HAND SOAP AVAILABLE AT HANDWASHING SINK IN THE KITCHEN (BY MAIN DOORS). KEEP HANDWASHING SINKS FULLY STOCKED. NOTE: OTHER HAND WASHING SINKS WERE FULLY STOCKED NEARBY.
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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.
Have an item to verify the surface temperature of dishes reaches 160 degrees F inside mechanical hot water dishwashers.
Inspector’s notes
NO THERMOMETER OR TEST STRIP AVAILABLE FOR HOT WATER DISH MACHINE. THIS DEVICE SHALL BE ABLE TO REGISTER THE UTENSIL SURFACE MINIMUM TEMPERATURE (160F). PURCHASE AND USE A DEVICE TO REGISTER UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE WHEN USING DISH MACHINE.
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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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033APermits, training, and postings
Official wording
The business must employ at least one valid Minnesota Food Protection Manager's certification (CFPM). Find more information on the Minnesota Department of Health web page.
Inspector’s notes
NO STATE REGISTERED CFPM CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE. GO TO AN APPROVED SERVSAFE CLASS AND THEN SUBMIT YOUR CLASS CERTIFICATE TO MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. APPLY ONLINE. ONCE YOU RECEIVE YOUR STATE CERTIFICATION DOCUMENT, PLEASE POST IT ON A VISIBLE PLACE. https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/environment/food/cfpm/index.html
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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.
Hang mops to dry after using. Store mops in a way that will not make walls, equipment or supplies dirty.
Inspector’s notes
MOP WAS STORED INSIDE MOP BUCKET. PROVIDE AND USE EFFECTIVE WALL MOP HANGERS TO HANG THE MOP SO THAT THE MOP CAN DRIP DRY DIRECTLY INTO THE MOP SINK AND NOT ONTO THE HANDLE OF THE MOP. DO NOT STORE MOPS ON THE FLOOR OR INSIDE MOP BUCKET / SINK.
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Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
Keep all cold TCS foods at 41 degrees F or colder under mechanical refrigeration.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD ABOVE 41F DURING COLD HOLDING. FOR EXAMPLE: EGG AT 43F AND BUTTER AT 45F. SEE TEMP CHART FOR MORE FOOD ITEMS AND LOCATIONS. TROUBLESHOOT ANY REFRIGERATED UNIT THAT IS NOT KEEPING FOOD AT THE RIGHT TEMPERATURE ( INSTRUCTED PIC TO TURN DOWN SETTINGS OR TO MOVE TCS FOOD TO ANOTHER LOCATION FOR NOW.
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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.
Discontinue storing food preparation or dispensing utensils in a container of water that is not maintained at 135 degrees F (57 degrees C) and not cleaned when empty.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SEVERAL ICE-CREAM SCOOPS STORED INSIDE A CONTAINER WITH STAGNANT WATER IN BETWEEN USES (ROOM TEMP). DISCONTINUE THIS PRACTICE. STORE UTENSILS IN AN APPROVED, CLEAN, DRY AND SANITIZED LOCATION. SCOOPS WERE MOVED TO WAREWASHING AREA.
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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.
The person in charge must make sure employees follow proper food safety procedures, including: • Proper handwashing • Preventing cross-contamination from bare hands • Proper cooking of TCS foods • Proper cooling of TCS foods • Proper hot and cold temperatures of TCS foods • Preventing plumbing cross connections • Properly sanitizing equipment and utensils
Inspector’s notes
ESTABLISHMENT WAS NOT ADEQUATELY EXECUTING ACTIVE MANAGERIAL CONTROL (AMC) WITH MULTIPLE HIGH PRIORITY (IMPORTANT) VIOLATIONS. MAKE SURE THE PERSON IN CHARGE (PIC) IS EXECUTING ACTIVE MANAGERIAL CONTROL. SEE MANAGER CHECK LIST HANDOUT ATTACHED TO REPORT. REPEAT VIOLATIONS MAY GENERATE CITATIONS. CITATIONS START AT $200. ADDITIONAL INSPECTIONS HAVE AN ASSOCIATED FEE OF $100.
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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.
Use only chemical sanitizers on food-contact surfaces that meet Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations requirements: • Part 180, section 180.940 • Part 180, subpart E, section 180.2020
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SANI BUCKET REGISTERING 500PPM OF QUAT SANITIZER. INSTRUCTED PIC TO DILUTE SOLUTION TO AN ACCEPTABLE RANGE (200-400PPM) BASED ON MANUFACTURER’S DIRECTIONS. MONITOR CONCENTRATION SOLUTIONS WITH YOUR CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS OFTEN.
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Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
Provide containers for food or beverages prepared for takeout or to be eaten immediately. Containers must be reuseable, recyclable or compostable.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SOUP CUPS MADE OF PAPER WITH PE LINING (PLASTIC) AND BACK PLASTICS. USE UP OLD MATERIAL QUICKLY AND REPLACE WITH APPROVED TO GO CONTAINERS. PURCHASE APPROVED MATERIAL THAT ARE REUSABLE, RECYCLABLE (1,2 & 5) OR CERTIFIED COMPOSTABLE (BPI OR ASTM 6868). DO NOT USE BLACK PLASTIC CONTAINERS.
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GREEN TO GO RECYCLING/ORGANICS SYSTEM. Provide consumers with an opportunity to recycle and/or appropriately manage compostable plastics and utilize a qualified recycling and/or organics management system. This ordinance shall take effect April 22, 2015. (89-Or-060,§ 1, 3-31-89; 96-Or-059, ? 3, 6-28-96; 2014-Or-023, ? 3, 5-23-14)
Inspector’s notes
ESTABLISHMENT HAVE COMPOSTABLE PLASTIC CUPS. NO ORGANICS / COMPOSTABLE HAULER AVAILABLE. PROVIDE COMPOSTABLE / ORGANICS HAULER TO BE ABLE TO COMPOST REQUIRED MATERIALS AND FOOD SCRAPS, ETC.
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Use only chemical sanitizers on food-contact surfaces that meet Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations requirements: • Part 180, section 180.940 • Part 180, subpart E, section 180.2020
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SANI BUCKET REGISTERING 500PPM OF QUAT SANITIZER. INSTRUCTED PIC TO DILUTE SOLUTION TO AN ACCEPTABLE RANGE (200-400PPM) BASED ON MANUFACTURER’S DIRECTIONS. MONITOR CONCENTRATION SOLUTIONS WITH YOUR CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS OFTEN.
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Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
Hang mops to dry after using. Store mops in a way that will not make walls, equipment or supplies dirty.
Inspector’s notes
MOP WAS STORED INSIDE MOP BUCKET. PROVIDE AND USE EFFECTIVE WALL MOP HANGERS TO HANG THE MOP SO THAT THE MOP CAN DRIP DRY DIRECTLY INTO THE MOP SINK AND NOT ONTO THE HANDLE OF THE MOP. DO NOT STORE MOPS ON THE FLOOR OR INSIDE MOP BUCKET / SINK.
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Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
The consumer advisory disclosure must include either: • A description of the food as raw or undercooked • An asterisk to a footnote describing the food as raw or undercooked
Inspector’s notes
ASTERISK WAS MISSING AT BURGERS AND EGGS COOKED TO ORDER. ADD AN ASTERISK (*) NEXT TO REQUIRED FOOD ITEMS TO DIRECT CONSUMER TO EXISTING FOOTNOTE WITH CONSUMER WARNING. ALSO UPDATE YOUR ONLINE MENU.
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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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0275CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Store in-use food preparation and serving utensils only on clean, sanitized surfaces.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED TONGS STORED ON THE OVEN HANDLE AT THE COOK LINE. FOOD OPERATORS CAN CONTAMINATE UTENSILS WITH LEGS OR APRON. DISCONTINUE THIS PRACTICE. STORE UTENSILS IN AN APPROVED, CLEAN, DRY AND SANITIZED LOCATION. TONGS WERE MOVED TO ANOTHER LOCATION.
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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.
Post a sign at all handwashing sinks used by employees to remind them to wash their hands.
Inspector’s notes
HAND WASHING SIGNS WERE MISSING ON A FEW HAND WASHING SINKS. PROVIDE A SIGN FOR EACH SINK USED BY FOOD WORKERS.
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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.
Keep all cold TCS foods at 41 degrees F or colder under mechanical refrigeration.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD ABOVE 41F DURING COLD HOLDING INSIDE HIPPO POCKET COOLER AND SALSA COOLER. OBSERVED PICKLES AT 67F STORED AT ROOM TEMP. FOR EXAMPLE: CHEESE AT 47F, HAM AT 45 AND PICKLES AT 67F. SEE TEMP CHART FOR MORE FOOD ITEMS AND LOCATIONS. TROUBLESHOOT ANY REFRIGERATED UNIT THAT IS NOT KEEPING FOOD AT THE RIGHT TEMPERATURE ( DO NOT KEEP TCF FOODS AT ROOM TEMPERATURE. INSTRUCTED PIC TO TURN DOWN SETTINGS OR TO MOVE TCS FOOD TO ANOTHER LOCATION FOR NOW.
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.
Provide containers for food or beverages prepared for takeout or to be eaten immediately. Containers must be reuseable, recyclable or compostable.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SOUP CUPS MADE OF PAPER WITH PE LINING (PLASTIC) AND BACK PLASTICS. USE UP OLD MATERIAL QUICKLY AND REPLACE WITH APPROVED TO GO CONTAINERS. PURCHASE APPROVED MATERIAL THAT ARE REUSABLE, RECYCLABLE (1,2 & 5) OR CERTIFIED COMPOSTABLE (BPI OR ASTM 6868). DO NOT USE BLACK PLASTIC CONTAINERS.
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Discontinue storing food preparation or dispensing utensils in a container of water that is not maintained at 135 degrees F (57 degrees C) and not cleaned when empty.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SEVERAL UTENSILS STORED INSIDE CONTAINERS WITH STAGNANT WATER IN BETWEEN USES (ROOM TEMP). DISCONTINUE THIS PRACTICE. STORE UTENSILS IN AN APPROVED, CLEAN, DRY AND SANITIZED LOCATION.
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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.
Food businesses must have handwashing sinks with a water temperature of: • At least 100 degrees F • Not hotter than 130 degrees F • If children use the sink, the water temperature must not be hotter than 120 degrees F
Inspector’s notes
WATER TEMPERATURE AT HANDWASHING SINK IN THE FRONT OF THE BUSINESS WAS REGISTERING 69F. MAKE SURE YOU HAVE A COMBINATION FAUCET WITH HOT AND COLD WATER TO BE ABLE TO ACHIEVE 110-130F FOR PROPER HANDWASHING PROCEDURE.
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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.
GREEN TO GO RECYCLING/ORGANICS SYSTEM. Provide consumers with an opportunity to recycle and/or appropriately manage compostable plastics and utilize a qualified recycling and/or organics management system. This ordinance shall take effect April 22, 2015. (89-Or-060,§ 1, 3-31-89; 96-Or-059, ? 3, 6-28-96; 2014-Or-023, ? 3, 5-23-14)
Inspector’s notes
ESTABLISHMENT HAVE COMPOSTABLE PLASTIC CUPS. NO ORGANICS / COMPOSTABLE HAULER AVAILABLE. PROVIDE COMPOSTABLE / ORGANICS HAULER TO BE ABLE TO COMPOST REQUIRED MATERIALS AND FOOD SCRAPS, ETC.
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criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0040DPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
The person in charge must notify the regulatory authority of any complaint from a consumer having or suspected of having diarrhea or vomiting, norovirus, hepatitis A virus, Salmonella spp., Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, or other enteric bacterial, viral, or parasitic pathogens.
Inspector’s notes
PERSON IN CHARGE DID NOT KNOW HOW TO HANDLE CUSTOMER’S COMPLAINTS RELATED TO FOOD BORNE ILLNESSES. YOU MUST REPORT TO MDH AT 1-877-FOOD-ILL ANY CUSTOMER’S COMPLAINT RELATED TO FOOD BORNE ILLNESSES (E.G: VOMITING, DIARRHEA, ETC). ALSO SHARE THIS PHONE NUMBER WITH AFFECTED CUSTOMER.
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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.
Keep a log to record employee illness symptoms. Have it available upon request.
Inspector’s notes
NO EMPLOYEE ILLNESS LOG AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. MAINTAIN IN THE FACILITY A LOG TO BE ABLE TO RECORD REQUIRED ILLNESSES / SYMPTOMS, EXCLUSION DATES, ETC. BE SURE THE PERSON IN CHARGE CAN LOCATE THE LOG UPON REQUEST BY HEALTH INSPECTORS. A SAMPLE IS ATTACHED TO THIS REPORT.
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Before using Time as a Public Health Control for TCS food develop, follow and keep written procedures onsite.
Inspector’s notes
ESTABLISHMENT WAS USING THE CONCEPT OF TIME AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CONTROL (TPHC) TO KEEP TCS FOOD OUT OF MECHANICAL REFRIGERATION. FOR EXAMPLE: SALSAS MADE OUT COOKED VEGGIES. OPERATOR WAS NOT ABLE TO PROVIDE WRITTEN PROCEDURE THAT DESCRIBE HOW TO USE TPHC AT THIS ESTABLISHMENT. PROVIDE A WRITTEN DOCUMENT WITH A CLEAR PROCEDURE ON HOW TO USE TPHC. GUIDANCE DOCUMENT / HANDOUT IS ATTACHED TO THIS REPORT. HAVE WRITTEN DOCUMENT AVAILABLE FOR YEARLY REVIEW AND EMPLOYEE TRAININGS.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.