Use approved trapping devices or other means of pest control when pests are found.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FRUIT / DRAIN FLIES BY THE 3-COMP SINK. CONTACT YOUR PEST CONTROL COMPANY TO ADDRESS AND ELIMINATE FLIES. HAVE INVOICES AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW BY THE HEALTH INSPECTOR.
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.
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 REGULAR HOUSEHOLD BLEACH IN THE ESTABLISHMENT. THIS PRODUCT IS BEING USED FOR SANITIZING. OBTAIN CHLORINE SOLUTION (BLEACH) OR OTHER SANITIZER THAT IS SPECIFIC FOR SANITIZING FOOD CONTACT SURFACES. IT WILL STATE ON THE LABEL SOMETHING LIKE “FOR SANITIZING GLASSES, DISHES, UTENSILS, ETC”. THESE PRODUCTS HAVE INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO USE AND DILUTE IT. ALWAYS CHECK WITH APPROPRIATE TEST STRIP THE CONCENTRATION OF THE SANITIZER. AN EXAMPLE OF THE LABEL REQUIREMENTS WAS SEND VIA TEXT.
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.
The services of a licensed pest control operator shall be required when a facility has evidence of rodent or insect activity to the extent that rodent droppings are visible, or live insects are seen during an inspection. The facility shall maintain records of the pest control operator's services on file for inspection. (2003-Or-023, ? 3, 2-28-03)
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FRUIT / DRAIN FLIES BY THE 3-COMP SINK. NO LICENSED PEST CONTROL CONTRACT AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. PROVIDE A CURRENT DETAILED INVOICE / CONTRACT ADDRESSING PEST IN THE ESTABLISHMENT (SMALL FLIES). HAVE INVOICES AVAILABLE FOR HEALTH INSPECTIONS.
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.
criticalCode MN Rule 4626.1085ACleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Provide a pressure type vacuum breaker device on water supply lines used for water pressure cleaning systems, recoil hose reels, flex hose water supplies, or other situations where the control valve is located downstream from the water supply source. Atmospheric vacuum breakers are prohibited in these applications.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED GREEN PRESSURIZED HOSE AT THE MOP SINK WITH A “B642 DEVICE” BUT NO BLEEDING DEVICE. THIS SET UP IS NOT RIGHT DUE TO LACK OF PROPER BACK FLOW PREVENTION AND NO BLEEDING DEVICE. YOU HAVE TWO OPTIONS: 1.- GET RID OF THE HOSE OR 2.- INSTALL A BACK FLOW DEVICE SUCH AS 1052 AND A PRESSURE BLEEDING DEVICE. DO NOT LEAVE WATER OPEN / ON FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME. THIS WILL NEGATE USE OF 1052.
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.
OBSERVED SOME DAMAGE CEILING TILES. REPLACE DAMAGED 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.
Use approved trapping devices or other means of pest control when pests are found.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FRUIT / DRAIN FLIES BY THE 3-COMP SINK. CONTACT YOUR PEST CONTROL COMPANY TO ADDRESS AND ELIMINATE FLIES. HAVE INVOICES AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW BY THE HEALTH INSPECTOR.
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.
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 REGULAR HOUSEHOLD BLEACH IN THE ESTABLISHMENT. THIS PRODUCT IS BEING USED FOR SANITIZING. OBTAIN CHLORINE SOLUTION (BLEACH) OR OTHER SANITIZER THAT IS SPECIFIC FOR SANITIZING FOOD CONTACT SURFACES. IT WILL STATE ON THE LABEL SOMETHING LIKE “FOR SANITIZING GLASSES, DISHES, UTENSILS, ETC”. THESE PRODUCTS HAVE INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO USE AND DILUTE IT. ALWAYS CHECK WITH APPROPRIATE TEST STRIP THE CONCENTRATION OF THE SANITIZER. AN EXAMPLE OF THE LABEL REQUIREMENTS WAS SEND VIA TEXT.
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.
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 THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT. A SAMPLE IS ATTACHED TO THIS REPORT.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
The services of a licensed pest control operator shall be required when a facility has evidence of rodent or insect activity to the extent that rodent droppings are visible, or live insects are seen during an inspection. The facility shall maintain records of the pest control operator's services on file for inspection. (2003-Or-023, ? 3, 2-28-03)
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FRUIT / DRAIN FLIES BY THE 3-COMP SINK. NO LICENSED PEST CONTROL CONTRACT AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. PROVIDE A CURRENT DETAILED INVOICE / CONTRACT ADDRESSING PEST IN THE ESTABLISHMENT (SMALL FLIES). HAVE INVOICES AVAILABLE FOR HEALTH INSPECTIONS.
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 4626.0300ACleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Store all food: • In a clean, dry location • At least 6 inches above the floor
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BOXES WITH MEAT STORED DIRECTLY ONTO THE WALK IN FREEZER FLOOR. DO NO STORE FOOD ON THE FLOOR.
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 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. KEEP ALL HAND SINKS FULLY STOCKED 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.
Have a thin-tipped food thermometer easily available to measure the internal temperature of thin pieces of food.
Inspector’s notes
NO FOOD THERMOMETER AVAILABLE. PROVIDE A “THIN PROBE” THERMOMETER TO BE ABLE TO ASSESS INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF FOOD.
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.
criticalCode MN Rule 4626.1085ACleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Provide a pressure type vacuum breaker device on water supply lines used for water pressure cleaning systems, recoil hose reels, flex hose water supplies, or other situations where the control valve is located downstream from the water supply source. Atmospheric vacuum breakers are prohibited in these applications.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED GREEN PRESSURIZED HOSE AT THE MOP SINK. 1011 DEVICE PRESENT. THIS SET UP IS NOT RIGHT DUE TO LACK OF PROPER BACK FLOW PREVENTION (1052) AND A BLEEDING DEVICE. YOU HAVE TWO OPTIONS: 1.- GET RID OF THE HOSE OR 2.- INSTALL A BACK FLOW DEVICE SUCH AS 1052 AND A PRESSURE BLEEDING DEVICE. DO NOT LEAVE WATER OPEN / ON FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME. THIS WILL NEGATE USE OF 1052.
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.
OBSERVED SOME DAMAGE CEILING TILES. REPLACE DAMAGED 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.
Use approved trapping devices or other means of pest control when pests are found.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FRUIT / DRAIN FLIES IN THE KITCHEN. OBSERVED ONE DEAD COCKROACH BY THE 3-COMP SINK. CONTACT YOUR PEST CONTROL COMPANY TO ADDRESS AND ELIMINATE FLIES. HAVE INVOICES AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW BY THE HEALTH INSPECTOR.
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.
criticalCode MN Rule 4626.1085ACleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Provide a pressure type vacuum breaker device on water supply lines used for water pressure cleaning systems, recoil hose reels, flex hose water supplies, or other situations where the control valve is located downstream from the water supply source. Atmospheric vacuum breakers are prohibited in these applications.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED GREEN PRESSURIZED HOSE AT THE MOP SINK. NO BACK-FLOW DEVICE PRESENT. THIS SET UP IS NOT RIGHT DUE TO LACK OF PROPER BACK FLOW PREVENTION. YOU HAVE TWO OPTIONS: 1.- GET RID OF THE HOSE OR 2.- INSTALL A BACK FLOW DEVICE SUCH AS 1052 AND A PRESSURE BLEEDING DEVICE. DO NOT LEAVE WATER OPEN / ON FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME. THIS WILL NEGATE USE OF 1052.
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 4626.0300ACleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Store all food: • In a clean, dry location • At least 6 inches above the floor
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MEATS STORED DIRECTLY ONTO THE KITCHEN FLOOR WHILE PREPPING FOOD. DO NO STORE FOOD ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED PIC TO MOVE FOOD ONTO THE PREP TABLE.
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.
OBSERVED SOME DAMAGE CEILING TILES. REPLACE DAMAGED 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.
The services of a licensed pest control operator shall be required when a facility has evidence of rodent or insect activity to the extent that rodent droppings are visible, or live insects are seen during an inspection. The facility shall maintain records of the pest control operator's services on file for inspection. (2003-Or-023, ? 3, 2-28-03)
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FRUIT / DRAIN FLIES IN THE KITCHEN. OBSERVED ONE COCKROACH BY THE 3-COMP SINK. NO LICENSED PEST CONTROL CONTRACT AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. PROVIDE A CURRENT DETAILED INVOICE / CONTRACT ADDRESSING PEST IN THE ESTABLISHMENT (SMALL FLIES AND ROACHES). HAVE INVOICES AVAILABLE FOR HEALTH INSPECTIONS.
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.
Rinse washed utensils and equipment with water to remove abrasives or cleaning chemicals before sanitizing or use an approved detergent-sanitizer procedure.
Inspector’s notes
OPERATOR WAS WASHING AND SANITIZING AT 3-COMP SINK. RINSE STEP IN BETWEEN WAS MISSING. YOU MUST WASH (WATER + DISH DETERGENT), THEN RINSE WITH CLEAN WATER AND FINALLY SANITIZE KITCHEN EQUIPMENT / UTENSILS WITH AN APPROVED SANITIZER. THIS WAS REVIEWED ON SITE.
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.
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 REGULAR HOUSEHOLD BLEACH IN THE ESTABLISHMENT. THIS PRODUCT IS BEING USED FOR SANITIZING. OBTAIN CHLORINE SOLUTION (BLEACH) OR OTHER SANITIZER THAT IS SPECIFIC FOR SANITIZING FOOD CONTACT SURFACES. IT WILL STATE ON THE LABEL SOMETHING LIKE “FOR SANITIZING GLASSES, DISHES, UTENSILS, ETC”. THESE PRODUCTS HAVE INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO USE AND DILUTE IT. ALWAYS CHECK WITH APPROPRIATE TEST STRIP THE CONCENTRATION OF THE SANITIZER. AN EXAMPLE OF THE LABEL REQUIREMENTS WAS SEND VIA TEXT.
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.
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 THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT. A SAMPLE IS ATTACHED TO THIS REPORT.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
majorCode MN Rule 4626.0030BCQPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
The person in charge must be able to explain: • Their responsibility for preventing the spread of foodborne illness by a food worker • The symptoms associated with a foodborne illness • How food workers must report illness symptoms and diseases • When a food worker must be excluded from work or restricted from working with food • When a food worker can return to work
Inspector’s notes
THE PERSON IN CHARGE DID NOT KNOW ABOUT THE 24 HOURS / SYMPTOM FREE EXCLUSION REQUIREMENT TO RETURN TO WORK FOR EMPLOYEES HAVING BEEN EXCLUDED WITH SYMPTOMS SUCH AS VOMITING AND / OR DIARRHEA, ETC. MAKE SURE EMPLOYEE HEALTH TRAINING TAKE PLACE TO INSTRUCT FOOD WORKERS TO STAY HOME FOR AT LEAST 24 HOURS “SYMPTOM FREE” BEFORE RETURNING TO WORK.
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.
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.
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.
Use approved trapping devices or other means of pest control when pests are found.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FRUIT / DRAIN FLIES IN THE KITCHEN. OBSERVED ONE COCKROACH BY THE 3-COMP SINK. CONTACT YOUR PEST CONTROL COMPANY TO ADDRESS AND ELIMINATE FLIES. HAVE INVOICES AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW BY THE HEALTH INSPECTOR.
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.
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 LOCATED INSIDE EMPLOYEE RESTROOM AND MEAT MARKET SINK. KEEP ALL HAND SINKS FULLY STOCKED AT ALL TIMES. PIC PROVIDED PAPER 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.
NO HAND SOAP AVAILABLE AT HANDWASHING SINK IN THE KITCHEN (MEAT MARKET) AND INSIDE RESTROOMS. KEEP ALL HANDWASHING SINKS FULLY STOCKED. PIC PROVIDED SOAP 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.
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.
Have a thin-tipped food thermometer easily available to measure the internal temperature of thin pieces of food.
Inspector’s notes
NO FOOD THERMOMETER AVAILABLE. PROVIDE A “THIN PROBE” THERMOMETER TO BE ABLE TO ASSESS INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF FOOD.
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.