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 4626.1080AWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Have at least one service sink or curbed cleaning area with a floor drain. The drain must be in a convenient location for disposing of mop water.
Inspector’s notes
THERE IS NO MOP SINK ON MAIN FLOOR OF ESTABLISHMENT. SUBMIT PLANS FOR INSTALLATION OF NEW MOP SINK ON MAIN FLOOR. OWNER IS WORKING WITH A PLUMBER TO INSTALL A MOP SINK ON MAIN LEVEL OF STORE AND IT WILL BE COMPLETED WITHIN THE NEXT COUPLE MONTHS ACCORDING TO PIC.
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 4626.1730APermits, training, and postings
Official wording
Before engaging in an activity that requires a HACCP plan, a license applicant or licensee? shall submit to the regulatory authority for approval a properly prepared HACCP plan as specified? in part 4626.1735
Inspector’s notes
BUISNESS DOES CURING BUT THERE IS NO HACCP PLAN. SUBMIT A HACCP PLAN TO OBTAIN A VARIANCE TO CURE FOODS. SENDING MORE INFORMATION WITH REPORT.
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.