minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033DPermits, training, and postings
Official Wording
Post the Certified Food Protection Manager certificate.
Inspector’s Notes
Observed the cfpm certificate not posted onsite. Obtain a copy and post in the facility.
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.
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 CFPM employed here. Obtain training and location information at the following website: 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.
Soap supply OUT at handsink. Provide and maintain the soap supply.
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 sufficient mechanical tempered make-up air and exhaust ventilation to keep rooms free of grease, excessive heat, steam condensation, vapors, obnoxious or disagreeable odors, smoke, and fumes according to State Building and Mechanical codes.
Inspector’s Notes
Facility is browning meat and cooking eggs without an exhaust hood present. Purchase pre-cooked meats/eggs or install an exhaust hood.
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.
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
Equipment and food observed being stored on chairs and milk cartons. Obtain approved storage shelving.
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.