West Bank Grocery

Official wording

Post a sign at all handwashing sinks used by employees to remind them to wash their hands.

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.

Official wording

Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils must be 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.

Official wording

Clean food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils used for TCS foods at least every four hours.

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

Sanitize food contact surfaces before using and after cleaning.

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

Post a sign at all handwashing sinks used by employees to remind them to wash their hands.

Inspector’s notes

Observed handsinks without signage for employees reminding them to wash hands. Provide signage at each handsink.

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.

Official wording

Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils must be clean.

Inspector’s notes

The slicer and meat saw was observed with meat debris fro the day before. Clean and sanitize in place applying the procedure to all food contact surfaces.

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

Clean food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils used for TCS foods at least every four hours.

Inspector’s notes

Observed bloody water and residue on countertops and equipment. Clean and sanitize the counters prior to leaving for the day.

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

Sanitize food contact surfaces before using and after cleaning.

Inspector’s notes

No sanitizer was observed in the warewash area. Clean and sanitize prior to leaving for the day.

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

Keep the plumbing system in good repair.

Inspector’s notes

Observed the handsink in the deli and meat market unable to drain. Fix the problem blocked drain and wipe away major grease and meat debris into the garbage prior to washing dishes.

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

Post a sign at all handwashing sinks used by employees to remind them to wash their hands.

Inspector’s notes

Observed no signage for employee hand washing. This was discussed.

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.

Official wording

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 a towel under a cutting board in the meat market. This was discussed.

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

Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils must be clean.

Inspector’s notes

The Slicer was observed with blood and meat particles on the food contact 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.

Official wording

Clean food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils used for TCS foods at least every four hours.

Inspector’s notes

The large cutting board was observed with blood and meat debris sitting on the counter after use from the morning and more than 4 hours prior. This was discussed and operator set to cleaning.

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

Post a sign at all handwashing sinks used by employees to remind them to wash their hands.

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.

Official wording

Store all food: • In a clean, dry location • At least 6 inches above the floor

Inspector’s notes

Observed food and equipment stored on milk crated and chairs throughout the facility. Obtain approved shelving and install lowest shelf 6 inches from 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.

Official wording

Keep the plumbing system in good repair.

Inspector’s notes

Observed the 3-comp sink without adequate drain plugs to hold sanitizer and clean/sanitize dishes properly. Short term solution is to use a clean pail for the 3rd sink basin until owner buys appropriate plugs.

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

Keep non-food contact equipment surfaces clean.

Inspector’s notes

Observed food spills accumilating around equipment used in the meat market. Clean at a frequency to keep up with the spills.

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.