notedCode 3-501.16 (A) (2) and (B) Time / Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) FoodFood temperature
Official wording
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
3-501.16 (A) (2) and (B) Time / Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) Food; Hot and Cold Holding (Priority); Cheesesteak mix was holding 47F. Hold TCS foods at 41F or below unless preparing or cooling it. CDI-Mix was voluntarily 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.
Warewashing facilities: installed; maintained & used; test strips
Inspector’s notes
4-501.14; Core; The 3-compartment sink was not clean. Ware washing machines and the compartments/drainboards of sinks used for washing and rinsing equipment; utensils; raw food; etc. shall be cleaned before use; throughout the day to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils; and at least every 24 hours if used.
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.
notedCode 6-501.12 CleaningCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean
Inspector’s notes
6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (Core); The floor under the fryer was soiled with an oil spill. Maintain floors clean. Increase cleaning frequency.
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.
notedCode 7-102.11 Common Name - Working Containers (Priority Foundation) A container of cleaning wipesChemicals
Official wording
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Inspector’s notes
7-102.11 Common Name - Working Containers (Priority Foundation) A container of cleaning wipes; and a spray bottle and water container filled with sanitizer were not labeled with the name of the contents. Working containers of chemicals must be labeled as to contents. CDI-Containers were labeled.
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.
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector’s notes
4-903.12; Core; Single service food containers were stored under/in front of hand sink. Do not store single-use and single-service articles in toilet rooms; garbage rooms; mechanical rooms; under sewer lines; under open stairwells; or under other sources of contamination. CDI-The containers were moved to a cabinet.
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.
Warewashing facilities: installed; maintained & used; test strips
Inspector’s notes
4-501.14; Core; The 3-compartment sink had black residue build up; as well as food debris in it. Ware washing machines and the compartments/drainboards of sinks used for washing and rinsing equipment; utensils; raw food; etc. shall be cleaned before use; throughout the day to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils; and at least every 24 hours if used. Increase cleaning frequency of sink.
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 4-601.11 (B) and (C) EquipmentCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11 (B) and (C) Equipment; Food-Contact Surfaces; Nonfood Contact Surfaces; and Utensils (Core); The interior of all refrigerators and the hot hold cabinet were soiled with food residues. Non food-contact surfaces must be maintained clean. Increase cleaning frequency.
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.
notedCode 3-501.16(A)(2) Upright Refrigerator has food above 41F. Raw Shrimp 43FFood temperature
Official wording
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
3-501.16(A)(2) Upright Refrigerator has food above 41F. Raw Shrimp 43F; Raw Chicken 44F; Cheese Steak 41.4F. Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Unit was adjusted to a colder setting.
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 6-501.12 CleaningCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean
Inspector’s notes
6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (C) Interior needs extensive cleaning. Clean the Floor; walls; behind the prep table; to the left of the hot holding unit; entire window area; cabinets; etc. Maintain physical facilities 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 4-601.11 (B) and (C) EquipmentCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11 (B) and (C) Equipment; Food-Contact Surfaces; Nonfood Contact Surfaces; and Utensils (C) Cleaning is needed throughout the interior of the food truck. Clean equipment; cabinets; 3 compartment sink; surfaces; etc. Maintain 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 4-601.11(B) and (C)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Refrigerators need cleaning inside and out. Remove laser film adhering to the upright refrigerator. Counter top and cabinets need 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.