6-301.12; Priority Foundation; Observed paper towels missing at one hand sink Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: (A) Individual; disposable towels; Pf (B) A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; Pf or (C) A heated-air hand drying device; Pf or (D) A hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity; pressurized air at ambient temperatures. Towels replaced 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.
Warewashing facilities: installed; maintained & used; test strips
Inspector’s notes
4-302.14; Priority Foundation; Chlorine test papers not available for dish machine. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. Obtain test kit.
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.
Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
Inspector’s notes
6-501.111; Core; Observed a few gnats active in facility. The premises shall be maintained free of insects; rodents; and other pests. The presence of insects; rodents; and other pests shall be controlled to eliminate their presence on the premises by: (A) Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; (B) Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; (C) Using methods; if pests are found; such as trapping devices and (D) Eliminating harborage conditions. If issue persists; Call pest control.
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.
4-904.11 Core; Observed scoop stored with food contact surface exposed. Knives; forks; and spoons that are not prewrapped shall be presented so that only the handles are touched by EMPLOYEES and by CONSUMERS if CONSUMER self-service is provided.
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
4-501.110; Priority Foundation; Observed maximum temperature during wash cycle; inside dish machine 114F. The temperature of the wash solution in spray-type warewashers that use chemicals to SANITIZE may not be less than 49 C (120 F). Manager will contact service provider. to adjust temperature.
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.
4-602.13; Core; Observed black residue inside spray nozzle at 3 comp sink.Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean equipment.
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.
Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events
Inspector’s notes
2-501.11; Priority Foundation; Policy not available for review. A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the food establishment. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees; consumers; food; and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. EHS sent policy and poster to PIC via email.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
4-501.114; Priority; Observed chlorine sanitizer residual 0PPM at low temp dish machine .Chlorine sanitizer shall register 50-200PPM. service provider contacted during inspection.
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.
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Inspector’s notes
7-204.11 ; Priority; Observed quat sanitizer greater than 500PPM at 3 comp dispenser. Quat sanitizer shall register 200-400PPM. Dilute solution until concentration is adjusted to proper range.
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.
Warewashing facilities: installed; maintained & used; test strips
Inspector’s notes
4-302.14; Priority Foundation; Chlorine test papers not available for dish machine. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. Obtain test kit.
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.
4-602.13; Core; Observed black residue inside spray nozzle at 3 comp sink. Observed a buildup debris inside cabinets. Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean equipment.
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.