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Cincinnati, OH

Copa Lounge

1133 Sycamore St

Last inspected Mar 5, 2024 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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3 inspections

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Mar 5, 2024

Abated

7 recorded violations

notedCode 3717-1-02.2(C)Handwashing

Official wording

"3717-1-02.2(C) - Violation - Hands and arms-when to wash (handwashing) Food employee(s) did not wash hands in situations that specifically require them to do so."

Inspector’s notes

"Violation has been abated"

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.

More about handwashing problems
notedCode 3717-1-05.0(H)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

"3717-1-05.0(H)(2) - Violation - for FSO and RFE Hot water generation and distribution systems are insufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the facility."

Inspector’s notes

"Violation has been abated"

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
notedCode 3717-1-04.4(I)Food temperature

Official wording

"3717-1-04.4(I) - Violation - Manual warewashing-wash solution temperature. The temperature of the wash solution in manual warewashing equipment was not =110° F."

Inspector’s notes

"Violation has been abated"

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode 3717-1-04.4(N)Chemicals

Official wording

"3717-1-04.4(N) - Violation - Warewashing Equipment-Chemical Sanitization A chemical sanitizer was unregistered, improperly used, or improperly produced."

Inspector’s notes

"Violation has been abated"

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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
notedCode 3717-1-05.3(C)Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

"3717-1-05.3(C) - Violation - Drainage system-prohibited direct connections A direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed."

Inspector’s notes

"Violation has been abated"

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
notedCode 3717-1-03.2(M)(2)(a)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

"3717-1-03.2(M)(2)(a) - Violation - Wiping cloths-use limitation Wet wiping cloth was not maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses."

Inspector’s notes

"Violation has been abated"

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 3717-1-06.1(M)(1)Pests

Official wording

"3717-1-06.1(M)(1) - Violation - Facilities-outer openings protected Outer openings of a food facility were not protected against the entry of insects and rodents."

Inspector’s notes

"There is a gap underneath the employee entrance door facing the parking lot on Sycamore St."

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Mar 5, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Feb 9, 2024

Not Abated

8 recorded violations

notedCode 3717-1-04.4(N)Chemicals

Official wording

"3717-1-04.4(N) - Violation - Warewashing Equipment-Chemical Sanitization A chemical sanitizer was unregistered, improperly used, or improperly produced."

Inspector’s notes

"OBSERVATION: Chlorine sanitizer at the dishmachine in the kitchen was 0ppm. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Operator will discontinue use of dishmachine until serviced."

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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
notedCode 3717-1-05.3(C)Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

"3717-1-05.3(C) - Violation - Drainage system-prohibited direct connections A direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed."

Inspector’s notes

"OBSERVATION: 1. No air gap at the middle ice bin at the main bar. 2. No air gap at the buffet servers station ice bin. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Operator will install air gaps as required."

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
notedCode 3717-1-05.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

"3717-1-05.1(S)(2) - Violation - Plumbing system-maintained in good repair Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair."

Inspector’s notes

"Loose caulking around the handsink at the 2nd bar."

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
notedCode 3717-1-05.0(H)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

"3717-1-05.0(H)(2) - Violation - for FSO and RFE Hot water generation and distribution systems are insufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the facility."

Inspector’s notes

"Observed hot water less than required at ALL handsinks and 3 comp sinks and dishmachine throughout facility."

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
notedCode 3717-1-06.1(M)(1)Pests

Official wording

"3717-1-06.1(M)(1) - Violation - Facilities-outer openings protected Outer openings of a food facility were not protected against the entry of insects and rodents."

Inspector’s notes

"1. There is a gap underneath the employee entrance door facing the parking lot on Sycamore St. 2. There is a gap underneath door leading out to the outdoor dumpster."

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects
notedCode 3717-1-03.2(M)(2)(a)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

"3717-1-03.2(M)(2)(a) - Violation - Wiping cloths-use limitation Wet wiping cloth was not maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses."

Inspector’s notes

"Wet wiping cloth on prep counter on cookline."

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 3717-1-04.4(I)Food temperature

Official wording

"3717-1-04.4(I) - Violation - Manual warewashing-wash solution temperature. The temperature of the wash solution in manual warewashing equipment was not =110° F."

Inspector’s notes

"OBSERVATION: Hot water at 3 comp sink was noted at 89F in the kitchen and main bar. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Discussed with Person in charge, and water will be heated up for dishwashing (110F) until a plumber is called for service."

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode 3717-1-02.2(C)Handwashing

Official wording

"3717-1-02.2(C) - Violation - Hands and arms-when to wash (handwashing) Food employee(s) did not wash hands in situations that specifically require them to do so."

Inspector’s notes

"OBSERVATION: Observed an employee change tasks and gloves without handwashing. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Discussed with employee and hands were washed."

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.

More about handwashing problems

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Feb 9, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Oct 9, 2023

Abated

7 recorded violations

notedCode 3717-1-05.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

"3717-1-05.1(S)(2) - Violation - Plumbing system-maintained in good repair Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair."

Inspector’s notes

"There is a leak at the main bar handsink. Per operator, repair is a work in progress."

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
notedCode 3717-1-06.2(B)Handwashing

Official wording

"3717-1-06.2(B) - Violation - Facilities-handwashing cleanser availability Each handwashing lavatory did not have a supply of hand cleanser."

Inspector’s notes

"Violation has been abated"

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.

More about handwashing problems
notedCode 3717-1-06.2(C)Handwashing

Official wording

"3717-1-06.2(C) - Violation - Facilities-hand drying provision Handwashing lavatory had no, unapproved, or inoperable hand drying provision."

Inspector’s notes

"Violation has been abated"

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.

More about handwashing problems
notedCode 3717-1-02.4(A)(2)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

"3717-1-02.4(A)(2) - Violation - PIC-Level 2 Certification No manager has level 2 certification in food protection."

Inspector’s notes

"Ohio Manager's certification unavailable. THIS IS REPEAT A VIOLATION. PIC-Level 2 Certification No manager has level 2 certification in food protection."

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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
notedCode 3717-1-05.1(C)(1)Handwashing

Official wording

"3717-1-05.1(C)(1) - Violation - Handwashing facility-installation. Handwashing sink does not provide water at a temperature =100° F."

Inspector’s notes

"No hot water supplied to the handsink on the cookline. THIS IS A REPEAT VIOLATION."

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.

More about handwashing problems
notedCode 3717-1-05.1(O)(1)Handwashing

Official wording

"3717-1-05.1(O)(1) - Violation - Using a handwashing facility-Accessibility Access to handwashing facility blocked. "

Inspector’s notes

"Violation has been abated"

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.

More about handwashing problems
notedCode 3717-1-05.4(F)(1)Facility maintenance

Official wording

"3717-1-05.4(F)(1) - Violation - Refuse/recyclables/returnables-Outdoor receptacle lids/covers/doors Outdoor refuse containers do not have tight fitting lids, doors, or covers."

Inspector’s notes

"No lid on Rumpke dumpster. Ensure there is a lid for dumpster."

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.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 9, 2023 · Original Source

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