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2-301.14 (G) Wash hands when switching between working with raw food and working with Ready to Eat Food. - P Observed food employee work with raw meat and then work with RTE foods. CDI - PIC asked food employee with wash hands and discard RTE food.

3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display. -P. Observed raw chicken stored above raw lam. Observed raw chicken stored above raw ground beef. CDI - storage order rearranged to prevent contamination.

4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed several dishes stored as clean with visible food debris and build up. CDI - PIC moved dishes to three compartment sink for w/r/s. For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg , How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY , and Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 .

3-501.17 (A) or (B) Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and are to be held for more than 24 hours. -Pf. Establish a date marking system consistent with 3-501.17 (A) or (B). Additional date marking system options are found in 3-501.17 (D). Observed all TCS items in prep top, RIC, and display case without date marking. CDI - PIC added date marking to all items in all units. For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs . 3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it has not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P The PIC should train and assign staff to monitor date marking to prevent the use of food products that are no longer in compliance with 3-501.17 (A), (B), or (C). Observed home made hummus with a date mark of 8/7. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded container. For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .

3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry past. Observed sauce containers, oil, bottle, and water bottle not labeled. CDI - label was added

6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed several fruit flies surrounding onions and by dish pit. Increase pest control.

6-404.11 Designate a separate area for items that are not for use and are being held for credit, such as dented cans or recalled products. -Pf Oberved 2 severely dented cans stored with usable cans and above food. CDI - PIC moved cans to designated area to prevent contamination.

3-304.12 (A) In-use utensils in TCS food, must be stored with handles above the food and top of the food container. Observed handle stored in cooked RTE chicken in RIC. CDI - PIC removed handle from container to prevent contamination

4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed build up of food residue and debris in PU, RIC, and cook line. Increase cleaning frequency.

6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed heavy food, buildup and debris on floors, walls, annd underneath equipment and shelving throughout facility. Increase cleaning frequency.

2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no one in facility with food protection manager certification For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety

3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display. -P. Observed raw gyro meat stored above ready to eat chicken. Observed raw chicken stored above raw gyro meat. Observed raw chicken stored above raw ground beef. CDI - storage order was rearranged to prevent contamination. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation

3-501.17 (A) or (B) Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and are to be held for more than 24 hours. -Pf. Establish a date marking system consistent with 3-501.17 (A) or (B). Additional date marking system options are found in 3-501.17 (D). Observed all TCS items in prep top, walk-in cooler and display case without date marking. CDI - PIC added date marking to all items in all units. For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .

7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Observed chemicals, stored above onions on shelving. CDI - PIC moved to prevent contamination.

3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. Observed sauce containers, oil, bottle, and water bottle not labeled. CDI - label was added

4-903.11 (B) After cleaning and sanitizing, clean equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying and covered or inverted. Observed several utensils and equipment stored as clean with wet nesting. CDI - PIC moved to 3 comp sink for re cleaning.

5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed trashcan without a lid in women’s restroom.

6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed heavy food, buildup and debris on floors and walls underneath equipment and shelving throughout facility.