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5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed various cut vegetable scraps and cleaning brush in handsink during inspection. CDI - PIC removed all items and reminded staff of proper handsink usage. 0 pts.

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed various TCS foods in grab n go case holding above 41F during inspection. See temperature chart. Ambient in unit 41F. Air curtains in unit very weak, which may be causing foods in the front of the unit to warm up. CDI - All out of temperature items voluntarily discarded. 1.5 pts. 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .

7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P Observed sanitizer at three compartment sink dispensing far above safe levels during inspection. CDI - Staff to dilute and test sanitizer until repair. Maintenance contacted during inspection. 0 pts.

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed WIC holding at 46F during inspection. WIC was not actively storing TCS foods during inspection. PIC stated they use WIC to cool and store TCS foods on a regular basis. Facility to cool and store TCS foods in unit from neighboring department until repair. Maintenance contacted during inspection. 0.5 pts.

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed 51 degree cut vegetable package that included a chopped piece of cabbage. Melon is only cut to 1/4th size. CDI - Items were voluntarily discarded.

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed a torn gasket on the walk-in cooler door.

6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed pitting on the floor in front of the walk-in cooler.

3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed raw, salted “Bacalao” fish stored above ready-to-eat fruit and vegetables in the produce section. CDI - Bacalao was moved to a separate area, away from ready-to-eat foods.

REPEAT 4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed heavy microbial growth inside of the ice machine.

3-DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed cut melon being stored at room temperature due to the self-service cooler not working. All cut melon products were voluntarily discarded. Melon will not be kept until unit is repaired.

3-602.11 (B) (1)-(4) Food packaged on premises for customer self service shall include a label with the (1) common name of the food; (2) ingredients and sub ingredients in descending order; (3) quantity of contents; (4) name and place of business. Observed missing ingredient labels for Bacalao (Cusk Fish, Salt) and Smoked Herring (Herring, Salt)

2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed multiple employees preparing food without hair restraints.

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed the entire produce section cooler not working and a broken ice machine.

4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed heavy microbial growth inside of the ice machine.

4-601.11(C) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Observed heavy soil on the shelves underneath the self-service produce.

5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed a leak coming from the faucet that controls the hand wash sink and 3-some sink.

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P- Observed cut cabbage and cut water melon above 41F in display coolers dated for two days ago. See temp chart. CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded the items. 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .

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 display cases and fan covers in the wic and prep area with dirt debris build up. Clean as often as needed to prevent and reduce the build up.

2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety No written procedures provided by manager. REHS emailed during th inspection.

5-205.11 (A),(B) Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf Ensure that handwashing sink is readily available at all times and used for the sole purpose of hand washing only. Observed hand washing sink being blocked by brooms. CDI- broom was moved from in front of hand washing sink during the inspection.

4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Ice machine observed with visible build up recommend cleaning at earliest convenience.

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed damaged walk in unit gasket torn and in bad condition. Replace as needed to maintain tight seals in walk in cooler area.

6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Observed paint chipping on walls with some being damaged. Walls need to be repainted to make them smooth and easily cleanable.

2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P Observed a team member move a pallet jack with same gloves then go back to prepping corn. ENsuire that team members are washing their hands and changing their gloves in between acts that contaminate them. CDI- Team member was asked to wash hands after observed by REHS.

5-205.11 (A),(B) Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf Ensure that handwashing sink is readily available at all times and used for the sole purpose of hand washing only. Observed hand washing sink being blocked by pallet jack. CDI- Pallet jack was moved from in front of hand washing sink during the inspection.

2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employee prepping without hat or hairnet present.

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed damaged walk in unit gasket torn and in bad condition. Replace as needed to maintain tight seals in walk in cooler area.

4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf Test kit observed expired and is not accurately reading quat solution.

5-103.11(B) Provide sufficient hot water to meet the peak hot water demands.-Pf Observed hot water out of 3 comp sink not meeting 120F out of the faucet during the inspection. Will follow up with a verification to ensure hot water meets peak demand to effectively wash dishes.

6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Observed paint chipping on the walls. Walls need to be repainted to make them smooth and easily cleanable.

6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Observed paint chipping on the walls. Walls need to be repainted to make them smooth and easily cleanable.

6-501.14 Change the filters and clean the intake and exhaust air ducts so they are not a source of contamination by dust, dirt or other materials. Observed buildup inside the walk in cooler attached to air vent returns. Ensure that vents are being cleaned regularly to prevent possible source of contamination to foods.

4-501.114 Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization-Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness P: Sanitizer jug not hooked up to dispensing system. CDI- sanitizer hooked up to system and began dispensing at 200 ppm.

6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed ants congregating on soiled cutting utensils at prep table. Facility has pest control company. Call made for extra service.

3-304.12 Store in-use utensils in a clean, dry place, in food with handles out, in 135F or greater water or in running water which quickly moves food particles to the drain. Cutting utensils stored in crevice between prep table and wall. Attracting ants to crevice between table and wall.

4-501.114 Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization-Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness - P Observed produce three comp sink without quat sanitizer solution. PIC stated that establishment did not have additional sanitizer solution to replace empty container. A VR is scheduled for 9/4/2020 to determine if a replacement has been obtained. -REPEAT- -3 points-

Repeat: 4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P. Observed quat sanitizer in spray bottle used to sanitize at 0ppm. CDI: bottle changed out and now at proper concentration. Improvement has been noted and points not escalated due to nature of violation.

4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Observed debris and some build-up on shelving at wet rack produce display.

General Comment: 2-401.11 Cover and store employee drinks to prevent contamination of food or utensils. Observed bottled water and Capri Sun personal drink stored on prep surface in produce department. CDI: drinks were discarded/relocated.

Repeat: 4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed white water misters at produce display with build-up. CDI: cleaned during inspection. Manager indicated that they would add it to their cleaning list for Tuesday to ensure they are cleaned regularly.

Repeat: 4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Some water misters at produce display observed with build-up. Improvement has been noted with cleaning. CDI: cleaning process has been started.

General Comment: 4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed gouged and stained cutting board. 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed torn walk-in cooler gasket.

Repeat: 6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed some areas in produce prep area where paint is chipping. Observed glass wall at display area cracked and repaired with cardboard. Repair 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 build-up on ceiling and fan covers inside walk-in cooler. Repair leak in ceiling inside walk-in cooler due to roof leak.

Repeat: 6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee jackets on top of produce in boxes. Observed employee food and drink stored on shelf above prep table.

5-202.12 Provide at least 100F water at handsinks. -Pf. Hot water @ handsink unable to meet 100 deg F. Return visit required by 4/11/18

4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Employee observed only rinsing off knife at 3-comp sink. Follow approved method of washing, rinsing, and sanitizing dishes before use. CDI: employee was corrected; knife rewashed. Water misters at display area observed with black and pink build-up. CDI: cleaning process started.

4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf. No food thermometer available for use. Return visit required by 4/11/18

5-103.11(B) Provide sufficient hot water to meet the peak hot water demands.-Pf. Water temperature at 3-comp sink not able to meet peak water demands. Temp only reaching 99 deg F. Facility called maintenance and should arrive today to repair hot water. Will revisit to ensure water is at proper temperature. Return visit required by 4/11/18

General Comment: 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. Walls with build-up at prep table and 3-comp sink area. 6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Damaged areas in walls and baseboard striping needs to be replaced throughout kitchen; concrete cracked. Floor drain clogged and draining slowly in kitchen. Repair.

General Comment: 6-202.11 Shield the lights or provide shatter-resistant bulbs in areas of exposed food, equipment, utensils, linens or single-use articles. Some lights above shelving at display area not shielded. 6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Jacket observed stored on top of produce in kitchen.

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 walls near three compartment sink in need of cleaning.

5-202.12 Provide at least 100F water at handsinks. -Pf Observed handwash sink unable to reach 100 degrees. CDI by end of inspection.

4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed ice machine in need of cleaning.

5-103.11(B) Provide sufficient hot water to meet the peak hot water demands.-Pf Observed hot water unable to meet peak demand. Verification required.

4-602.11(E)(4) Equipment such as ice bins shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Observed build-up on ice machine. Clean and maintain clean.

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. - Observed a split gasket on the walk in cooler door. Observed peeling shelves on the customer display. Replace split gasket. Resurface peeling shelving.

4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. - Observed black on the walk in cooler gasket. Clean gasket.

General Comment 5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. - Observed leaky faucets at the handsinks in the women's restroom. Repair leak.

5-202.12 Provide at least 100F water at handsinks.-Pf OBSERVED HANDSINKS WITHOUT HOT WATER AT REQUIRED 100F. TEMPERATURES ONLY REACHED 70F. CDI BY REPAIRMAN IMMEDIATELY DIAGNOSING AND REPLACING BLOWN FUSES ON WATER HEATER UNITS. HOT WATER CHECKED AND READ 101F AND CLIMBING AFTER REPAIRS TO UNITS.

4-202.16 Nonfood-Contact Surfaces - C OBSERVED RAW WOOD BASE BOARDS IN WALK-IN COOLER (PRODUCE). SOME WOOD OBSERVED TO HAVE MILDEW AND MOLD PRESENT ON SURFACE. SEAL RAW WOOD TO MAKE EASILY CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT. 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. OBSERVED SPLIT/TORN GASKET AROUND ICE MACHINE DOOR. REPLACE SPLIT GASKET

4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. OBSERVED PINK SLIME ON GASKET SURFACE ON DOOR OF ICE MACHINE. CLEAN

5-103.11(B) Provide sufficient hot water to meet the peak hot water demands.-Pf OBSERVED WATER HEATER NOT OPERATING EFFECTIVELY TO PROVIDE HOT WATER AT 100F AT ALL HANDSINKS AND 110F AT WAREWASHING WASH COMPARTMENT. CDI BY REPAIRMAN IMMEDIATELY DIAGNOSING AND REPLACING BLOWN FUSES ON WATER HEATER UNITS.

Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. GENERAL COMMENT OBSERVED MISSING SIDE PANEL ON BOTTOM DOOR WAY STRUCTURE OF WALK-IN COOLER (PRODUCE). OBSERVED ADHESIVE AND PAPER RESIDUE ON WALL OF 3 COMP SINK, MAKING WALL SURFACE NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. REPAIR ALL ITEMS.

2-102.12 Certified Food Protection Manager(A) At least one EMPLOYEE who has supervisory and management responsibility and the authority to direct and control FOOD preparation and service shall be a certified FOOD protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an American National Standards Institute (ANSI)-ACCREDITED PROGRAM.OBSERVED PIC WITHOUT FOOD SAFETY TRAINING CERTIFICATION. OBTAIN CERTIFICATION TO AVOID 2PT DEDUCTION.

4-602.13 Nonfood Contact SurfacesGENERAL COMMENTOBSERVED SOME DEBRIS AND SOIL MATTER PRESENT OF TOP EXTERIOR SURFACE OF ICE MACHINE. CLEAN

6-501.18 Cleaning of Plumbing FixturesOBSERVED HANDSINK NEXT TO 3 COMP SINK IN NEED OF CLEANING, ESPECIALLY AROUND DRAIN (DEBRIS PRESENT)

6-201.11 Floors, Walls and Ceilings-CleanabilityExcept as specified under § 6-201.14 and except for antislip floor coverings or applications that may be used for safety reasons, floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are SMOOTH and EASILY CLEANABLE.OBSERVED PAINT PEELING FROM CINDER BLOCK WALL BEHIND 3 COMP SINK. OBSERVED RAW, UNSEALED WOOD BASE STRIPS IN WALK-IN COOLER. OBSERVED MISSING AND CHIPPED FLOOR TILES AROUND 3 COMP SINK.REPAINT CINDER BLOCK WALL; USE A WOOD SEALANT TO SEAL RAW WOOD; REPLACE MISSING/CHIPPED FLOOR TILES.

2-102.12 Certified Food Protection ManagerPIC does not have food safety certification. Obtain ANSI-accredited certification and certificate for food safety training.

4-602.13 Nonfood Contact SurfacesMaintain nonFood contact surfaces clean.OBSERVED DUST ACCUMULATING AROUND VENTILATION GUARDS OF WALK-IN PRODUCE COOLER. CLEAN

6-201.11 Floors, Walls and Ceilings-CleanabilityFloors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and easily cleanable.OBSERVED WALLS BEHIND 3 COMP SINK IN PRODUCE AREA, TO BE PEELING. RE-PAINT WALLS TO ENSURE THEY ARE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

OBSERVED P.I.C. WITHOUT SERVSAFE OR ANSI-EQUIVALENT. OBTAIN CERTIFICATION PRIOR 1/1/2014 TO AVOID 2PT DEDUCTION.

OBSERVED BOTTLE OF UNLABELED QUAT SANITIZER. CDI BY INSTRUCTING STAFF TO LABEL CONTAINER ACCORDING TO CONTENTS.

OBSERVED CHIPPED FLOOR TILES AROUND 3 COMP SINK. OBSERVED MISSING WALL BASE STRIPS AROUND 3 COMP SINK. REPAIR/REPLACE MISSING OR CHIPPED FLOORTILES AND STRIPS.