FOOD LION #2627 PRODUCE

3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. 2 boxes of whole produce observed on floor in walk-in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the floor. 0 pts.

5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Drain plug missing on dumpster. Replace missing drain plug. REPEAT

4-203.11(B) Food thermometers shall be accurate to +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit.-Pf Thermometer in department was out of batteries. CDI - PIC had extra thermometer in office that he put in department. For information on how to properly calibrate a thermometer, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following weblink: https://youtu.be/IxXix712KkI

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. Clean shelves in walk-in cooler.

5-501.110 Keep waste stored in receptacles so waste is inaccessible to insects and rodents. Some waste on ground around dumpster. Clean dumpster area clean to prevent attracting pests. // 5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Drain plug missing on dumpster. Replace missing drain plug. 0 pts.

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed several containers in the grab and go case holding at 50F-44F. Items were placed in the case prior to being cooled to 41F. CDI- Items placed in the walk in cooler to cool. 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 .

7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed spray bottles without labels. CDI- Bottled labeled.

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 floors in need of cleaning. Observed spill near the prep table.

3-307.11 Protect food from contamination sources not specifically noted by the code. Observed produced being cut with tags on them. CDI. PIC removed the tags.

6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee drink stored by customer food. Needs to be removed.

2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employee in the food prep area without hair covers. Needs to have some. REPEAT.

6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee bag stored in WI by customer food. Needs to be removed.

2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employee working with food in the prep area without wearing a hair cover. CDI. Employee wore one.

3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf. Observed cut and wrapped watermelon cooling in the display area. CDI. PIC removed to the WI cooler to be cooled properly before taking out.

4-903.11(A) Store single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination and at least 6 inches off the floor.-Observed boxes of plastic containers stored on the floor.

4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Observed debris accumulation on some shelving in the walk in cooler and on black shelving where green beans are stored on customer produce wall.

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. - Observed a split gasket on the walk in cooler; replace gasket.

General comment 6-303.11 Intensity-Lighting - C - Observed very dim lights in the walk in cooler.

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P - Observed cut watermelons on display at 48F and 51F. CDI - watermelons were voluntarily discarded.

4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P observed sliced watermelon in floor display cooler > 45F. CDI-voluntary discard by PIC.

4-501.19 During manual warewashing, maintain the wash solution at a minimum of 110F or as otherwise allowed by the detergent manufacturers label. observed in-use 3 compartment sink with wash water < 110 F.

3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf observed sliced watermelon in the walk-in cooler without date mark. Employee stated that watermelon may be placed on the sales floor tomorrow. CDI- date marked slice melons on date sliced.

7-202.12(A) Use poisonous or toxic materials according to manufacturer's label. Use pesticides approved for use in commercial food service only.-Pf observed window cleaner being used as sanitizer for sanitizing table tops. CDI by discussing proper use of cleaners and sanitizers.