FOOD LION #1585 PRODUCE

6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels present at hand sink. CDI: Paper towels placed at hand sink.

4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed spray bottle in prep area used to sanitize prep tables measuring 0 ppm. EHS observed santizer bag empty at 3-comp sink where bottles were filled this morning. CDI: PIC replaced bag and refilled bottles with properly concentrated sanitizer. 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 and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY

3-305.14 Unpackaged food shall be protected from contamination during preparation. Observed washed cantaloupe and honeydew in original delivery box at prep table to be sliced. CDI: PIC instructed employee to re-wash produce and box was discarded.

7-204.12 Chemicals used to wash or peel raw fruits and vegetables shall meet the requirements of the NC Food Code and used according the products label. -P Observed chlorine fruit and vegetable wash dispensing at 200 ppm. Product label states concentration shall measure in range of 30ppm-60ppm. PIC stated that solution will be manually diluted until dispenser can be serviced and re-calibrated to dispense proper concentration. Verification visit required within 3 days to follow-up. 3-302.15 Wash fruits and vegetables prior to use. Observed employee cutting a cantaloupe with sticker still intact. CDI: PIC instructed employee to remove sticker and re-wash canteloupe.

6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed missing hand wash signs in the restrooms.

7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Observed one spray bottle of chemical stored on a prep table during food preparation. CDI - Item was removed.

2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed one employee preparing cut fruit while wearing a bracelet.

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed a stained heat sealer tearing around the edge.

5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed a broken dumpster lid.

3-101.11 Food shall be safe for consumption, unadulterated and honestly presented. -P- *Observed - Moldy strawberries on top shelf of speed rack. *CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded item. NOTE: Strawberries were located separate from other items and appeared to be separated because they were moldy, intent looked as though they were to be thrown away so no points were deducted due to severity.

*REPEAT* 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 - Dust build up on vents in WIC. Area in need of cleaning.

7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed chemical bottles with incorrect labels, bottle stating it was degreaser when it was glass cleaner, broad range cleaner mislabeled. CDI- chemicals poured out, properly labeled in specific pre labeled bottles.

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 minor cleaning needed on vent grates in walk in cooler.

2-401.11 (A) Employees shall eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and other items needing protection can not result. 2-401.11 (B) Closed beverage containers may be used if the container is handled to prevent contamination of the employee's hands, the container, and exposed food; clean equipment, utensils and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. Observed an opened canned drink stored directly adjacent to cutting boards where employee was actively cutting fruit. CDI- employee drink moved, EHS discussed proper drink storage during inspection.

5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed a bottle of lemon juice stored inside of basin of handsink. Observed chemicals hanging on metal divider for handsink. CDI- objects moved, EHS discussed not using handsinks for ANY other purpose than handwashing. 6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels stocked inside dispenser at handsink. Employee stated that dispenser has not been working, has been hanging a roll of paper towels a few feet away above prep table. CDI- paper towels provided, EHS discussed maintaining them inside of the dispenser or keeping them at the handsink. Current storage is too far away from handsink, directly above food prep areas.

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed damaged gasket on produce walk in cooler. EHS showed PIC area where gasket was peeling. REPEAT.

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed damaged gasket on produce walk in cooler, splitting and peeling from frame. Replace.

6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels at hand sink. CDI: PIC provided paper towels.

4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed two green cutting boards stored above three compartment sink with heavy scoring.

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 air vents in the WIC in need of cleaning. PIC did not sign due to Covid protocols.

7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination. -P Observed 6 bottles of chemicals (degreaser, sanitizer, block cleaner) all stored on the same prep counter, within inches, of where food employee was working. CDI-Food employee moved chemicals to a bottom shelf and was educated on the danger.

7-204.12 Chemicals for Washing, Treatment, Storage and Processing Fruits and Vegetables, Criteria - P Observed no test strips for fruit/veg wash. VR REQUIRED 2/16/2020.

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed door flap in the WIC broken.

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed curtain on walk-in cooler in disrepair.

6-202.11 Shield the lights or provide shatter-resistant bulbs in areas of exposed food, equipment, utensils, linens or single-use articles. Observed end caps not affixed on all light shields in prep room.