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5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf.Observed food debris in hand sink. CDI, sink was cleaned out.

4-702.11 Utensils and food contact surfaces of equipment shall be sanitized before use, after cleaning.-P Observed employee actively washing dishes. Wash , rise but no sanitizer in 3rd compartment. Employee states sanitizer is not used. CDI.. PIC had employee sanitize dishes. 4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed several clean knives laying on drain board full of food debris. CDI..Knives and other utensils were re-washed. 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 . 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 .

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed cut cantaloupe above 41F please see food chart. CDI.. items for voluntarily discarded. 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 .

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 clean side of drain board with food debris. CDI..Drain board was rinsed off and sanitized.

5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed drain under 3 comp sink draining very slow. There are several floor drains throughout cooler prep area. PIC stated that repair tech has been called out.

6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels at hand sink in prep area. CDI: PIC provided papertowels. 5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Observed hand sink blocked by boxes of discarded produce making sink not accessible. CDI: PIC moved boxes from hand sink area.

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 watermelon cooling in display area. PIC stated that items typically are cooled before being placed on floor for sale. Watermelon had one more hour to cool and was at temperatures between 44F-47F. CDI: PIC moved watermelon to WIC to quickly cool. EHS observed watermelon cooling before end of inspection. 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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .

5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed broken drain plug on receptacle. Replace.

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed heat sealer pad slightly torn. Needs repair/replacement.

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 a few broken tiles in cutting room. Needs repair.

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 employee beverage stored on shelf over foods. CDI - Employee removed items.

5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Observed flowers and vases in handsink and handsink blocked by cart. CDI - Cart was moved and vases and flowers were removed from handsink.

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 PIC did not provide procedures or clean up kit for vomiting or diarrheal events. CDI provided link to obtain information.

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 towel dispenser not working at hand sink.