Fraser Health Authority



INSPECTION REPORT
Health Protection
TCHN-CVGNGC
PREMISES NAME
Lighthouse Fresh and Tasty
Tel: (604) 599-4427
Fax: (604) 580-2152
PREMISES ADDRESS
102 - 8050 King George Blvd
Surrey, BC V3W 5B5
INSPECTION DATE
September 7, 2023
TIME SPENT
2 hours
OPERATOR (Person in Charge)
Jot Sahota
NEXT INSPECTION DATE
2 Months
INSPECTION TYPE
Routine
ACTION TAKENFOOD SAFETY & SANITATION
ADMINISTRATIVE
Information Provided
ENFORCEMENT
Require Corrections
Comply
In Use
Food Safety Training [s. 10]
Yes
Food Safety Plan [s. 23]
Yes
No
Sanitation Plan [s. 24]
Yes
No
HAZARD RATING FOR YOUR FACILITY: High (≥30) Total Score = 66
Critical Hazards: Total Number: 4
201 - Food contaminated or unfit for human consumption [s. 13]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 2 compartments of kitchen's 3 compartment sink observed to be used to thaw fish fillets in running water. Fillets observed to be:
- stacked above fill line,
- unwrapped,
- measured ~18.5°C

Staff stated fish is always thawed in this manner and has been thawing for 2-3 hours.

**Corrected during inspection** Fish voluntarily discarded after fish temperature measured 18.5°C internally.
Inspector instructed staff on proper thawing methods:
- in cooler
- fully submerged (in packaging) under cold running water, or in cold water, changing waters every 30 min,
- in microwave (if cooked immediately after)
Corrective Action(s):
Violation Score: 15

205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Cut vegetables (onions, white radishes), and sauces (white and red sauce in take out containers) observed to be stored on counter at start of inspection.
**Corrected during inspection** Products returned to cooler when identified.
Corrective Action(s):
Violation Score: 5

401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1. Handwashing station in kitchen area observed to have personal container in basin. No paper towels available.
**Corrected during inspection** Paper towels replenished and container removed when identified.
Handwashing station must be used by staff for washing hands.
Corrective Action(s):
Violation Score: 5

402 - Employee does not wash hands properly or at adequate frequency [s. 21(3)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Pail of water observed on preparation table. When asked, staff stated it was for washing hands.
**Corrected during inspection** Staff instructed to wash hands at handwashing station, not in a pail. Pail emptied when informed.
Corrective Action(s):
Violation Score: 5

Non-Critical Hazards: Total Number: 4
209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
Observation: 1. Food observed to be stored directly in white garbage bags. These bags are not intended for storage of food products.
2. Small disposable take out cups observed to be stored in container of spice.
Corrective Action(s): 1. Purchase food-grade bags or relocate / store foods in food-grade containers.
Correct by: immediately
2. Remove disposable cups immediately. Use reusable scoops with handles.
Correct by: immediately
Violation Score: 3

304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
Observation: 1. *REPEAT* (Since April 2023) Droppings observed in following areas:
- front area:
- Office/storage room
- Both corner cupboards
- kitchen area:
- Under prep table nearest undercounter cooler by door to front area
- Under unused grill by 3 compartment sink
- Along back wall adjacent to walk-in cooler/freezer.
- By shelf holding empty bags
- Entrance to hot water tank room (unable to access room)
- In dry storage room
Manager states pest control company conducts inspection every 2-3 weeks with no captures.

2. Multiple flies observed in preparation area and handwashing area.
Corrective Action(s): 1. Notify pest control of above activity sightings. Provide inspector with the latest pest reports (3 months).
Ask pest control for additional instructions on cleaning droppings.
Correct by: immediately.

2. Notify pest control of above activity sightings. Ask pest control for additional instructions on removing flies.
Correct by: immediately
Violation Score: 9

306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
Observation: 1. *REPEAT* (Since April 2023) Heavy build up of grease observed in following areas:
- Range hood filters
- Under fryer
- Inside fryer (behind cabinet door)
- Under/behind 4 element burner
Staff stated areas are cleaned every 2 weeks.

2. Floor of walk-in cooler observed to be wet. Water appears to be from thawing fish on shelving (no receptacle to catch/drain water from thawed fish)

3. Dirty/greasy foam observed by floor drain under preparation table and behind oven. Operator stated foam was from self-cleaning of oven. The reason why the foam wasn't drained was potentially due to the drainage pipe not aligning with floor drain.

4. Leaked sauce (Soy sauce) observed to be pooling in bagged equipment in storage. Unknown when sauce leaked; all containers in storage appear to be in good condition.
Corrective Action(s): 1. Clean above identified areas. All areas of facility at least once a week. Develop and maintain a cleaning log for staff to sign off for accountability.
Correct by: immediately.

2. Clean area immediately. Water from fish needs to be captured so it does not leak throughout walk-in cooler.
Correct by: immediately

3. Secure oven cleaning drain line so it drains properly into floor drain.
Correct by: immediately

4. Educate staff to clean when they observed leaks or spills. discard bag and ensure are is clean.
Correct by: immediately
Violation Score: 15

308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
Observation: 1. Cutting boards observed to be in poor condition, with holes, deep scoring and staining.
2. Have cocacola display unit serviced so it can maintain temperatures of 4°C or less. Operator stated a work order has been submitted, but there is currently a strike at coca cola.
3. Light fixtures in kitchen area observed to be unshielded.
4. Lights along cooking line observed to be burnt out, damaged, or missing.
Corrective Action(s): 1. Replace/repair boards so surfaces are smooth and easily cleanable.
Correct by: immediately
2. Please have unit serviced as soon as possible. Do not store potentially hazardous foods in unit.
Correct by: immediately
3. Repair shielding or replace flourecent tubes with LED tubes to prevent shattering.
Correct by: immediately
4. Replace light in oven area
Correct by: immediately
Violation Score: 9

Follow Up to "Critical" Violations Noted on Previous Inspections (if applicable): No corrections entered
Comments

Routine inspection conducted.
*Note: Grease trap cleaning conducted during inspection.*

Temperatures:
2 door display cooler (Coca cola): 5.7 - 8.9°C
Only non-potentially hazardous foods (soft drinks) stored in cooler.
2 door undercounter cooler (True, nearest front): 1.2°C
2 door undercounter cooler (True, by fryer): 3.9°C
2 door undercounter cooler (True, by tandoor oven): not working
2 door upright freezer: -20.9°C
Walk-in freezer: -18.1°C
Walk-in cooler: 4.7°C

Tandoor oven not in use

Sanitation:
Handwash station equipped with hot/cold running water, liquid soap, and garbage receptacle.
3 compartment sink used for thawing at time of inspection
See above infraction
Sanitizer (bleach) in pail measured 200ppm

Storage:
All food items were stored at least 6" off the floor.
All products were either in original packaging or covered inside coolers.
Chemicals and cleaners were stored separate from food preparation areas.

General:

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