Fraser Health Authority



INSPECTION REPORT
Health Protection
DKAL-CG3UJW
PREMISES NAME
Indian Courtyard Restaurant
Tel: (604) 614-4533
Fax:
PREMISES ADDRESS
609 12th St
New Westminster, BC V3M 4J3
INSPECTION DATE
July 6, 2022
TIME SPENT
1.5 hours
OPERATOR (Person in Charge)
Virender Singh
NEXT INSPECTION DATE
July 07, 2022
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: Moderate (16-29) Total Score = 26
Critical Hazards: Total Number: 2
301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Dirty rags were kept on counters by the cookline.
Corrective Action(s): The rag was moved to the sanitizer pail at the time of inspection. Ensure rags are kept in sanitizer pails or put in laundry after each use to prevent the growth of pathogens and accumulation of toxins that cause foodborne illness.
Violation Score: 5

401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): The hand washing station in the front bar area was not equipped with soap and paper towels. The second sink did not have hot water due to the faucet being broken. Staff was using the dishwashing sink for handwashing.
Corrective Action(s): Have the second sink repaired immediately. Ensure all hand washing sinks are equipped with hot and cold running water, liquid soap, and disposable paper towels.
Violation Score: 15

Non-Critical Hazards: Total Number: 2
305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
Observation: Dry storage area was cluttered with large bags of flour and rice kept on the floor.
Corrective Action(s): Organize the dry storage area to ensure food is kept at least 6" off the floor to allow for proper cleaning and prevent attracting pests.
Violation Score: 3

308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
Observation: Hot water faucet handle of the handwashing sink was broken in the back kitchen area.
Corrective Action(s): Have the sink repaired immediately. Inspector will return to follow-up.
Violation Score: 3

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

Routine inspection of the food facility conducted.

Temperatures:
- Walk-in cooler was holding curries at <4 degrees Celsius.
- Walk-in freezer had an ambient temperature of -24 degrees Celsius.
- Bar area domestic coolers were at 4 degrees Celsius or less.
- Display cooler is only used for holding sodas and beer only.
- Chest freezers were at or below -18 degrees Celsius.
- Preparation coolers (2) were holding food at 4 degrees Celsius or less.

Sanitation:
- 2 compartment sink was equipped with functional plugs.
- Low temperature dishwasher achieved 100 ppm chlorine residual at the dish surface after the final rinse cycle.
- 200 ppm chlorine residual sanitizer was available in spray bottles and pails.

Storage:
- Stainless steel racks are used for storage.
- Chemicals are stored in a separate room away from food near the side entrance.
- Most items are covered with tight fitting lids inside coolers.

NOTE: Dry storage area is cluttered with bags of flour and rice kept on the floor. *see violation above*

Pest Control:
- Facility is monitored by a professional pest control company.
- No signs of pest activity noted in the food preparation area at the time of inspection.

Administration:
- Operator has FOODSAFE level 1 equivalent certification.