INSPECTION REPORT Health Protection DKAL-CQFT72

PREMISES NAME Indian Courtyard Restaurant		Tel: (604) 614-4533 Fax:
PREMISES ADDRESS 609 12th St New Westminster, BC V3M 4J3		INSPECTION DATE March 31, 2023	TIME SPENT 1.5 hours
OPERATOR (Person in Charge) Virender Singh		NEXT INSPECTION DATE April 04, 2023
INSPECTION TYPE Routine
ACTION TAKEN		FOOD SAFETY & SANITATION
ADMINISTRATIVE Information Provided	ENFORCEMENT Require Corrections	Comply In Use Food Safety Training [s. 10] Yes Food Safety Plan [s. 23] Yes Yes Sanitation Plan [s. 24] Yes Yes
HAZARD RATING FOR YOUR FACILITY: High (≥30) Total Score = 32

Critical Hazards: Total Number: 2

302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)] Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Staff was observed wiping counters with very dirty wash cloths left at room temperature. The cloth was tested with a test strip and had no detectable bleach. The bleach sanitizer bucket with wash cloths was kept aside just to meet the requirement but was not in use. Corrective Action(s): Soak the wash cloths in the sanitizer to prevent the growth of pathogens. When wash cloths are visibly dirty, put them in the laundry or use disposable napkins. Do not keep using dirty cloths - you are not sanitizing anything and only spreading bacteria around the kitchen. Staff was instructed to wipe down all counters with the sanitizer solution at the time of inspection. Violation Score: 5 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)] Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): The hand washing sink in the food preparation area was completely blocked with equipment (stainless steel storage rack, chest freezer). Staff informed that they are not washing hands and pointed towards the dishwashing sink. Corrective Action(s): Do not block the hand washing sink. Your approval to operate the kitchen is based on whether you can safely handle food which requires frequent hand washing to prevent cross contamination. Staff relocated the storage rack at the time of inspection. Violation Score: 5

Non-Critical Hazards: Total Number: 4

209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)] Observation: Food is left uncovered in coolers. Raw meat poultry boxes were being used to store peeled onions in the walk-in cooler. These bins are too large to fit in the dishwasher or dish sinks -therefore, were not adequately sanitized. Preparation cooler inserts are overstocked with containers. Raw meats are stored above ready to eat foods. Corrective Action(s): Review your food safety notes and ensure your staff is trained for food safety. Review your food safety plan and ensure you are operating within your approved plans. Food must be covered with tight fitting lids to prevent spillage and cross contamination. Preparation cooler inserts should not be overstocked. The bottom of containers is contaminated, when you put it over chopped vegetables, you are contaminating the vegetables. Raw meats should be stored on the bottom most shelf to prevent leakage into ready to eat foods. Violation Score: 9 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)] Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): The door to the side entrance of the kitchen was left open "for ventilation". Corrective Action(s): Leaving the door open can allow the entrance of pests. Get a screen door with door sweeps if you wish to leave the door open for ventilation. Otherwise leave the door closed. Violation Score: 3 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)] Observation: Facility has not kept up with sanitation. Cooler shelves, handles, seals, walls, ventilation hood, microwaves, ovens, dish washing sinks, under counter shelves, area around the cook line, faucets, and the mop sink area require immediate cleaning and sanitation. There is build up of food debris and grease. Corrective Action(s): Thoroughly clean the facility. Inspector will return to follow up within 2 business days. Date to be corrected by: April 4, 2023 Violation Score: 9 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)] Observation: Facility has renovated the dining and bar area. The kitchen has been reorganized and equipment has been moved without approval. Handwashing sink is hidden and blocked behind a storage shelf - evidently not in use and inaccessible. Corrective Action(s): Staff was instructed to move the storage shelf at the time of inspection. Do not change the layout of your facility without approval. Violation Score: 1

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

Comments

Routine inspection conducted. Temperatures: - Walk-in cooler was holding curries at an internal temperature of 4 degrees Celsius or less. - Bar area domestic coolers were at 4 degrees Celsius or less. - Display cooler is only used for holding non-PHFs (sodas, drinks, no dairy) - Chest freezers were at or below -18 degrees Celsius. - Preparation coolers (2) were holding food at 4 degrees Celsius or less. NOTE: temperature logs are not being maintained. This has been repeatedly noted on inspection reports. Sanitation: - 2 compartment sink was equipped with functional plugs. - Low temperature dishwasher achieved 50 ppm chlorine residual at the dish surface after the final rinse cycle. *see violations above* Storage: - Stainless steel racks are used for storage. - Chemicals are stored in a separate area away from food near the side entrance. - Most items are covered with tight fitting lids inside coolers. - Food grade containers are used. Pest Control: - No signs of pest activity noted at the time of inspection. *see violation above* Administration: - Operator has valid FOODSAFE level 1 equivalent certification.