209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
Observation: Light covers were missing over several light bulbs in the room where food prep., dishwashing, and dry storage of pots and pans is conducted.
Corrective Action(s): Install shatterproof light covers over the light bulbs where they are currently missing; Correct within 2 months and contact the district Environmental Health Officer for a follow up inspection.
Violation Score: 3
304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
Observation: Rodent droppings were observed in the dry storage areas upstairs and in the dry storage area downstairs.
Corrective Action(s): 1) Use bleach water to sanitize affected areas and remove rodent droppings; Correct today.
2) Check for signs of recent pest activity and implement pest control measures:
-Continue with the pest control visits. Abell last serviced the traps on February 20, 2019 based on the pest control report.
-Check floor and storage areas for rodent droppings every morning and evening and clean up all affected areas immediately.
-Continue sanitizing all prep. surfaces prior to use.
-Keep food equipment, utensils, and take-out containers in containers with tight fitting lids or in enclosed storage cabinets.
-Seal any holes and entry points.
-Declutter and remove harbourage sources.
-Regularly clean the restaurant to prevent food debris and water on the floor.
Violation Score: 9
305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
Observation: Multiple boxes of cardboard were stored in the upstairs dry storage area.
Corrective Action(s): Declutter and remove all empty cardboard boxes to reduce harbourage areas of pests. Re-organize all dry products so that they are stored off the floor on shelving units at least 6 inches off the floor. Correct today.
Violation Score: 3
306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
Observation: 1) Buildup was observed throughout the floor below shelving units, below the prep. table/counter, near the dishwashing area, behind coolers, and hard-to-reach corners etc.
2) Placemats used to line the shelving unit in the downstairs dry storage area requires cleaning or replacement.
3) Metal shelving unit near the microwave contained buildup of debris over it.
Corrective Action(s): 1) Thoroughly clean the floor to remove the buildup of black debris and to keep the restaurant in a clean condition; Correct by March 26, 2019 (within 2 weeks time).
2) Either thoroughly clean or replace the placemats lining the shelving unit in the downstairs storage room; Correct by March 13, 2019. If you are replacing it, make sure the shelf lining is made of smooth, easy to clean, durable, impermeable to moisture, and non-toxic materials.
3) Clean the shelving unit near the microwave; Correct by March 14, 2019.
Violation Score: 9
307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
Observation: Cardboard was being used to line shelving units in the downstairs dry storage room and shelving unit near the microwave.
Corrective Action(s): Remove cardboard used to line shelving units today as it is not made of easy to clean, durable, and impermeable materials.
Violation Score: 3
315 - Refrigeration units and hot holding equipment lack accurate thermometers [s. 19(2)]
Observation: A thermometer was not present inside a domestic cooler. Operator was unsure if it was behind the food or not.
Corrective Action(s): Ensure a thermometer is available inside the domestic cooler so that its' ambient temperature may be monitored; Correct by March 15, 2019. In the meanwhile, use a thermometer from another fridge or your probe thermometer to monitor its' ambient temperature; Effective immediately.
Violation Score: 1
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