Fraser Health Authority



INSPECTION REPORT
Health Protection
233645
PREMISES NAME
Charlie's Chocolate Factory (Port Coquitlam)
Tel: (604) 941-3811
Fax:
PREMISES ADDRESS
2 - 1770 McLean Ave
Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 4K8
INSPECTION DATE
May 23, 2023
TIME SPENT
1.5 hours
OPERATOR (Person in Charge)
NEXT INSPECTION DATE
1 Month
INSPECTION TYPE
Routine
ACTION TAKENFOOD SAFETY & SANITATION
ADMINISTRATIVE
Information Provided
ENFORCEMENT
Require Corrections
Comply
In Use
Food Safety Training [s. 10]
Food Safety Plan [s. 23]
Sanitation Plan [s. 24]
HAZARD RATING FOR YOUR FACILITY: Low (≤15) Total Score = 0
Critical Hazards: There are no critical hazards.
Non-Critical Hazards: Total Number: 3
304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
Observation: Mouse droppings observed throughout facility. Areas include, but are not limited to, under equipment along corners/walls, under sinks, under stairs, etc. Pests can transmit disease and extra measure must be taken to eliminate them.
Corrective Action: Deep clean/sanitize the entire premises and all hard to reach areas. Follow recommendations provided by pest control company. *Monthly inspections currently conducted*
Date To Be Corrected By: 05/29/2023
Corrective Action(s):
Violation Score:

305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
Observation: Conditions observed that may allow for the entry and harbourage of pests. Gaps observed around plumbing fixtures below 2 compartment and 3 compartment sinks. Gap observed under door leading to back stairs from food production area.
Corrective action: Seal all gaps/holes noted above. Install door sweep under door leading to near stairs as mouse droppings were observed in that area.
Date To Be Corrected By: 05/29/2023
Corrective Action(s):
Violation Score:

306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
Observation: Chocolate and dust accumulated throughout premises. Areas include: under dry storage shelves, below equipment, on top of counters, etc. these conditions attract pests.
Corrective action: regularly deep clean all hard to reach areas. Ensure no chocolate/dust accumulation.
Date To Be Corrected By: 05/29/2023
Corrective Action(s):

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

General observations:
-minimal chocolate molding and packaging done on site
--> mostly storage of boxes and sales
-Items > and/or = 6'' above floor
-"Fantastic" sanitizer used to clean counter
(active ingredient: dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride)
-bleach available on site
-Hand wash station equiped with hot/cold running water, soap, and paper towel
-Good employee hygiene
-Non-potentially hazardous food --> no temperature control
-3 compartment sink available and in good working order.