Fraser Health Authority



INSPECTION REPORT
Health Protection
250550
PREMISES NAME
Huong Viet Vietnamese Restaurant
Tel: (604) 581-4710
Fax:
PREMISES ADDRESS
14667 108th Ave
Surrey, BC V3R 1V9
INSPECTION DATE
January 28, 2021
TIME SPENT
1 hour
OPERATOR (Person in Charge)
Trung Thi Nguyen
NEXT INSPECTION DATE
1 Month
INSPECTION TYPE
Routine
ACTION TAKENFOOD SAFETY & SANITATION
ADMINISTRATIVE
Information Provided
ENFORCEMENT
Require Corrections, Issue Closure Order
Comply
In Use
Food Safety Training [s. 10]
No
Food Safety Plan [s. 23]
No
No
Sanitation Plan [s. 24]
No
No
HAZARD RATING FOR YOUR FACILITY: High (≥30) Total Score = 0
Critical Hazards: Total Number: 5
206 - Hot potentially hazardous food stored/displayed below 60 °C. [s. 14(2)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Soup and boiled noodles were stored at 23C on the counter. Garlic oil was kept at room temperature with fresh herbs.
-Operator discarded the above mentioned items.
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301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
Observation: Dirty wash rags are kept all over the facility on food contact surfaces and on food. Dirty rag was found on basil leaves and noodles.
-Operator removed the rag from the food and re-washed the basil leaves. Noodles were discarded.
-Ensure all dirty rags are stored in sanitizer solution.
Date to be corrected by: Today
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302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
Observation: No sanitizer is available on site. Scented bleach was being used for cleaning floors. No regular bleach was on site. Dishwasher was turned off.
-Facility must shut down. See closure order. All food preparation is on hold. Re-wash all surfaces and counters. Disinfect using 100ppm bleach solution before commencing operation.
-Re-wash all dishes. Ensure the dishwasher achieves 50ppm chlorine residual.
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401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
Observation: 2 handsinks had no paper towels available.
-Ensure all handwashing sinks are equipped with hot/cold running water, liquid soap, and disposable paper towels.
Date to be corrected by: Immediately
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402 - Employee does not wash hands properly or at adequate frequency [s. 21(3)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Employee was seen washing their hands with gloves on.
-Do not wash hands with gloves on. Discard gloves, wash hands, and put on a new pair.
-Employee asked to remove gloves and re-wash hands.
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Non-Critical Hazards: Total Number: 12
102 - Operation of an unapproved food premises [s. 6(1)]
Observation: Facility has not been approved yet. Application is under process.
Date to be completed by: Immediately.
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103 - Failure to hold a valid permit while operating a food service establishment [s. 8(1)]
Observation: Facility is operating without a permit.
-Ensure you obtain permit before operating.
-Facility to remain closed until approved.
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209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
Observation: Grocery bags used for food storage directly - sprouts, cooked noodles, salad found in plastic bags in coolers.
-Remove all grocery bags from storage. They can leach chemicals into food.
-Uncovered food items stored in coolers.
-Ensure all items are covered when stored in coolers to prevent cross contamination.
Date to be corrected by: Immediately
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212 - Operator has not provided acceptable written food handling procedures [s. 23]
Observation: Operator has to provide updated food handling procedures.
Date to be corrected by: Immediately.
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305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
Observation: A big pile of cardboard boxes was stored near the washrooms in the boiler room.
-Operator removed the boxes.
-Do not store boxes as they can attract pests.
-Remove other excess materials from the floor.
Date to be completed by: Immediately
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306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
Observation: Perform thorough cleaning and sanitation of the facility. Grease build-up was noted around the equipment. Cooler handles were sticky. Cooler seals had mould growth.
-Thoroughly clean and disinfect the facility.
Date to be corrected by: Immediately
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307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Non-food grade material used for food contact. Cardboard left on counters in the kitchen.
-Operator removed cardboard from the kitchen.
-Do not use cardboard as a food contact surface. It cannot be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized.

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309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Washroom cleaner bottle was being re-used to store kitchen detergent.
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310 - Single use containers & utensils are used more than once [s. 20]
Observation: Single-use plastic bags are re-used to store food in the coolers.
-Remove all single-use bags from coolers. Use food-grade containers/bags that can be washed and sanitized.
Date to be corrected by: Immediately
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312 - Items not required for food premises operation being stored on the premises [s. 18]
Observation: Items unrelated to the business are stored on premises. Body ailment, boxes, unused equipment must be all removed.
-Ensure the facility only has related equipment and tools on site. Unnecessary items can attract pests and collect dust.
Date to be completed by: Immediately
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314 - Operator has not provided acceptable written sanitation procedures [s. 24]
Observation: Operator has not provided an updated copy of the food safety plan. There have been menu changes.
Date to be completed by: Immediately
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502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
Observation: Staff on site does not have valid food safety level 1 certifications.
-Ensure at least 1 staff member has foodsafe level 1 or equivalent in the absence of the owner.
Date to be corrected by: Immediately
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Follow Up to "Critical" Violations Noted on Previous Inspections (if applicable): No corrections entered
Comments

Facility closed until all violations have been corrected. Inspector to follow-up to ensure compliance.

Order posted on the door ID verified.