209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
Observation:
Bait boxes containing rodent poison found in food storage and processing areas (kitchen). This is unsafe as the poison could be spread via rodent feet and hands when they touch it, and then walk elsewhere.
Corrective Action(s):
Immediately remove all bait boxes from food processing and storage areas. Only mechanical means of eliminating pests shall be utilized.
**Correction date: Today**
Violation Score: 3
305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
Observation:
1) There are gaps at the base of each door leading out of the kitchen, to other areas of the facility. These gaps will allow pests to enter the kitchen.
2) Interior and exterior garbage cans do not have tight fitting lids on them, to exclude pests. This will attract and breed pests.
Corrective Action(s):
1) Install door guards or door sweeps at the base of each door leading out of the kitchen, to exclude pests entering.
**Correction date: Jan. 30/24**
2) Purchase and place tight fitting lids on all exterior and interior garbage cans. The lids shall be kept on the garbage cans at all times, when not in use.
**Correction date: Feb. 6/24**
Violation Score: 3
308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
Observation:
1) The high temperature dishwasher has broken temperature gauges and lights. Staff are unable to determine if the temperature is reaching the required levels for washing and sanitizing.
2) The sink, in front of the dishwasher, is leaking and water is pooling on the floor. This will provide a water source to pests.
3) The drain pipe, under the sink in front of the dishwasher, is leaking and water is pooling on the floor. This will provide a water source to pests.
4) The clear plastic lids, of the dry storage bins storing oatmeal flakes and other dry goods, are cracked. These lids are not cleanable and bacteria will live in the cracks, and/or small pieces of plastic could fall into food.
Corrective Action(s):
1) Repair or replace the temperature gauges and lights so they work correctly and accurate show the temperature of the washing and sanitizing water.
**Correction date: Feb. 6/24**
2) Repair or replace the sink and drain pipe so water no longer leaks from these areas, and the materials durable, smooth, sealed and cleanabel.
**Correction date: Feb. 6/24**
3) Replace all damaged plastic lids with new ones.
**Correction date: Feb. 6/24**
Violation Score: 9
311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
Observation:
The floor in the walk-in-cooler and the surrounding floor outside the cooler (dry storage shelves) is unsealed cement. The cement will absorb spilt food and is difficult to clean. This will attract pests.
Corrective Action(s):
Reseal the floor in the mentioned areas so it is smooth, level, durable, and cleanable.
**Correction date: May 1/24**
Violation Score:
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