INSPECTION REPORT Health Protection AKWN-BRGNS8

PREMISES NAME Flavor Balance Espresso Bar		Tel: (778) 397-2229 Fax:
PREMISES ADDRESS 619 Belmont St New Westminster, BC V3M 5Z8		INSPECTION DATE July 13, 2020	TIME SPENT 1.25 hours
OPERATOR (Person in Charge) Chao Xiong Zeng		NEXT INSPECTION DATE 4 Months
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 No
HAZARD RATING FOR YOUR FACILITY: Low (≤15) Total Score = 13

Critical Hazards: Total Number: 2

301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)] Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): In-use utensils in servery were kept in room temperature water and utensils used for dairy products stored in same container as ice scoop. Corrective Action(s): In-use utensils need to be kept in ice water to prevent the growth of bacteria. Different in-use utensils need to be stored separately to prevent cross-contamination. Ice scoop stored with spoon for yogurt may pick up traces of dairy that may then contaminate drinks that normally do not contain any dairy; and may pose a hazard for those with dairy allergies. Operator corrected at time of inspection. Violation Score: 5 303 - Equipment/facilities/hot & cold water for sanitary maintenance not adequate [s. 17(3); s. 4(1)(f)] Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): In-use wiping cloths not stored in sanitizer in between uses. Corrective Action(s): In-use wiping cloths shall be stored in a bucket of sanitizer when not in use to prevent bacteria from growing on them. The alternative is to use single-use paper towels instead of cloth towels. The sanitizer in the bucket should be the same as the product used in the sanitizer spray bottles (i.e. quats sanitizer). Operator corrected at time of inspection. Violation Score: 5

Non-Critical Hazards: Total Number: 1

305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)] Observation: Food products on display (but not for sale) not covered. Corrective Action(s): All food products shall be covered or protected in a manner that prevents attracting pests. If food products are to be kept on display outside next to the front door they shall be covered. Date to be corrected: Today Violation Score: 3

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

Comments

General observations: All coolers were less than 4 degrees Celsius. Walk-in freezer was -14 degrees Celsius Food storage practices were good. Organization of storage areas was good. Hand sinks were stocked with liquid soap and paper towels. All sinks were equipped with hot and cold running water. Food handler hygiene and food handling practices appeared to be satisfactory. General sanitation was satisfactory. High temperature dishwasher had a final rinse temperature of at least 72.3 degrees Celsius (per maximum registering thermometer) Quats sanitizer (spray bottles) had concentrations of 200ppm Chemicals were stored in a safe manner. No signs of pests. Premise has a COVID-19 safety plan in place and was practicing physical distancing measures. Discussed with operator to ensure each group of patrons is no more than 6 people and to make sure tables are 2 metres apart. Also advised operator to remove any unnecessary tables and/or chairs to help staff and patrons maintain physical distancing.