INSPECTION REPORT Health Protection MUPN-CY2QWB

PREMISES NAME Hibiscus Foods Inc		Tel: (604) 475-3200 Fax:
PREMISES ADDRESS 9 - 1850 Kingsway Ave Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 1S6		INSPECTION DATE November 29, 2023	TIME SPENT 1 hour
OPERATOR (Person in Charge) Brian Chin		NEXT INSPECTION DATE
INSPECTION TYPE Routine
ACTION TAKEN		FOOD SAFETY & SANITATION
ADMINISTRATIVE Information Provided	ENFORCEMENT Require Corrections	Comply In Use Food Safety Training [s. 10] Food Safety Plan [s. 23] Yes Yes Sanitation Plan [s. 24] Yes No
HAZARD RATING FOR YOUR FACILITY: High (≥30) Total Score = 51

Critical Hazards: Total Number: 1

401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)] Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Only handwashing station in dough rolling/assembly area had a long hose attached to end of tap making it unusable for staff to properly wash their hands. Hose removed during inspection. Corrective Action(s): - Install a second hose connection for use of cleaning large equipment. Due: 2 weeks - Keep all hand wash stations free and clear at all times. Hose disconnected during inspection. Violation Score: 15

Non-Critical Hazards: Total Number: 4

304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)] Observation: Observed mouse nesting material in the spice storage area next to a piece of equipment in storage. Mouse droppings found in behind packaging material at entrance of premise. Some traps noted throughout premise. Corrective Action(s): Do a deep clean of premise as noted in other violation, also removing all nesting material. Due: Dec 8, 2023 Violation Score: 9 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)] Observation: Large amount of flour observed coating many surfaces including (but not limited to): cords, exposed piping, shelves, etc in dough room. Significant build-up of flour observed in behind tables and equipment that is not easily moved. Corrective Action(s): Do a complete and thorough cleaning of premise removing all built up flour dust and food debris. Due: Dec 8, 2023 Violation Score: 15 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19] Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Two pieces of equipment made of up taped together meat forks or plastic forked spoons. These cannot be easily cleaned and could contaminate food with pieces of material that were breaking off of them. Corrective Action(s): Tools/equipment of concern discarded during inspection. All tools and equipment must be make of durable, food grade, easily cleanable material. Violation Score: 9 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)] Observation: Light above stove is out creating a darker work space. Corrective Action(s): Repair/replace light to create sufficient light for workers while area in use. Due: Dec 8, 2023 Violation Score: 3

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

Comments

General observations: √ Freezers ≤ -18°C √ Cooling reviewed, no concerns with process noted √ Bleach sanitizer available at 100ppm in spray bottles √ Three compartment sink stocked with dish soap, sanitizer, hot and cold running water