Fraser Health Authority



INSPECTION REPORT
Health Protection
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PREMISES NAME
Meadow Sushi
Tel: (604) 460-7222
Fax:
PREMISES ADDRESS
12141 Harris Rd
Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 2E9
INSPECTION DATE
February 21, 2024
TIME SPENT
1 hour
OPERATOR (Person in Charge)
Hyun Soon Shim
NEXT INSPECTION DATE
INSPECTION TYPE
Routine
ACTION TAKENFOOD SAFETY & SANITATION
ADMINISTRATIVE
Information Provided
ENFORCEMENT
Require Corrections
Comply
In Use
Food Safety Training [s. 10]
No
Food Safety Plan [s. 23]
Yes
No
Sanitation Plan [s. 24]
Yes
No
HAZARD RATING FOR YOUR FACILITY: Moderate (16-29) Total Score = 17
Critical Hazards: Total Number: 3
205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Partially cooked shrimp and vegetable tempura as well as sliced avocado was observed being stored out at room temperature in the main sushi bar area. No active orders were being prepared and all staff were having lunch.
Corrective Action(s): All foods that need refrigeration must be put away when they are no longer in use.
Violation Score: 5

302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bleach sanitizer in spray bottle had no detectable level of sanitizer in it. Reviewed with staff how they are to make it and provided a sign with how to make it in the future.
Corrective Action(s): Make sure that the sanitizer is changed every few days if it is not completely used up. Reminder: cutting boards must be cleaned and sanitized every four hours.
Violation Score: 5

401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Hand washing station in kitchen area was blocked with wilted spinach in a draining basket.
Corrective Action(s): Keep this sink clear at all times to allow for hand washing.
Violation Score: 5

Non-Critical Hazards: Total Number: 2
315 - Refrigeration units and hot holding equipment lack accurate thermometers [s. 19(2)]
Observation: Thermometer in sushi display cooler was broken (gaps in red alcohol inside thermometer) and no longer accurate.
Corrective Action(s): Replace thermometer so the temperature can be accurately monitored. Due: Friday Feb 23, 2024
Violation Score: 1

501 - Operator does not have FOODSAFE Level 1 or Equivalent [s. 10(1)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): At the start of the inspection there were no staff on site that had a FoodSafe certification (or equivalent). The owner (who has a valid FoodSafe certificate) came at the end of the inspection.
Corrective Action(s): At least one person with a valid FoodSafe certification must be present at all times during operational hours. Rearrange schedule or have more staff trained to ensure this requirement is met.
Violation Score: 1

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

General observations:
√ Coolers ≤4°C, Freezers ≤ -18°C, Hot holding ≥60°C
√ Thawing observed being done in cooler
√ Food up off floor ≥6”, good stock rotation noted
√ Low temperature dishwasher at or just above 50ppm chlorine
√ Two compartment sink stocked with dish soap, sanitizer, hot and cold running water
√ Test strips present for monitoring dishwasher/sanitizer levels
√ Equipment appeared to be in good working order
√ General sanitation and maintenance is satisfactory
√ No signs of pest infestation noted
√ No concerns with staff hygiene or food handling noted during inspection
√ Permit posted in visible location