209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
1. Raw meats stored on top of paneer (on the top shelf) and next to other ready-to-eat foods in the walk in cooler. Operator moved all meats to the bottom shelf in the walk-in cooler during inspection.
2. Multiple food items throughout the premises (walk-in cooler and in the dry storage area) observed uncovered at risk of contamination. Operator covered all foods with food grade material (plastic wrap or stainless steel covers) during time of inspection.
3. Dry storage containers observed uncovered with scoops placed directly inside (sugar container and other spices). Operator covered all foods and removed scoops from the containers.
4. Open can of tomato paste observed in the walk-in cooler. Can of tomato paste was voluntarily discarded during the time of inspection.
5. Multiple bags of food (flour, chana) observed stored directly on the floor. Operator moved all food off the floor during inspection to the assigned food storage area.
Corrective Action(s): Ensure all staff is properly trained in the following food safety and storage practices to prevent cross-contamination risk:
- All food must be stored off the floor
- All foods must be covered with food grade material
- All raw meats must be stored seperately from ready-to-eat foods (e.g. produce)
- All scoops for dry storage should be placed outside the containers
- All opened cans of food should be used immediately, stored in food grade containers in the cooler or discarded immediately
Violation Score: 15
304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
Observation: 1. Fruit flies observed during time of inspection in the back storage area (next to staff washroom). Flies observed in the food preparation area next to the freezers.
2. Rodent droppings observed in back storage area near the common hallway and in storage area underneath stairs.
Operator mentioned that pest control company is contracted but was not able to provide invoices/reports during time of inspection.
Corrective Action(s): Contact pest control company to investigate fly and rodent droppings on premises. Ensure all rodent droppings are cleaned and areas are sanitized immediately. Send pest control reports to the health inspector once completed.
Date to be corrected by: September 8th, 2021
Violation Score: 9
305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Two large containres of sugar water/syrup placed directly on the floor next to the chest freezer observed attracting flies. Operator discarded the sugar water during time of inpsection.
Corrective Action(s): Ensure all conditions which attract pests (mop water, uncovered foods etc.) are mitigated to prevent pest attraction.
Violation Score: 3
306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
Observation: General sanitiation of premises is not satisfactory. Floors, all hard-to-reach areas in the kitchen, door handles observed in unsanitary condition. Back storage room observed disorganized and attracting flies.
Corrective Action(s): Premises requires deep cleaning, degreasing and sanitation. Ensure all hard to reach areas, floors, and door-handles are cleaned and sanitized and kept in a sanitary manner. Ensure these areas are cleaned more frequently by staff to prevent build-up of grease/debris.
Date to be corrected by: September 8th, 2021
Violation Score: 3
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