INSPECTION REPORT Health Protection CPAK-CVLTTG

PREMISES NAME Mercado		Tel: (778) 991-3109 Fax:
PREMISES ADDRESS 16 - 2565 Barnet Hwy Coquitlam, BC V3H 4E2		INSPECTION DATE September 12, 2023	TIME SPENT 0.75 hours
OPERATOR (Person in Charge) Estaban Cuevas		NEXT INSPECTION DATE 6 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: Moderate (16-29) Total Score = 18

Critical Hazards: Total Number: 1

302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)] Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Sanitizer solution was not available at the front prep area. Sanitizer spray bottle available in the main kitchen was empty. Corrective Action(s): Staff had refilled the bottles (one for each prep area) and sanitized prep surfaces as advised at this time. Ensure to have all food prep surfaces sanitized prior to initiating any food prep in the morning, after each possible contamination and every 2 hours during operation. Violation Score: 15

Non-Critical Hazards: Total Number: 1

304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)] Observation: Rodent droppings were observed on floors underneath coolers. Professional pest control company contracted. Traps in place. Corrective Action(s): Continue to store all food in pest proof containers. Remove droppings every morning/at the end of each shift and have all affected areas sanitized. Keep the back door closed at all times. Violation Score: 3

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

Comments

Routine inspection conducted: - Handwashing stations adequately supplied with liquid soap, paper towels and hot/cold running water. - Coolers operating at/below 4'C; Freezer operating at -18'C. - Hot-holding units operating above 60'C. - Thermometers available for temperature monitoring. - General food storage practice satisfactory. - 200ppm Quats available at automated dispenser. - 3 compartment sink equipped for manual dishwashing. - Washroom handsink satisfactory. NOTE: Discussed about potential kitchen updates in the near future- walk-ins (interior surfaces) and baseboards/floors throughout the kitchen. Please contact the health inspector for any questions or concerns.