Fraser Health Authority



INSPECTION REPORT
Health Protection
SDHI-D2GRK8
PREMISES NAME
Prabu Sweets
Tel: (604) 596-1308
Fax: (604) 596-1398
PREMISES ADDRESS
106 - 7035 128th St
Surrey, BC V3W 4E2
INSPECTION DATE
February 15, 2024
TIME SPENT
2 hours
OPERATOR (Person in Charge)
Varinder Sandhu
NEXT INSPECTION DATE
March 07, 2024
INSPECTION TYPE
Routine
ACTION TAKENFOOD 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: High (≥30) Total Score = 39
Critical Hazards: Total Number: 3
201 - Food contaminated or unfit for human consumption [s. 13]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): One container of Bush Brand Orange Red food colouring observed on dry storage shelf on site during inspection. Staff voluntarily discarded the container of food coloring during inspection.
Corrective Action(s): Bush Brand Orange Red food colouring is not approved for human consumption as it contains a non-permitted ingredient (INS 122). Do not purchase this food colouring in future. Ensure to purchase food colourings which are from an approved source and which contain Canadian permitted ingredients.
Violation Score: 5

302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bleach sanitizer measured at >>>200 ppm chlorine concentration in pail. Staff diluted sanitizer during inspection which measured at 200 ppm chlorine concentration with test strip.
Corrective Action(s): Bleach sanitizer must be prepared at a concentration of 200 ppm by mixing 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of bleach with 1L of water. Bleach sanitizer at a concentration greater than 200 ppm can chemically contaminate food contact surfaces and food. Obtain chlorine test strips for staff to verify sanitizer strength throughout the day.

To be corrected by: immediately
Violation Score: 5

401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Basin for hand washing station in main kitchen near back door observed obstructed with two utensils placed inside. Staff moved the utensils to the dishwashing area during inspection.
Corrective Action(s): DO NOT store any items in the designated hand washing sink basin. The hand washing station is intended for STRICTLY handwashing purposes. Hand washing stations must be maintained unobstructed and supplied with hot and cold running water, liquid soap and paper towel to promote proper, frequent hand washing by staff.
Violation Score: 5

Non-Critical Hazards: Total Number: 4
209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Five large containers of soaked chickpeas observed stored outside. Staff moved the containers to inside the premise during inspection.
Corrective Action(s): DO NOT store any food outside. All food must be stored inside the premise to prevent potential physical, biological and/or chemical chemical contamination. Store food in designated food storage areas ONLY.
Violation Score: 3

304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
Observation: [REPEAT VIOLATION] Rodent droppings observed in the second part of the building in the samosa/sweet preparation area in the specific areas:
- On the floor along the walls at the front
- On the floor at the back near the large dry storage containers
- On the floor in the storage room
Corrective Action(s): Remove pest droppings from affected aforementioned areas. Sanitize affected areas with 1 part bleach and 9 parts water bleach solution. Submit recent pest reports to the health inspector for review. Contact pest control company to assess and apply further treatment as necessary.

To be corrected by: immediately
Violation Score: 9

306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
Observation:
1. General sanitation of facility is unsatisfactory observed with black mold/mildew, puddles of water, dust, grease, and/or food debris in the following areas:
- Washroom and dishwashing area floor observed with puddles of dirty water
- Kitchen and walk-in cooler floor observed with heavy grease build-up
- Ceiling tiles in kitchen observed with heavy dust build-up
- Black mold/mildew observed on the wall (bottom) beneath and behind the 3-compartment sink

2. Clutter observed in the second area/extension of the building in the samosa preparation part of the premise, specfically where large quantities of all dry stored sweets ingredients are kept and in the small storage room. Multiple items observed stored directly on the floor in the storage room.
Corrective Action(s):
1. Degrease, clean and sanitize all aforementioned areas to remove mold/mildew, food debris, grease, dust and/or water spills. Remove all large pieces of equipment/storage containers from both sides of the premise and conduct a deep cleaning of the floors.

2. Re-organize BOTH storage rooms in the main kitchen and side samosa preparation area. All items should be off the floor to prevent rodent entry/harbourage/breeding on site AND to conduct regular cleaning of the premise.
Violation Score: 9

311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
Observation: Two ceiling tiles in the kitchen observed in kitchen missing OR broken.
Corrective Action(s): Replace broken or missing ceiling tiles to ensure the premise is maintained as per approved plans and to prevent potential physical contamination of food.

To be corrected by: March 7, 2024
Violation Score: 3

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

Routine Inspection Conducted

Observations:
- All coolers at or below 4'C
- All freezers at or below -19'C
- No hot-holding on site
- All food observed covered and stored at least 6 inches off the floor
- 3-compartment sink available with drain plugs and bleach
- Hand washing stations are supplied with hot and cold running water, liquid soap and paper towel
- High-temperature dishwasher measured at 72'C at plate surface (above minimum required final rinse temperature of 71'C)
- FOODSAFE Level 1 trained staff available on site
- Staff observed wearing hair nets
- Permit posted in a conspicuous location on site

Notes:
- Follow-up inspection to be conducted on Mar 7, 2024

Please contact the health inspector for any questions or concerns.