Fraser Health Authority



INSPECTION REPORT
Health Protection
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PREMISES NAME
I Am Pho
Tel: (778) 928-6083
Fax:
PREMISES ADDRESS
110 - 100 Schoolhouse St
Coquitlam, BC V3K 6V9
INSPECTION DATE
October 5, 2022
TIME SPENT
1 hour
OPERATOR (Person in Charge)
Hoang Anh Quoc
NEXT INSPECTION DATE
6 Months
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
Yes
HAZARD RATING FOR YOUR FACILITY: Low (≤15) Total Score = 6
Critical Hazards: There are no critical hazards.
Non-Critical Hazards: Total Number: 2
307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
Observation: There is duct tape running the length of the upright freezer doors (exterior & interior). Unsure of its purpose, but duct tape is not food grade, durable or cleanable.
Corrective Action(s): Immediately remove the duct tape from the doors, and repair any damage correctly using food grade materials.
**Correction date: Today**
Violation Score: 3

308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
Observation: 1) The 2-comp prep sink, across from the dishwasher has constantly dripping cold water. The dripping water will harbor pests and is wasting water.
2) There are damaged (cracked, chipped, melted, broken) plastic food containers, lids, and utensils (metal colindar). Pieces of metal and plastic could fall into food, and bacteria can grow in cracks.
Corrective Action(s): 1) Repair/replace the cold water tap, so the cold water can be fully turned off.
**Correction date: Oct. 12/22**
2) Throw away all damaged food containers, lids and/or utensils. Purchase new ones to replaced all damaged ones. Inspect all cookware and dishware every day for damage, and throw away those found damaged.
**Correction date: Oct. 12/22**
Violation Score: 3

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

A routine inspection was completed, the following observations were made:
- Coolers 4C or colder; freezers -21C; hot holding units above 60C; and thermometers present. Raw bean sprouts, stored in ice water bath; cut limes stored on ice; and basil leaves stored on ice.
- Low temperature dishwasher had [Cl2] between 50-100ppm, during the rinse cycle. Good.
- Quats sanitizer in spray bottles had 200ppm strength.
- Hand sinks stocked with liquid soap, paper towels, and running hot and cold water.
- All foods stored in food grade containers; covered; date coded; foods stored in groups with proteins separate or below RTE foods; and all foods stored 6" off the floor on racks/shelves.
- No expired foods in use or for sale. FIFO rules being followed.
- Aluminum foil or paper towels covering surfaces are changed at the end of every night. Good.
- General sanitation level is good. Improvement seen in this areas since the last inspection. The exhaust hood canopy's next professional service is in February 2023. The ceiling and upper walls are absent of dust. Floors under equipment, shelving racks, prep tables, and cooking equipment are absent of accumulated debris.
- No signs of pests.
- FoodSafe certified staff present.