Fraser Health Authority



INSPECTION REPORT
Health Protection
244620
PREMISES NAME
Basil Pasta Bar
Tel:
Fax:
PREMISES ADDRESS
4091 Kingsway
Burnaby, BC V5H 1Y9
INSPECTION DATE
May 31, 2021
TIME SPENT
2 hours
OPERATOR (Person in Charge)
Sefi Domb
NEXT INSPECTION DATE
June 04, 2021
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
No
Sanitation Plan [s. 24]
Yes
No
HAZARD RATING FOR YOUR FACILITY: Moderate (16-29) Total Score = 29
Critical Hazards: Total Number: 4
203 - Food not cooled in an acceptable manner [s. 12(a)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
- Large pot of pasta sauce on counter was cooling for about 1 hour. Internal temperature measured 76 deg.C. No ice bath was made nor were ice wands being used as per food safety plan.
- Large container of alfredo sauce stored under counter had surface temperature of 46 deg.C. Staff informed it had been cooling for 1 hour.
Corrective action: please ensure all cooked foods meant for cold storage are adequately cooled according to food safety plan. Cooling begins as soon as food is removed from cooking temperature.
--> Cool sauces using ice bath or ice wand immediately. Food must reach 20 deg.C before cold storage in fridge.
Corrective Action(s):
Violation Score: 5

205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
Cut and prepped mushrooms stored in tray next to stove. Measured 16 deg.C.
Corrective action: once cut, mushrooms and other vegetables become potentially hazardous and must be kept in cold storage. Smaller portions may be taken out for immediate use only, to be used within 2 hours.
--> Move mushrooms into prep cooler.
Corrective Action(s):
Violation Score: 5

302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
- Bread knoves do not get sanitized after cleaned by hand.
- Bleach solution for food contact surfaces measured > 200ppm chlorine. Test strips "bleached out".
Corrective actions: - All utensils must be properly sanitized after every use. If manually washing, items must be submerged in sanitizing solution (100ppm chlorine) for 2 minutes then air dry. Otherwise, use dishwasher.
- Sanitizing solutions must be 100ppm chlorine. Verify with test strips on site.
--> Diluted on the spot to 100 - 200ppm.
Corrective Action(s):
Violation Score: 5

401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
- Soap dispenser unable to dispense soap for handsink by dry storage
- Back handsink by dishpit was obstructed by sauce containers at the start of inspection.
Corrective actions: - ensure all handsinks are supplied with warm water, liquid soap and paper towels. Repair dispenser.
- All handsinks must be available for use/handwashing at all times. No obstructions in or around handsinks, and do not use for anything other than handwashing.
Corrective Action(s):
Violation Score: 5

Non-Critical Hazards: Total Number: 3
209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
Observation:
- Opened can of coconut milk stored in prep cooler
- Pesto sauce in prep cooler left uncovered.
Corrective action: - transfer leftover coconut milk into a food grade container.
- Ensure all stored food items are covered to protect from contamination. Cover the pesto sauce with lid.
Corrective Action(s):
Violation Score: 3

305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
Back door and screen door were both kept open during the inspection.
Corrective action: doors must remain closed when not in use, this will prevent the entry of pests.
- Use only the screen door if ventilation is required.
Corrective Action(s):
Violation Score: 3

306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
Observation:
- Food debris noted under dishpit area, dry storage area, and center prep table. (onion skins, sauce splatter)
Corrective action: ensure the premise is free of food debris to avoid attracting pests. Thoroughly clean noted areas in a regular basis/as necessary.
Corrective Action(s):
Violation Score: 3

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

This inspection done by an EHO student.

Routine
- Beverage cooler 6 deg.C (beverages only, no PHFs)
- Dessert cooler: 4 deg.C
- 2 door sliding cooler: 4.9 deg.C
- Stand up 2 door cooler: 3 deg.C
- Domestic fridge: 5 deg.C (whole vegetables only); freezer portion: -13 deg.C
- Prep cooler: 3 deg.C, insert level: 5 deg.C
* Reminded to staff: do not fill inserts too full, will be difficult to maintain internal temp. of 4 deg.C or colder.
- Dishwasher reached final rinse temp. of 79 deg.C at the plate.
- Temperature logs for coolers/freezers kept
- Hot held sauces: 64 deg.C
- Overall storage/organization of food items satisfactory.
- No signs of pests at time of inspection.
- Overall condition of grease panels and vent hood satisfactory


COVID-19 controls:
- COVID signage posted (max occupancy, mask signage)
- Plexiglass at cashier
- All staff are masked.
- Dine-in is available - ensure seated guests can remain 2m apart.
- COVID-19 safety plan on site for review.