209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
1) Expired tofu was found (Mar. 15/19) in the walk in cooler. The product is unsafe to consume.
2) Staff are storing personal items (coats, bags, etc) with and/or beside food items in the dry storage/staff room. This practice has been mentioned in past inspections and this practice could contaminate the food.
3) Found uncovered containers of food (sugar, etc.) in the dry storage room. The foods can be contaminated.
Corrective Action(s):
1) Immediately discard the tofu. During the inspection, the tofu was thrown away.
2) Inform staff to store their personal belongings in the designated areas, away and separate from food. It is recommended that small lockers or cubbies be stalled to encourage this behavior.
Correction date: Immediately**
3) Immediately have lids placed on these containers of food, and the lid should remain on unless needed.
Correction date: Immediately
Violation Score: 3
306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
Observation:
Food stains found on walls in the dry storage room and kitchen, and on the sides of equipment. Minimal food debris found under racks, shelves, pallets, and around legs of equipment & racks. This will attract pests. Mice droppings found in the corner by the entrace door to the kitchen, from the loading area.
Corrective Action(s):
Wash these areas with hot water & soap, and sanitize. More frequent, detailed cleaning is needed to address these problem areas.
**Correction date: Today**
Violation Score: 3
308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
Observation:
1) Found plastic food bins and lids with cracks and chips. These bins and lids are not cleanable; bacteria will live in the cracks; and there is a possibility that pieces of plastic could fall into food.
2) The drain pipe under the 2-comp sink, in the drink jug washing and filling area, is leaking. Water is pooling on the floor which will harbor pests.
Corrective Action(s):
1) Immediately throw away any damaged food bins and lids, purchase new ones. Ensure to inspect equipment, bins, and utensils on a daily basis for damage.
**Correction date: Apr. 1/19**
2) Immediately repair or replace the pipe so it no longer leaks. Ensure the pooling water is mopped up more frequently.
**Correction date: Apr. 15/19**
Violation Score: 3
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