Report No. TCHN-CV7MUV

INSPECTION REPORT
Health Protection
TCHN-CV7MUV

PREMISES NAME
Pho Newton

Tel: (778) 593-1828
Fax:

PREMISES ADDRESS
170 - 7488 King George Blvd
Surrey, BC V3S 3A6

INSPECTION DATE
August 29, 2023

TIME SPENT
1.25 hours

OPERATOR (Person in Charge)
Nguyen Kim Hang

NEXT INSPECTION DATE
3 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	No
Sanitation Plan [s. 24]	Yes	No

HAZARD RATING FOR YOUR FACILITY: High (≥30) Total Score = 47

Critical Hazards: Total Number: 2

302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Mesh noodle strainers observed to be stored in container meant for holding skimmed off broth. Staff stated it was 'cleaned' when immersed in broth.
**Corrected during inspection** Strainers cleaned in high temperature dishwasher when identified.
All food contact surfaces need to be maintained and stored in a sanitary manner.
Corrective Action(s):
Violation Score: 5

401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1. Handwashing stations must be used for handwashing only.
**Corrected during inspection** Educate staff to use handwashing sinks for handwashing. Do not use handwashing sinks as dump sinks or block access to handwashing stations.
2. Kitchen handwashing station observed to be obstructed with large stock pots. This issue has been noted Feb 2022.
**Corrected during inspection** Handwashing stations must always be available for handwashing.
Corrective Action(s):
Violation Score: 15

Non-Critical Hazards: Total Number: 5

209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Mesh noodle strainer baskets observed to be stored on wire extended between two fire suppression lines.
**Corrected during inspection** Baskets removed from wire.

Do not store food contact surfaces on fire suppression lines. Lines are not sanitary, and may damage lines.
Corrective Action(s):
Violation Score: 3

210 - Food not thawed in an acceptable manner [s. 14(2)]
Observation: *REPEAT* (Since April 2023) Raw meat observed tob e stored at room temperature in front of dipslay chest freezer. Operator stated meat was thawing.
**Corrected during inspection** Product moved to cooler. Only the following approved methods are approved for thawing foods:
1. under cold running water,
2. in cooler,
3. in microwave (if cooked immediately afterwards).
Corrective Action(s):
Violation Score: 3

304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
Observation: Rodent droppings observed in and near hot water tank room, and in dry storage.
Corrective Action(s): Declutter facility, clean and monitor for pest activity. If pest activity observed, contract pest control company.
Correct by: immediately
Violation Score: 3

306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
Observation: 1. *REPEAT* (Since April 2023) Pink build up observed in ice machine
2. *REPEAT* (Since April 2023) Range hood filters observed to have heavy build up of grease
Corrective Action(s): 1-2: All areas of restaurant need to be cleaned regularly.
Correct by: immediately
2: Range hood filters to be cleaned at least weekly.
Correct by: immediately
Violation Score: 9

307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
Observation: 1. *REPEAT* (Since April 2023) Mixing bowl observed to be used as a scoop for rice. Stored in rice container.
Corrective Action(s): Use scoop with handles to scoop food from ingredient bins.
Correct by: immediately
Violation Score: 9

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

Comments

Routine inspection conducted.

Temperatures:
Undercounter cooler (Front of house, Danby): ~6°C
2 door display cooler (Front of house, True): 12.2°C
Unit stores soft drinks and other non-potentially hazardous foods only.
Chest freezer (Dry storage room, Danby Designer): -15.2°C

Chest freezer (Kitchen, Danby Premiere): -13.4°C
Rice cooker (Kitchen): 67.7°C
Display chest freezer (Kitchen): -15.6°C
Walk-in cooler: 2.3°C
Upright 2 door freezer (True freezer): -14.3°C
2 door preparation cooler (Reliant): 3.4°C

Sanitation:
Handwash stations equipped with hot/cold running water, liquid soap, paper towels, and garbage receptacle.
High temperature dishwasher measured 72.6°C on first cycle
Bleach sanitizer measured 200ppm

Storage:
All food items were stored off the floor.
All products were either in original packaging or covered inside coolers.
Storage area was well-organized.
Chemicals and cleaners were stored separate from food preparation areas.

General:
FoodSAFE certifications displayed

Let your district inspector know if there are any questions or changes to your previously approved plans