Tim Hortons - Pr. Rupert - Inspection Report

Inspection Information:

Facility Type:Restaurant
Inspection type:Complaint
Inspection date:September 26, 2023
Number of critical violations:0
Number of non-critical violations:  4
Follow-up Required:  Yes

This facility was given a high hazard rating.
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Violations:
A summary of the violations found during the inspection are listed below.

Code Description
209 Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
Observation: Baked goods are displayed uncovered and open to contamination. Donuts, and pastries are placed into the display cabinet which does not have any closure or cover from the back side. Breads are stored uncovered in the shelf above the soup station. (Public Health significance) - Contamination of food from contact with objects, people, pests or chemicals can cause serious illness.
Corrective Action: Cover or otherwise protect all foods from airborne contaminants, drips from raw foods, and contact with objects and staff. If any food is or is suspected to be contaminated, the batch needs to be discarded.
304 Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
Observation: Evidence of cockroaches were found during the inspection. 1 live and 2 dead roaches were found behind the under counter fridge. No signs of pest were found in the rest of the facility (food preparation areas, front end, back end, bathrooms, storage areas). The hired pest control contractor is conducting weekly inspections and implementing control measures. (Public Health Significance) Pests may cross contaminate foods and surfaces or contaminate human food with feces and urine, carry parasites and other diseases.
Corrective Action: Continue to work with pest control contractor to remove the pest from the facility. Provide the next 2 pest control reports to the Environmental Health Officer. Eliminate potential pest entry and access points. Ensure that frequent cleaning and sanitizing is conducted to remove all standing food debris and residues.
305 Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
Observation: There are unnecessary items being stored in the far back corner of the storage area. Items not required for the food premises must be removed as they can potenitally harbour or shelter pest. There is spilled sugar and other minor ammounts of food debris on the shelves in the storage area. Food spills must be cleaned and removed to prevent it from becoming a food source for pest.
Corrective Action: Remove the clutter from the identified area. Clean and sanitize the food spilled on the identified area.
311 Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
Observation: Operator failed to provide notification of that circumstances which may cause a health hazard exist. Section 7 of Food Premises Regulations states: Every operator of food premises must immediately notify a health officer of any circumstance that exists in the food premises that may cause a health hazard.
Corrective Action: Ensure that a written process is in place to communicate validated complaints with Northern Health. Inform the Environmental Health Officer of your communication plan.