North Beach Lounge & Grill - Inspection Report

Inspection Information:
Facility Type:Restaurant
Inspection type:Routine
Inspection date:February 01, 2005
Number of critical violations:3
Number of non-critical violations:  4
Follow-up Required:  Yes

Violations:
A summary of the violations found during the inspection are listed below.

Code   Description / Observation / Corrective Action
108  Critical Improper Cleaning, Sanitizing of Equipment and Utensils
Observation: 2.Sanitizing rinse for dishwashing not at proper concentration for adequate time (Chlorine 100ppm).
Corrective Action: 2.Sanitizing rinse (100ppm chlorine) repaired by service person at time of inspection. Please monitor with test strips at least daily and record concentration.
108  Critical Repeat Improper Cleaning, Sanitizing of Equipment and Utensils
Observation: 1.Wiping cloths are not clean, not restricted in use, and not stored in approved sanitizing solution.
Corrective Action: 1.Sanitizing solution (Chlorine 100ppm or QAC 200 ppm) with wiping cloths must be kept in a separate container, monitored with test strips and changed every 2 hours - prepared at time of inspection. Discussed automatic dispensers with for sanitizer with operator.
109  Critical Other (Specify)
Observation: (REPEAT) A Sanitation Plan has not been completed and approved for this facility. A Sanitation Plan is required under Section 24 of the Food Premises Regulation. The fine for failing to have written sanitation procedures is $230.00.
Corrective Action: A Sanitation Plan must be submitted by 08 Feb 05.
110   Food Not Protected - General
Observation: 1.Accurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate hot holding and refrigerated storage temperatures. Not all refrigerators have thermometers. Hot holding presently not evaluated.
Corrective Action: 1.Provide thermometers for all refrigeration units. Discussed IR thermometers and temperature logs for refrigerators and hot holding with operator.
110   Food Not Protected - General
Observation: 2.Food not protected during storage from potential sources of contamination - 1.some foods in walk-in cooler not properly covered; 2.some storage of foods in walk-in cooler not off floor; 3.(REPEAT) dry goods (flour, oats, etc) not kept covered or not in separate containers with lids.
Corrective Action: 2.Protect foods during storage in walk-in cooler and dry goods storage area - 1. cover all foods in walk-in cooler; 2. do not store foods on floor in walk-in cooler (even if in containers or boxes!); 3.store dry goods in containers with lids and close lids on containers presently used for storage.
110   Food Not Protected - General
Observation: In use food including (ice) dispensing utensils not properly stored.
Corrective Action: 3.To reduce the risk of contamination to the ice, provide a designated ice scoop and store in a washable container on a separate shelf (external to the ice machine!) with the handle facing out.
113   Improper Sanitary Facilities
Observation: Handwashing facilities not fully stocked - no soap or no approved towels or no hand drying devices present - 1.no paper towels in dispenser at handbasin in coffee service area; 2.no paper towel dispenser at handbasin in food prep area; 3.no soap dispenser at sink in pastry prep area.
Corrective Action: Handbasins must be kept clean and supplied with liquid soap and paper towels at all times during operation - 1.paper towels replaced in dispenser at handbasin in coffee service area at time of inspection; 2.provide wall-mounted paper towel dispenser at handbasin in food prep area (wall-mounted soap dispenser already in place); 3.provide wall-mounted soap dispenser (wall-mounted paper towel dispenser already in place) at sink in pastry prep area.
116   Improper Construction / Maintenance of Establishment
Observation: 3.In dishwashing area: 1.algae growth is forming behind dishwasher; 2.tiles above sink/wall join are cracked and loose; 3.seal at sink/wall join is dirty and no longer sealed.
Corrective Action: 3.In dishwashing area: 1.thoroughly clean behind dishwasher; 2.replace tiles above 3compartment sink; 3.remove caulking, clean, and re-seal at sink/wall join.
116   Improper Construction / Maintenance of Establishment
Observation: 2.Ventilation hoods, ductwork, filters have some grease build-up on surfaces and in corners.
Corrective Action: 2.Clean vent hoods, duct work, and filters on a regular basis.
116   Improper Construction / Maintenance of Establishment
Observation: 1.Floors not properly maintained in food prep area - unclean surfaces esp. at floor/wall joins, in corners, under equipment, bottoms of doors, and legs of equipment ( including walk-in cooler / walk-in freezer and dry goods storage area).
Corrective Action: 1.All floors in food prep area must be thoroughly cleaned and kept clean.
118   Other (Specify)
Observation: Permit to Operate not displayed in view of public.
Corrective Action: Display Permit to Operate in view of public.
122  Critical Repeat Inadequate Food Safety Plan
Observation: A Food Safety Plan has not been completed and approved for this facility. A Food Safety Plan is required under Section 23 of the Food Premises Regulation. The fine for failing to have written food handling procedures is $230.00.
Corrective Action: A Food Safety Plan must be submitted by 15 Feb 05.

Comments:

Inspection 01/02/05 at 11:30am
Other areas noted at time of inspection.
-walk-in freezer at <-18C = good!... very full at time of inspection, but organized = good!
-walk-in cooler <4C and well-organized with potentially hazardous foods being kept separate from raw and/or cooked foods = good!
-'dairy fridge'<4C / 'coldmatic' fridge <4C / lower drawers in food prep area <4C = good!
-staff very cooperative = thanks!