Howe Sound Brew Pub - Inspection Report

Inspection Information:
Facility Type:Restaurant
Inspection type:Routine
Inspection date:February 08, 2005
Number of critical violations:4
Number of non-critical violations:  2
Follow-up Required:  No

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

Code   Description / Observation / Corrective Action
105  Critical Inadequate Cooling & Refrigerated Storage of Potentially Hazardous Food(s)
Observation: All potentially hazardous foods are not stored under refrigeration (4ºC / 40ºF or less ). 'Danby' cooler with dessert items at approx 6C at time of inspection.
Corrective Action: Maintain <4C - monitor and record on Temperature Log.
108  Critical Improper Cleaning, Sanitizing of Equipment and Utensils
Observation: Wiping cloths are not clean, not restricted in use, and not stored in approved sanitizing solution.
Corrective Action: Sanitizing solution (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. ***monitor and record on sanitation log.
109  Critical Other (Specify)
Observation: 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 22 Feb 2005.
116   Improper Construction / Maintenance of Establishment
Observation: 1.Floors not properly maintained, unclean surfaces esp at wall joins and under equipment.
Corrective Action: 1.Clean floors thoroughly esp at wall joins and under equipment.
116   Improper Construction / Maintenance of Establishment
Observation: 2.Seals at counter/wall joins require re-sealing.
Corrective Action: 2.Seal at counter/wall joins behind beer dispensers to prevent the collection of dirt and debris in gaps.
118   Other (Specify)
Observation: Permit to Operate not displayed in view of public.
Corrective Action: Display Permit to Operate in view of public - at front desk is acceptable.
121  Critical Inadequate food safety training - staff
Observation: Not all employees presently on staff have completed the required food handler training program. (Certified operator presently on staff at time of inspection).
Corrective Action: The operator must ensure that in their absence at least one employee on duty has a FoodSafe Certificate, as per Section 10(2) of the Food Premises Regulation. The fine for failing to have adequately trained employees is $230.00. Please provide list of certifies employees in Brew Pub.

Comments:

Inspection 08/02/05
Areas noted at time of inspection.
-final rinse in dishwasher at appropriate concentration (12.5ppm iodine) - monitor and record on Sanitation log.
-liquid soap and paper towels available at handbasin = good!
-ice scoops stored separately from ice in a washable container with handle facing out = good!

28 February 2005 Sanitation Plan approved.