Elk Knob Elementary, 148 Hornet Loop, Pennington Gap, VA 24277 - Public Elementary School Food Service inspection findings and violations

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Restaurant: Elk Knob Elementary
Address: 148 Hornet Loop, Pennington Gap, VA 24277
Type: Public Elementary School Food Service
Phone: 276 546-1837
Total inspections: 13
Last inspection: 01/11/2016
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Inspection findings

Inspection date

Type
Staff was viewed with proper practices of hand washing and glove wear. Cooking beans were measured by staff using thin stemmed probed thermometer. Thawing hamburger rolls were in proper location,(lowest shelf) of Victory cooler for thawing.
No violation noted during this evaluation.		01/11/2016Routine
Great date marking, thawing, handwashing, prevention of barehand contact, and temperature records.
Lasagna prepared today. The meat was cooked this morning then the the lasagna was prepared and reheated. Time in the temperature danger zone during prep and waiting to be placed in the oven for reheating was kept to a minimum.
Discussed turkey prepared for the Thanksgiving meal. It is precooked and pre-sliced, no prep ahead of time.
No violation noted during this evaluation.		11/10/2015Risk Factor
Thawing hamburger rolls were viewed properly placed in walk-in cooler. Staff was viewed wearing gloves properly during preparation of cut apples and hamburgers.
No violation noted during this evaluation.		08/25/2015Routine
Facility well operated.
Good handwashing and prevention of barehand contact observed.
Good monitoring of temperatures. When not in use leave the thermometer on a clean surface instead of putting it into its box, which may contaminate the probe. Remember to wash, rinse, and sanitizer the thermometer probe before use and any time it may be contaminated.
No violation noted during this evaluation.		05/19/2015Routine
Good practice of hand washing and glove wear by staff preparing RTE apples. Staff is also using color coded cutting boards (green color for fruits/vegetables).
No violation noted during this evaluation.		03/11/2015Routine
Discussed and corrected sanitizer wiping solution with manager. Proper hand washing and glove wear observed during lunch service.
  • Critical: Equipment and Utensils - Hot Water and Chemical Sanitizing* (corrected on site)
    Observation: When tested, no sanitizer or a low concentration of chemical sanitizer was found in the sanitize basin. Chlorine sanitizer was at a concentration of 10 PPM.
    Correction: Provide chlorine at proper concentration of 150-200 PPM and immerse or expose food contact surfaces to sanitizing solution for adequate time.
11/21/2014Routine
Most prior noted violations have been corrected. Door frame around walk-in cooler has been sealed properly. Staff was viewed food handling properly during lunch service.
  • Physical Facilities - Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (repeated violation)
    Observation: Vent unit in dishwashing room has a heavy buildup of dust.
    Correction: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning of the physical facilities is an important measure in ensuring the protection and sanitary preparation of food. A regular cleaning schedule should be established and followed to maintain the facility in a clean and sanitary manner.
08/21/2014Routine
Discussed noted issues with manager to have maintenance staff correct. Especially the repeat violation 54-2860 with the wall covering at walk-in cooler. Staff was viewed using proper glove wear and hand washing during lunch service. Chlorine sanitizing solution was measured at 200 PPM.
  • Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (repeated violation)
    Observation: (Concrete, Porous block, Bricks) at doorway of walk-in cooler not finished and sealed to provide a smooth, nonabsorbent, easily cleanable surface.
    Correction: Finish and seal (Concrete, Porous block, Bricks) to provide a smooth, nonabsorbent, easily cleanable surface.
  • Physical Facilities - Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions
    Observation: Portable air conditioner unit and vent system in the stockroom and dishwashing room noted in need of cleaning.
    Correction: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning of the physical facilities is an important measure in ensuring the protection and sanitary preparation of food. A regular cleaning schedule should be established and followed to maintain the facility in a clean and sanitary manner.
  • Ventilation Systems - Cleaning Ventilation Systems - Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition
    Observation: Vent filters in the hood system are not being maintained in a clean condition. Heavy buildup of grease and dust is evident on hood over grill/stove.
    Correction: Maintain hood system vent filters in a clean condition.
04/30/2014Routine
Discussed wall conditions at walk-in cooler door. Final wash temperature measured at 160 degrees F at dishwasher. Staff was noted measuring cooked internal temperature of chicken patties with fine stem thermometer.
  • Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings
    Observation: (Concrete, Porous block, Bricks) door entrance at Thermo-Kool walk-in cooler not finished and sealed to provide a smooth, nonabsorbent, easily cleanable surface.
    Correction: Finish and seal (Concrete, Porous block, Bricks) to provide a smooth, nonabsorbent, easily cleanable surface.
01/13/2014Routine
Dishwashing final temp was measured at minimum of 160 degrees F. Hamburger rolls were properly placed for thawing on lower rack of cooler preventing possible cross-contamination.
No violation noted during this evaluation.		08/20/2013Risk Factor
Discussed with manager any maintenance needed during summer break.
  • Warewashing - Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Wash Solution Temperature
    Observation: The wash temperature of the high temperature sanitizing ware wash machine is not meeting the manufacturer's specifications in a timely manner during normal periods of washing. Long periods of re-charge time are needed to let machine reach mimimum washing temperature.
    Correction: Contact service company in order to adjust/repair machine.
05/14/2013Routine
Breakfast was being served due to delayed weather schedule. Gloves were worn properly during service.
No violation noted during this evaluation.		03/27/2013Risk Factor
All canned goods are labeled with received dates. Gloves were worn properly during lunch service. Sanitizer solution was measured at proper strength.
No violation noted during this evaluation.		12/11/2012Risk Factor

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