China House, 3014 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Richmond, VA 23234 - Fast Food Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: China House
Address: 3014 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Richmond, VA 23234
Type: Fast Food Restaurant
Phone: 804 233-8888
Total inspections: 13
Last inspection: 01/11/2016

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Inspection findings

Inspection date

Type

  • Critical: Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation* (corrected on site)
    Observation: Unwrapped or uncovered food in the walk-in refrigerator, in the prep table low-boy refrigerator, in the 7 Up refrigerator and in the chest freezers.
    Correction: Protect food from cross contamination by storing food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.
  • Critical: Equipment and Utensils - Multiuse, Characteristics*
    Observation: The food contact surface of the bag raw chicken is stored in is not safe.
    Correction: Repair or replace the storage bag to permit easy cleaning and prevent the migration of deleterious substances, or transference of colors, odors, or tastes to food.
  • Refuse - Covering Receptacles
    Observation: Dumpster or outside refuse container was open or uncovered.
    Correction: Cover all waste containers when not in continuous use.
  • Mops - Drying Mops (repeated violation)
    Observation: Mops not hung up to air dry.
    Correction: Wet use maintenance items such as mops must be hung in a position that allows them to air dry so they are not allowed to grow contamination which can then be spread through the establishment at the next use.
01/11/2016Routine
  • Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: Observed that egg rolls and cooked beef was not protected from cross contamination because it was not in packages, covered containers, or wrapped.
    Correction: Prevent cross contamination by storing food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.
09/16/2015Risk Factor
  • Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: Observed that numerous foods in the chest freezers and walk-in refrigerator were not protected from cross contamination because it was not in packages, covered containers, or wrapped.
    Correction: Prevent cross contamination by storing food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.
05/14/2015Risk Factor
  • Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: Observed that tofu, lo mein and cut green peppers in the low-boy
    Correction: cooked beef, egg rolls and breaded chicken in the glass 7-up refrigerator
  • Utensils - In-Use - Between-Use Storage (corrected on site)
    Observation: Dispensing utensils improperly stored between uses.
    Correction: Store in-use utensils or dispensing utensils in one of the following manners: 1) In the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container. 2) In food that is not potentially hazardous with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. 3) On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized every 4 hours. 4) In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain. 5) In a clean, protected location if the utensils are used only with a food that is not potentially hazardous. 6) In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135°F.
  • Critical: Food - Potentially Hazardous Food - Hot Holding* (corrected on site)
    Observation: Cooked brown rice hot holding at improper temperatures.
    Correction: Rapidly reheat the food to 165°F and maintain at 135°F or above through the hot holding period.
  • Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment (repeated violation)
    Observation: The door gaskets to the low-boy refrigerator and the chest freezers are in poor repair.
    Correction: Repair or replace the door gaskets in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.
02/25/2015Routine
No violation noted during this evaluation.12/16/2014Risk Factor
  • Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: Observed that fried chicken wings, broccoli, raw chicken and egg rolls were not protected from cross contamination because these items were not in packages, covered containers, or wrapped.
    Correction: Prevent cross contamination by storing food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.
  • Cloths - Wiping Cloths - Use Limitation (repeated violation)
    Observation: Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
    Correction: Ensure wet wiping cloths are stored in a chemical sanitizer at the proper concentration between use.
  • Food - Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (corrected on site)
    Observation: Frozen pork stored in a plastic grocery bag.
    Correction: Protect food from miscellaneous sources of contamination by storing food in proper food grade storage bags or containers.
  • Critical: Food - Potentially Hazardous Food - Cold Holding* (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: Raw chicken, cooked beef, raw shrimp and raw beef cold holding at improper temperatures
    Correction: Relocate food to a refrigeration unit that is capable of maintaining food storage at 41°F or below.
  • Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
    Observation: The door gaskets to the prep table low-boy refrigerator are in poor repair.
    Correction: Repair or replace the door gasket in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.
  • Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
    Observation: Two chest freezers were observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.
    Correction: Repair the chest freezers to restore a state of condition that allows for proper operation, accuracy, functioning, maintenance, and cleanability per Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter. If unable to repair the chest freezers, replace them with one that meets the specifications of Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter.
  • Equipment - Cutting Surfaces
    Observation: The cutting board along the prep table is heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
    Correction: Resurface or discard and replace the cutting boards to provide a food contact surface that is smooth, easily cleaned and sanitized.
  • Non-Food Contact Surfaces (repeated violation)
    Observation: The nonfood contact surface of the exhaust hood has accumulations of grime and debris.
    Correction: Clean the surface at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues that become encrusted or attract insects and rodents.
  • Physical Facilities - Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (repeated violation)
    Observation: The floor under the frying vat in the kitchen 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.
  • Mops - Drying Mops
    Observation: Mops not hung up to air dry.
    Correction: Wet use maintenance items such as mops must be hung in a position that allows them to air dry so they are not allowed to grow contamination which can then be spread through the establishment at the next use.
09/15/2014Routine
  • Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: Observed that chicken wings, egg rolls and pork were not protected from cross contamination because it was not in packages, covered containers, or wrapped.
    Correction: Prevent cross contamination by storing food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.
  • Critical: Food - Potentially Hazardous Food - Cold Holding* (corrected on site)
    Observation: Raw beef, pork, shrimp & tofu cold holding at improper temperatures
    Correction: Relocate food to a refrigeration unit that is capable of maintaining food storage at 41°F or below.
  • Handwashing Cleanser - Availability (corrected on site)
    Observation: Soap was not provided at the hand washing lavatory in the kitchen
    Correction: Hand soap must be provided at all hand washing lavatories to encourage proper hand washing. Hand cleanser must always be present to aid in reducing microorganisms and particulate matter found on hands.
06/19/2014Risk Factor
  • Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation (corrected on site)
    Observation: Observed that cooked beef, egg rolls, raw chicken in freezer and cooked chicken wings, tofu, bean sprouts, raw shrimp and cooked chicken bits in walk-in were not protected from cross contamination because the food was not in covered containers or wrapped.
    Correction: Prevent cross contamination by storing food in packages, covered containers or wrappings.
  • Cloths - Wiping Cloths - Use Limitation
    Observation: Wiping cloths improperly stored between use.
    Correction: Ensure wet wiping cloths are stored in a chemical sanitizer at the proper concentration between use.
  • Non-Food Contact Surfaces
    Observation: The nonfood contact surface of the exhaust hood has accumulations of grime and debris.
    Correction: Clean the surface at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues that become encrusted or attract insects and rodents.
  • Physical Facilities - Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions
    Observation: Floors in the kitchen under the equipment 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.
02/27/2014Routine
  • Critical: Date Marking - Ready-to-Eat - Potentially Hazardous Food - Date Marking* (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) no foods in the walking box unit not properly dated for disposition.
    Correction: Mark the name and "consume by" date on the container of RTE foods at the time of preparation if the food is to be held for more than 24 hours. If the food is held at 41°F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar days. Some harmful bacteria continue to grow even at refrigeration temperatures so limiting the amount of time in storage limits the amount of growth allowed for these bacteria.
11/12/2013Risk Factor
  • Physical Facilities in Good Repair (corrected on site)
    Observation: Cooking Pot is not maintained in good repair surface is chip where accumulation of grime and debris can hold bacteria
    Correction: Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities.
08/12/2013Routine
  • Critical: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco* (corrected on site)
    Observation: In use open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food contact surfaces or utensils observe employee eating and drinking on prep table.
    Correction: Employees may drink from a closed beverage container if the container is handled to prevent contamination of (1) The employee's hands (2) The container and (3) Exposed food clean equipment, utensils, and linens and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
  • Hair Restraints - Effectiveness (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
    Correction: Ensure all employees wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or nets, beard restraints, and clothing that covers body hair, that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. This section does not apply to food employees such as counter staff who only serve beverages and wrapped or packaged foods, hostesses, and wait staff if they present a minimal risk of contaminating exposed food
  • Critical: Date Marking - Ready-to-Eat - Potentially Hazardous Food - Date Marking* (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) All Food in the walk in cooler refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
    Correction: Mark the name and "consume by" date on the container of RTE foods at the time of preparation if the food is to be held for more than 24 hours. If the food is held at 41°F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar days. Some harmful bacteria continue to grow even at refrigeration temperatures so limiting the amount of time in storage limits the amount of growth allowed for these bacteria.
  • Handwashing Cleanser - Availability (corrected on site)
    Observation: Soap was not provided at the hand washing lavatory in the Kitchen Location
    Correction: Hand soap must be provided at all hand washing lavatories to encourage proper hand washing. Hand cleanser must always be present to aid in reducing microorganisms and particulate matter found on hands.
06/10/2013Routine
  • Hair Restraints - Effectiveness (corrected on site)
    Observation: Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
    Correction: Ensure all employees wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or nets, beard restraints, and clothing that covers body hair, that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. This section does not apply to food employees such as counter staff who only serve beverages and wrapped or packaged foods, hostesses, and wait staff if they present a minimal risk of contaminating exposed food
  • Hand Drying Provision (corrected on site)
    Observation: No continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel has been provided. in mans bathroom
    Correction: Hand drying devices such as individual disposable paper towels, a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel or heated air hand drying device must be provided at all hand washing lavatories to encourage proper hand washing and avoid employees to drying their hands on their clothing or other unclean materials
04/12/2013Routine
No violation noted during this evaluation.01/29/2013Pre-Opening

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