The purpose of today's visit was to conduct a routine inspection. Observed facility clean and organized.
- Sanitizer Test Kit Required (repeated violation)
Observation: There is no test kit located in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
Correction: Obtain a QUATERNARY AMMONIA test kit.
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03/07/2016 | Routine | |
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a routine inspection. Environmental health specialist provided employee health information and hand washing signs.
- Duties / Inform Employees about Responsibility to Report GI Symptoms, Disease, Medical Condition or Exposure to PIC
Observation: Employees are not aware of the reporting procedures concerning information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food.
Correction: The Person in Charge or certified food manager shall inform all food employees and conditional employees of their responsibility to report any information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissable through food as specified under 2-201.11(A).
- Handwashing Signage at Handwashing Facilities Required (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
Observation: Observed that sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees.
Correction: Provide a sign or poster at all handwashing sinks used by food employees that reminds food employees to wash their hands.
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03/13/2015 | Routine | |
- Critical: Responsibility of PIC to Require Food Employees to Report GI Symptoms or Cuts, Disease, Medical Condition or Exposure to PIC (repeated violation)
Observation: Upon discussion with the person-in-charge, one or more of the elements of an effective employee health policy is either missing or incomplete. A complete employee health policy is required to be in place at the food establishment. At the time of this inspection, the Health Department provided and reviewed handouts and resource information in a red folder labeled "Employee Health Policy.
Correction: A complete employee health policy must have the following elements:
1) Employee training on foodborne illness, particularly symptoms of illness and prevention of the Big Five illnesses (see "What is Foodborne Illness" handout)
- Food Temp Meas Device with Small-Diameter Probe, when Required (corrected on site)
Observation: The certified food manager could not provide a small diameter food temperature measuring device.
Correction: A small diameter metal-stemmed probe food thermometer shall be provided and readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature of thin foods such as meat patties and fish filets.
- Sanitizer Test Kit Required
Observation: There is no test kit located in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
Correction: Obtain a Quaternary Ammonium Compound (QAC) test kit to use for checking the concentration of the sanitizing solutions..
- Critical: Quaternary Ammonium Compound Sanitizer Solution Concentration per Use Directions (corrected on site)
Observation: When tested, the quaternary ammonium compound-based sanitizing solution was observed to be at a concentration less than what is required for effective sanitization of food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils. Observed the sanitizing solution in the 3-compartment sink with a concentration of 50 ppm total quaternary ammonium compound.
Correction: The quaternary ammonium sanitizer used in this facility shall have a minimum concentration of at least 200 ppm OR a concentration between 150- 400 ppm based on the manufacturer's use directions and using the appropriate test kit. (more tablets added to 200 ppm).
- Equip/Utensils/Linens/Single-Service/Elevation
Observation: a box containing styro foam cups was observed stored on the floor under the serving counter.
Correction: Keep single service cups, forks, spoons, knives, bowls, and plates at least 6 inches above the floor to protect them from being contaminated.
- Permit to Operate Required, Must be Posted, Must be Valid (repeated violation)
Observation: The establishment has not posted the permit to operate in a conspicuous location.
Correction: No person shall operate a food establishment unless that person possesses a valid permit issued by the Director. Only a person who complies with the requirements of this Chapter shall be entitled to receive or retain such a permit. Permits are not transferable from one owner to another. A valid permit shall be posted in every food establishment in a conspicuous place in the public view. Food establishment permits are issued for a calendar year and expire on December 31 regardless of the month of issue.
- Handwashing Signage at Handwashing Facilities Required (corrected on site)
Observation: Observed that sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees.
Correction: Provide a sign or poster at all handwashing sinks used by food employees that reminds food employees to wash their hands.
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04/14/2014 | Routine | |
No violation noted during this evaluation. | 05/06/2013 | Routine | |
- Critical: Responsibility of PIC to Require Food Employees to Report GI Symptoms or Cuts, Disease, Medical Condition or Exposure to PIC (repeated violation)
Observation: Upon discussion with the person-in-charge, one or more of the elements of an effective employee health policy is either missing or incomplete. A complete employee health policy is required to be in place at the food establishment. At the time of this inspection, the Health Department provided and reviewed handouts and resource information in a red folder labeled "Employee Health Policy.
Correction: A complete employee health policy must have the following elements:
1) Employee training on foodborne illness, particularly symptoms of illness and prevention of the Big Five illnesses (see "What is Foodborne Illness" handout)
- Equipment / Good Repair / Components / Gaskets
Observation: The door gaskets of the reach-in refrigerator is broken/torn.
Correction: Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. Repair or replace the broken rubber gaskets.
- Utensils in Good Repair / Discard
Observation: The following utensil was observed in a state of repair and condition preventing effective maintenance and cleaning/sanitization: Three white rubber spatulas .
Correction: Utensils shall be maintained in a state of repair or condition that complies with the requirements specified under Parts 4-1 and 4-2 or shall be discarded. Discard the damaged rubber spatulas.
- Permit to Operate Required, Must be Posted, Must be Valid
Observation: The establishment has not posted the current (2013) permit to operate in a conspicuous location.
Correction: No person shall operate a food establishment unless that person possesses a valid permit issued by the Director. Only a person who complies with the requirements of this Chapter shall be entitled to receive or retain such a permit. Permits are not transferable from one owner to another. A valid permit shall be posted in every food establishment in a conspicuous place in the public view. Food establishment permits are issued for a calendar year and expire on December 31 regardless of the month of issue.
- Critical: Certified Food Manager/Presence Required
Observation: There is no Certified Food Manager present at the beginning and ending of the inspection.
Correction: It shall be unlawful to operate a food establishment unless it is under the immediate control of a certified food manager. It is highly suggested that you have more than one employee with the food manager's license. ORS Interactive, Inc. (see handout provided) issues the required photo identification card with proof of successful completion of a certified food manager's exam. Failure to have a certified food manager on site during ALL hours of operation including food preparation, food service, and cleaning/sanitizing of equipment/utensils will result in closure of the establishment.
- Critical: Fairfax County Code/Closure Order for No CFM or No Permit/Due Process
Observation: The establishment has been ordered to close due to the lack of a Certified Food Manager. The establishment shall remain closed until there is a Certified Food Manager on premises.
Correction: Please notify me when a Certified Food Manager is present at the establishment. You may not operate until the Health Department reinstates the permit to operate. A follow-up inspection will be conducted within ten (10) days to verify the presence of a Certified Food Manager.
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05/02/2013 | Routine | |
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