La Miguelena Market, 404 S. Washington Street, Falls Church, VA 22046 - Fast Food Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: La Miguelena Market
Address: 404 S. Washington Street, Falls Church, VA 22046
Type: Fast Food Restaurant
Phone: 703 241-8244
Total inspections: 4
Last inspection: 11/30/2015

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Inspection findings

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  • Critical: Chlorine Sanitizer Solution Concentration based on pH and Water Temp (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: When tested, the chlorine-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 2 wet wash cloth buckets with a concentration of 0.0 ppm total chlorine.
    Correction: A chlorine-based sanitizing solution shall have a minimum concentration of at least 50 to100 ppm total chlorine when tested using the appropriate test kit. Corrrected.
  • Handwashing Sink / Mix Valve or Combination Faucet , Water at 100°F (repeated violation)
    Observation: The handwashing sink at employees restroom is equipped with separate cold and water faucets rather than a mixing valve or combination faucet. 60F.
    Correction: A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100°F through a mixing valve or combination faucet.
  • Hand Drying Provision / Individual, Disposable Towels
    Observation: Observed that paper towels were not provided at each handwashing sink. Roll of paper towels sitting on wall.
    Correction: Provide paper towels at each hand sink to allow employees to properly dry their hands after handwashing. AS DISCUSSED, ROLL OF PAPER TOWELS MUST BE IN A HOLDER, TO NOT BE TOUCHED OR BE LIKELY TO FALL ON FLOOR BETWEEN USES (OR) YOU CAN SIMPLY USE, A STACKABLE PILE OF PAPER NAPKINS (STORED AS FAR AWAY FROM SINK AS PRACTICAL).
11/30/2015Risk Factor
  • Critical: Handwashing / When to wash hands (corrected on site)
    Observation: A food employee failed to wash his or her hands before engaging in food preparation, after touching bare human body parts, after coughing, sneezing, eating, after handling soiled utensils, or after engaging in any activity that could contaminate the hands. Observed foodservice employees conducting different tasks, including touching body parts, without washing hands & changing gloves.
    Correction: ALL food employees shall wash their hands OFTEN especially after handling trash, using the restroom, handling raw meats, handling soiled equipment and utensils, BEFORE putting on clean gloves, etc. Proper handwashing frequencies will aid in the reduction of foodborne illness. Discussed with CFM. ORAL & WRITTEN INFO. PROVIDED.
  • Critical: Hot Holding of Potentially Hazardous Foods at 135°F or More (corrected on site)
    Observation: The following food item(s) were found hot holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: chicken mix 108-114F
    Correction: Potentially hazardous foods (time/temperature control for safety food) shall be hot held at a temperature of 135°F or above unless the permit holder is using "time as public health control" as specified under 3-501.19. Reheated to 165F.
  • Critical: Chlorine Sanitizer Solution Concentration based on pH and Water Temp (corrected on site)
    Observation: When tested, the chlorine-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 wet wash cloths with a concentration of 0.0 ppm total chlorine.
    Correction: A chlorine-based sanitizing solution shall have a minimum concentration of at least 50 to100 ppm total chlorine when tested using the appropriate test kit. CORRECTED. ORAL & WRITTEN INFO.
  • Handwashing Sink / Mix Valve or Combination Faucet , Water at 100°F
    Observation: Water from the handwashing sink at rest room was measured at a temperature less than 100°F. 79F.
    Correction: A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100°F through a mixing valve or combination faucet.
  • Handwashing Sink / Accessible at All Times (corrected on site)
    Observation: The handwashing facility is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
    Correction: A hand washing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. CORRECTED. ORAL & WRITTEN INFO.
  • Critical: Falls Church City Code/CFM Presence Required (corrected on site)
    Observation: There is no Certified Food Manager present at the beginning 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. NOTE: CFM arrived during the inspection approximately 30 minutes after being contacted.
06/25/2015Routine
No violation noted during this evaluation.09/19/2014Routine
**Approval is hereby granted for the issuance of a Health Department Permit. This inspection report shall serve as your permit until the official permit is received. All outstanding violations are to be corrected within ten (10) days but no later than the time of your first routine inspection (approximately 30 days). Equipment additions/replacement/changes are not allowed without Health Department approval.**
Note the following recommendations:
It is recommended that more than one person on staff be a Certified Food Manager. A Certified Food Manager must be on the premises during ALL food preparation and service.
Recommendation is made to have exhaust hood cleaned at least every six months. Maintain records of hood cleaning for Health Department review.
Recommendation is made to clean hood filters at least every two weeks.
It is recommended that the grease trap be cleaned at least every two months. Maintain records of grease trap cleaning for Health Department review.
It is recommended that a monthly pest control program be implemented. Maintain records of pest control treatments for Health Department review.

  • Equipment / Good Repair / Components / Gaskets
    Observation: The door gaskets of the following unit(s) are (missing, damaged):
    1) True prep cooler,
    2) True reachin freezer

    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.
  • Modifications to FDA Food Code/Section 4-205.10, Equipment Certification
    Observation: The following items are intended for household use only and are not approved for use in a commercial food establishment:
    1) Sharp Carousel microwave

    Correction: Food equipment that is certified or classified for sanitation by an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited certification program will be deemed to comply with Parts 4-1 and 4-2 of this chapter. Food equipment in a food establishment shall be certified of classified by an ANSI-accredited certification program, an equivalent certification program, or approved by the Regulatory Authority before installation and/or use.
  • Certified Food Manager/Certificate Process
    Observation: The person in charge (PIC) has a valid certificate of successful completion of a Certified Food Manager (CFM) exam but does not possess the CFM card issued by ORS Interactive, Inc.
    Correction: Food managers who possess a valid certificate of passing a food safety exam shall obtain the photo identification card from ORS Interactive, Inc. (see handout provided) within 10 business days. A copy of the photo identification card can be faxed to the food safety section at (703) 385-9568. Failure to provide a copy of the photo identification card will result in further enforcement action.
  • Ventilation Systems, Shall Be Clean
    Observation: Intake and exhaust air ducts are not being cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials.
    Correction: Clean intake and exhaust air ducts at regularly intervals to prevent them from becoming sources of contamination.
07/28/2014Pre-Opening

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