Merkato Market, 6816 Bland Street, Springfield, VA 22150 - Carry Out Food Service Only inspection findings and violations

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Restaurant: Merkato Market
Address: 6816 Bland Street, Springfield, VA 22150
Type: Carry Out Food Service Only
Phone: 703 663-8635
Total inspections: 6
Last inspection: 01/14/2016
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Inspection findings

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This was a routine inspection. Both food contact surfaces and nonfood contact surfaces were observed to be visibly cleaned. There were no visible signs of pest presence on premises noted during this visit.
However, the certified food manager was advised to email or fax her Northern Virginia food sanitation certified (Picture card) to our office to verify compliance. She has successfully completed the recertification class and passed the exam.
  • 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). A copy of the photo identification card can be faxed to the food safety section at (703) 653-9448. Failure to provide a copy of the photo identification card may result in further enforcement action.
01/14/2016Routine
No violation noted during this evaluation.07/08/2015Routine
  • Food Storage Containers, Identified with Common Name of Food (corrected on site)
    Observation: Unlabeled food containers with the following food items that are not easily identified by appearance:
    Correction: ALL food and ingredients removed from their original container and stored in other food containers, squeeze bottles or "shakers" shall be labeled properly using the common name of the food (if the food or ingredient is not easily distinguished). For example, all cooking oils, salt, sugar, flour, starch, spices, herbs, etc. shall be labeled. (Containers labeled)
  • Utensils in Good Repair / Discard (corrected on site)
    Observation: The following utensil was observed in a state of repair and condition preventing effective maintenance and cleaning/sanitization: Rubber and wooden 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. (utensils discarded).
03/03/2015Routine
  • Single-Service and Single-Use Articles / No Reuse
    Observation: Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of flour, hot sauce, and butter.
    Correction: Manufacturer containers may not be reused for secondary storage of other foods because the containers are not durable enough for multiple reuse and become uncleanable.
05/01/2014Routine
Today’s inspection was to conduct a Risk factor inspection. Thank you for accompanying me through the inspection as your participation allows me to clarify information and identify areas where your processes may need further attention or assessment. Thank you for proper handwashing technique. Thank you for calibrating your thermometer during inspection. Time listed is for inspection only.
Note: This facility is a grocery store and prepares very small amounts of food daily for lunch take out. Bleach is used as sanitizer and is used at a strength of between 50-100ppm
No violation noted during this evaluation.		09/10/2013Risk Factor
  • Critical: Date Marking of Refrigerated, Ready-to-Eat PHF (TCS Food) (corrected on site)
    Observation: The following refrigerated, ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food that is prepared on site is not used or discarded within 24 hours of preparation and was not observed to be date marked:bulk tub of potato/vegetable, bulk tub of cooked lentil in the walk in refrigerator
    Correction: Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous foods that are prepared on site and kept for more than 24 hours cannot have a shelf-life of more than 7 days, including the day of preparation. These food items must be marked with either the "consume-by" date and/or "preparation" date, color-coded labels, or another marking system/method that effectively indicates shelf-life that is clearly understood and properly used by the employees.
  • Equipment / Non Food / Design / Easy Clean (repeated violation)
    Observation: soda/bread crate(s) found in walk in used to elevate food.
    Correction: Milk crates, soda crates, and/or bread racks are not designed to store or elevate food, equipment, utensils, clean linens, and single-service items. Provide only ANSI-certified (such as NSF-listed) shelving units, storage units, or dunnage racks.
04/02/2013Routine

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