Subway #22156, 51 W Mercury Blvd. 8, Hampton, VA 23669 - Fast Food Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Subway #22156
Address: 51 W Mercury Blvd. 8, Hampton, VA 23669
Type: Fast Food Restaurant
Phone: 757 728-2855
Total inspections: 13
Last inspection: 09/30/2015

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Inspection findings

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All temperatures were taken internally unless otherwise noted.
  • Person in Charge (repeated violation)
    Observation: Establishment does not have a Hampton registered certified food manager.
    Correction: Obtain a registered certified food manager certificate at the Hampton Health Department. Have proof of completion of a serv safe course or equivalent, $10.00 fee.
09/30/2015Routine
All temperatures were taking internally unless otherwise noted.
  • Person in Charge (repeated violation)
    Observation: Establishment does not have a Hampton Registered Certified Manager
    Correction: Obtain a certified food manager certificate. Person in charge has signed up for the serv safe course being condcuted on Feburay 21 and Feburary 28.
  • Person in Charge (repeated violation)
    Observation: Food employees are not informed of their responsibility to report to their PIC information concerning their health and activities as they relate to diseases transmitted through food.
    Correction: Person in charge is to advise employees of their responsibility to report in accordance with law information concerning their health and activities as they relate to diseases transmitted through food.
  • Critical: Hands - When to Wash*
    Observation: A food employee failed to wash his or her hands before engaging in food preparation and before donning a new pair of gloves.
    Correction: Instruct food employees to clean their hands before they put on a new pair gloves.
  • Critical: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco* (corrected on site)
    Observation: In use open drinking containers were stored in a area, on the preparation table, where a food employee was cutting peppers.
    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.
  • Responsibilities of Owner or Proprietor (repeated violation)
    Observation: Absence of no-smoking signs or international no-smoking signs in non-smoking area.
    Correction: Post of no-smoking signs or international no-smoking signs in non-smoking area. These can be found online at www.vdh.virginia.gov/breatheeasy
  • Plumbing System Maintained in Good Repair
    Observation: Goose neck on 3 VAT sink is loose and leaking
    Correction: Repair.
  • Handwashing Signage/Handwashing Facilities (corrected on site)
    Observation: A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all the service line hand sink.
    Correction: Provide a sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands at all handwashing lavatories used by food employees.
02/10/2015Routine
  • Person in Charge (repeated violation)
    Observation: Facility does not have a registered Hampton certified food manager.
    Correction: New manager has registered for the ServSafe course that is to take place in December 2014. Once the employee has taking and passed the test bring proof to the Hampton Health Department with $10.00 and a Hampton certificate will be issued.
  • Person in Charge (repeated violation)
    Observation: Food employees are not informed of their responsibility to report to their PIC information concerning their health and activities as they relate to diseases transmitted through food.
    Correction: PIC is to advise employees of their responsibility to report in accordance with law information concerning their health and activities as they relate to diseases transmitted through food. Employees should have knowledge of the big five food bourne illnesses which include Hepatitis, Ecoli, Salmonella, Shigella, and Norovirus. Employees that are diagnosed with any of these illnesses shall be excluded from working with food.
  • Responsibilities of Owner or Proprietor (repeated violation)
    Observation: No smoking signs have not been posted in the facility.
    Correction: Post of no-smoking signs or international no-smoking signs in non-smoking area. These can be found online at www.vdh.virginia.gov/breatheeasy
11/18/2014Routine
All temperatures were taken internally unless otherwise noted.
  • Person in Charge (repeated violation)
    Observation: The establishment does not have a Hampton registered Certified Food Manager.
    Correction: Obtain the required certificate at the Hampton health Department
  • Person in Charge (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: Food employees are not informed of their responsibility to report to their PIC information concerning their health and activities as they relate to diseases transmitted through food.
    Correction: PIC is to advise employees of their responsibility to report in accordance with law information concerning their health and activities as they relate to diseases transmitted through food. EHS provided the employee with a employee health informational sheet.
  • Responsibilities of Owner or Proprietor
    Observation: Absence of no-smoking signs.
    Correction: Post of no-smoking signs or international no-smoking signs in non-smoking area. These can be found online at www.vdh.virginia.gov/breatheeasy
  • Equipment and Utensils, Air-Drying Required (repeated violation)
    Observation: Plastic food pans were found stacked while wet after cleaning and chemical sanitization.
    Correction: Items must be allowed to drain and air-dry before being stacked or stored to allow evaporation of chemical sanitizer and moisture that may encourage microbial growth.
  • Handwashing - Using a Handwashing Lavatory - No Other Purpose
    Observation: The handwash station at the serving line is being used as a dump station. EHS observed food particles in the sink.
    Correction: The handwash facility identified above is to be used for washing hands only
08/11/2014Routine
  • Person in Charge
    Observation: Establishment lacks a valid up to date certified food manager certificate.
    Correction: Obtain a new CFM certificate by going to the HHD, bring proof of serv safe or equivalent certification and $10 dollars.
  • Person in Charge (corrected on site)
    Observation: Food employees are not aware of their employee health policy concerning the big 5 foodborne illnesses
    Correction: Hepatitis, Ecoli, Norovirus, Shigella, Salmonella.
  • Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
    Observation: Closet door located in the male rest-room in disrepair.
    Correction: Repair.
  • Non-Food Contact Surfaces
    Observation: The clean pan storage shelf 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.
  • Equipment and Utensils, Air-Drying Required (repeated violation)
    Observation: Food pans were found stacked while wet after cleaning and chemical sanitization.
    Correction: Items must be allowed to drain and air-dry before being stacked or stored to allow evaporation of chemical sanitizer and moisture that may encourage microbial growth.
  • Equipment, Utensils, Linens, and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles (corrected on site)
    Observation: Utensils were observed stored unprotected at the main line handsink.
    Correction: Store utensils away from handsinks to protect from contamination.
  • Handwashing - Using a Handwashing Lavatory (repeated violation)
    Observation: The handwashing facility located in the kitchen area is blocked by mop buckets and mops, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
    Correction: Access to the handwashing facility identified above is to be available during all hours of operation. Remove the mop buckets and mops preventing its use.
  • Plumbing System Maintained in Good Repair
    Observation: Faucet on male rest-room sink is leaking.
    Correction: Plumbing systems and components shall be maintained in good repair.
  • Outer Openings - Protected
    Observation: Back door exit of the food establishment is not tightly fitting.
    Correction: Protect the food establishment against the entry of insects and rodents by 1. Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings, 2. Closed, tight fitting windows, and 3. Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Insects and rodents are vectors of disease-causing microorganisms which may be transmitted to humans by contamination of food and food-contact surfaces.
  • Handwashing Signage/Handwashing Facilities (corrected on site)
    Observation: A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at the hand sink behind main line.
    Correction: Provide a sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands at all handwashing lavatories used by food employees.
04/03/2014Routine
All temperatures are internal unless otherwise noted.
No violation noted during this evaluation.
02/14/2013Routine
All temperatures are internal unless otherwise noted.
  • Equipment and Utensils, Air-Drying Required (repeated violation)
    Observation: Plastic food bins were found stacked while wet after cleaning and chemical sanitization.
    Correction: Items must be allowed to drain and air-dry before being stacked or stored to allow evaporation of chemical sanitizer and moisture that may encourage microbial growth.
  • Handwashing - Using a Handwashing Lavatory
    Observation: The handwashing facility located next to the 3 vat sink is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
    Correction: Access to the handwashing facility identified above is to be available during all hours of operation. Remove the mop bucket preventing its use.
  • Plumbing System Maintained in Good Repair
    Observation: The faucet located at the 3 vat sink is leaking.
    Correction: Plumbing systems and components shall be maintained in good repair.
  • 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.
12/10/2012Routine
All temperatures are internal unless otherwise noted.
  • Person in Charge
    Observation: There is currently no CFM at this facility.
    Correction: The manager at the facility needs to register his ServSafe completion certificate with the City of Hampton.
  • Non-Food Contact Surfaces
    Observation: tops of bread holding cabinetry and bread bake oven are dusty / dirty ( also check top upright drink refrigeration unit )
    Correction: Clean
08/13/2012Routine
All temperatures are internal unless otherwise noted
  • Equipment and Utensils, Air-Drying Required
    Observation: Food pans were found stacked while wet after cleaning and chemical sanitization on the storage racks above the 3 conmpartment sink.
    Correction: Items must be allowed to drain and air-dry before being stacked or stored to allow evaporation of chemical sanitizer and moisture that may encourage microbial growth.
  • Lighting, Intensity
    Observation: Observed that the light above the 3 compartment sink was out.
    Correction: Replace light bulb
  • Critical: Toxics - Common Name/working Containers of Toxics*
    Observation: Working containers of bleach and water mixture was not properly labeled.
    Correction: Working containers of toxic items are to be properly labeled with contents. Identification of these containers with the common name of the material helps prevent the dangerous misuse of the contents.
04/09/2012Routine
2012 Permit was issued 10 -14 -11 . The permit is to be posted in public view
  • Critical: Demonstration of Knowledge*
    Observation: facility does not have certified food manager ( previous CFM has left the facility )
    Correction: owner of facility has repeatedly attempted to pass the test for the food manager certification course --the owner must take and pass test OR hire someone to work full time ( 30 + hours a week ) who takes and passes the required course .
    Flyer left with the staff of local CFM courses .
    Once person has taken and passed course they are to register course completion statement with this office . The issued certificate must be posted in public view
  • Critical: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco* (corrected on site)
    Observation: observed employee chewing gum at the time of the inspection
    Correction: advised employee that chewing of gum is not approved in a food service area
  • Food Contact Surfaces - Cleanability*
    Observation: bread plastic forms ( older in back storage shelf ) torn / damaged
    Correction: remove damaged forms from the premisis
  • Equipment - Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing (repeated violation)
    Observation: sealant at the juncture of the 3 compartment sink and wall is seperated in several spots
    Correction: reseal sink to wall in a smoothly seamed manner OR patch the sealant in a smoothly seamed manner
  • Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
    Observation: grate / cover at walk in freezer compressor is missing
    Correction: restore the missing piece
  • Equipment and Utensils - Good Repair and Calibration
    Observation: lid on sliced tomatoes in walk in ref, the corner is broken off
    Correction: replace damaged plastic lids ( or containers )
  • Non-Food Contact Surfaces (repeated violation)
    Observation: tops of bread holding cabinetry and bread bake oven are dusty / dirty ( also check top upright drink refrigeration unit )
    Correction: clean
  • Equipment, Utensils, Linens, and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles
    Observation: boxed cups on floor of storage area near 3 compartment sink and the remote back storeroom
    Correction: store single service product -- even boxed - greater than 6 inches off floor surface
  • Sewage - Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater
    Observation: significant condensate off compressor walk in refrigeration
    Correction: determine source of condensate and repair . Condensate is to be directed to drain --cannot drip into catch containers in the units
  • Hand Drying Provision
    Observation: paper toweling out at the men
    Correction: s restroom
  • Lighting, Intensity (repeated violation)
    Observation: >>light out walk in freezer
    >>lighting is not sufficent in walk in refrigeration unit
    >> lighting is not sufficent in ladies restroom

    Correction: >> restore lighting to operation walk in freezer
    >> in the instance of a change of owner or remodel add addition light bulb , shielded , on the left wall of the walk in
    >> increase lighting in the ladies restroom by installing higher wattage bulb(s ) in the ceiling fixture
  • Physical Facilities in Good Repair
    Observation: ceiling tiles remote / back storeroom several have mositure stains on the tiles
    Correction: replace stained ceiling tiles
  • Physical Facilities - Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions
    Observation: floor recess under handsink at the sandwich assembly line
    floor drain of handsink at the sandwich assembly line is dirty

    Correction: clean
12/15/2011Routine
All temperatures are internal unless otherwise noted.
  • Plumbing System Maintained in Good Repair
    Observation: Plumbing connections at the handsink in the sandwich prep are is leaking.
    Correction: Plumbing systems and components shall be maintained in good repair.
  • Refuse - Storage Areas, Rooms, and Receptacles, Capacity and Availability (repeated violation)
    Observation: There is no refuse container at the area immediately adjacent to the hand sink in the rear of the store.
    Correction: Provide a refuse container for the disposal of paper towels at the rear hand sink.
  • Physical Facilities in Good Repair (repeated violation)
    Observation: The following physical structures are not maintained in good repair:
    -Holes in wall next to soda dispenser machine

    Correction: Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities.
  • Physical Facilities - Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions
    Observation: The following physical structures are in need of cleaning:
    -Floor underneath soda dispensing machine
    -Walls in male bathroom
    -Top of soda machines
    -Floor beside baking oven

    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.
09/29/2011Routine
Due to issues regarding Certified Food Manager, it is recommended that someone else who is employed take the class in order to meet the requirement for CFM.
All food temperatures are internal unless otherwise noted.

  • Temperature Measuring Devices (repeated violation)
    Observation: The temperature measuring device located in the drink fridge is not easily readable.
    Correction: Provide an easily readable thermometer so employees can accurately read the thermometer.
  • Responsibilities of Owner or Proprietor (repeated violation)
    Observation: Absence of no-smoking signs or international no-smoking signs in non-smoking area.
    Correction: Post of no-smoking signs or international no-smoking signs in non-smoking area. These can be found online at www.vdh.virginia.gov/breatheeasy
  • Equipment - Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing (repeated violation)
    Observation: following in need of reseal/caulking
    >>back handsink, deteriorating
    >>3-vat seal, deteriorating

    Correction: repair
  • Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment (repeated violation)
    Observation: following in need of repair
    >>leak walk-in fridge by vents

    Correction: Repair
  • Non-Food Contact Surfaces (repeated violation)
    Observation: following in need of cleaning
    >>tops of bread display cabinets
    >>racks over 3-vat

    Correction: Clean
  • Refuse - Storage Areas, Rooms, and Receptacles, Capacity and Availability (repeated violation)
    Observation: There is no refuse container at the area immediately adjacent to the back hand sink.
    Correction: Provide a refuse container for the disposal of paper towels at the back hand sink.
  • Handwashing Signage/Handwashing Facilities (repeated violation)
    Observation: A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all lavatories used by food employees
    Correction: Provide a sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands at all handwashing lavatories used by food employees.
  • Lighting, Intensity (repeated violation)
    Observation: Lighting insufficient in both walk-ins.
    Correction: In the event of an owner change, remodel or replacement addition lighting will be required.
  • Physical Facilities in Good Repair (repeated violation)
    Observation: following in need of repair
    >>holes observed in wall by soda boxes.

    Correction: repair
  • Physical Facilities - Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (repeated violation)
    Observation: following in need of cleaning
    >>vent fans both rest-rooms

    Correction: clean
  • 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.
06/15/2011Routine
all food temperatures observed are internal.
  • Person in Charge (repeated violation)
    Observation: Facility lacks a Hampton Certified Food Manager.
    Correction: Operator has completed food safety course--test completed last week. Once certificate has been received register it with the Hampton Health Dept ($10 fee). Post the certificate in public view.
  • Nonfood-Contact Surfaces - Corrosion Resistant/Nonabsorbent
    Observation: Cardboard chicken strip box used to store bulk onions.
    Correction: Provide containers that are durable, smooth, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for storage.
  • Temperature Measuring Devices
    Observation: Thermometer located at the back of the beverage display refrigerator and is not easily readable.
    Correction: Relocate the thermometer so it is located at the front by the door.
  • Responsibilities of Owner or Proprietor
    Observation: Absence of no-smoking signs or international no-smoking signs in restaurant.
    Correction: Post no-smoking signs or international no-smoking signs at entry. These can be found online at www.vdh.virginia.gov/breatheeasy
  • Equipment - Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing (repeated violation)
    Observation: Caulk at back hand sink is deteriorating.
    Correction: Reseal handsink to the wall.
  • Equipment - Food Contact Surfaces, Nonfood Contact Surfaces, and Utensils
    Observation: Minimal build-up observed on the self-service ice chute.
    Correction: Clean and sanitize.
  • Non-Food Contact Surfaces
    Observation: The non-food contact surfaces are not clean:
    1) tops of the bread display cabinets
    2) walk-in freezer door gasket

    Correction: Clean.
  • Equipment, Utensils, Linens, and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles
    Observation: Cased cups and lids stored on the floor in the storeroom.
    Correction: Store single service elevated up off the floor at least 6 inches.
  • Critical: Handwashing - Using a Handwashing Lavatory* (corrected on site)
    Observation: The back hand sink was blocked with mop bucket and mop.
    Correction: Corrected. Ensure hand sinks are easily accessible.
  • Refuse - Storage Areas, Rooms, and Receptacles, Capacity and Availability
    Observation: Trash can not provided in the immediate area of the back handsink.
    Correction: Provide a trash can in the immediate area of the hand sink.
  • Handwashing Signage/Handwashing Facilities (repeated violation)
    Observation: A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at the front counter hand sink and in the women's restroom.
    Correction: Provide a sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands at all handwashing lavatories used by food employees.
  • Lighting, Intensity
    Observation: Lighting insufficient in the walk-in cooler and freezer.
    Correction: In the event of a change in ownership, remodel, or component replacement, additional or overhead fluorescent lighting shall be installed.
  • Physical Facilities in Good Repair
    Observation: Holes observed in the wall between the soda rack and equipment rack.
    Correction: Caulk/seal the holes.
  • Physical Facilities - Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions
    Observation: The physical structures are not clean:
    1) vent fan cover in the women's restroom
    2) wall below prep table
    3) floor below front hand sink

    Correction: Clean.
02/22/2011Routine

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