- Critical: Cold Holding of Potentially Hazardous Food at 41°F or less (corrected on site)
Observation: The following food item(s) were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: MILK 45F @ #5.
Correction: Potentially hazardous foods (time/temperature conrol for safety food) shall be held cold at a temperature of 41°F or below. MOVED BELOW (ON TOP FOR < 30 MIN.) & CFM SAID THEY WILL KEEP BELOW FROM NOW ON
- Critical: Quaternary Ammonium Compound Sanitizer Solution Concentration per Use Directions (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
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 2 of 3 wet washcloth buckets with a concentration of 0.0 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 150-400ppm based on the manufacturer's use directions and using the appropriate test kit.
- Refuse / Outdoor Containers /Capacity (repeated violation)
Observation: The quantity of refuse exceeded the storage capacity of the exterior storage enclosure.
About 7 bags of trash including french frys and other products sold at Elevation Burger, around dumpster.
Correction: An outside storage area and enclosure and receptacles shall be of sufficient capacity to hold refuse, recyclables, and returnables that accumulate. Again shown to CFM.
- Controlling Pests by Routine Inspection of Premises (repeated violation)
Observation: The premises is not being routinely inspected for the presence of insects, rodents and pests. Active rat type holes behind dumspter.
Correction: Insects, rodents and pests are capable of transmitting disease to people by contaminating food and food-contact surfaces. Routinely inspect the premises to control the presence of insects, rodents and pests on the premises. Shown to CFM.
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02/09/2016 | Routine | |
- Refuse / Area / Clean
Observation: Trash was observed adjacent to the refuse container outside the facility. 5 TRASH FILLED BAGS BEHIND DUMPSTERS IN COMPOUND.
Correction: A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and kept clean. CONTACT LAND LORD AND OTHER DUMPSTER USERS AND ALERT THEM OF PROBLEM.
- Controlling Pests by Routine Inspection of Premises
Observation: The premises is not being routinely inspected for the presence of insects, rodents and pests. ACTIVE RAT TYPE HOLES BEHIND DUMPSTER COMPOUND.
Correction: Insects, rodents and pests are capable of transmitting disease to people by contaminating food and food-contact surfaces. Routinely inspect the premises to control the presence of insects, rodents and pests on the premises. CONTACT EXTERMINATOR AND FILL IN RAT HOLES UNTIL NO LONGER OPENED.
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11/05/2015 | Routine | |
| No violation noted during this evaluation. | 01/27/2015 | Complaint | |
- Critical: Quaternary Ammonium Compound Sanitizer Solution Concentration per Use Directions (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
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 wet wash cloths with a concentration of 0.0 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 150-400ppm based on the manufacturer's use directions and using the appropriate test kit.
- Refuse / Outdoor Containers /Capacity
Observation: The quantity of refuse exceeded the storage capacity of the exterior storage enclosure. Between 15 & 20 bags of garbage on & around shared dumpster.
Correction: An outside storage area and enclosure and receptacles shall be of sufficient capacity to hold refuse, recyclables, and returnables that accumulate. Increase pick-up times, have all users ensure correct disposal procedures, etc..
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01/27/2015 | Routine | |
- Critical: Hot Holding of Potentially Hazardous Food at 135°F or above (corrected on site)
Observation: The following food item was found hot holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: GRILLED MUSHROOMS AT COOKTOP AT 116F.
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. DISCARDED MUSHROOMS
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09/22/2014 | Risk Factor | |
- 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)
- Critical: Cold Holding of Potentially Hazardous Food at 41°F or less (corrected on site)
Observation: The following food items were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: (1) SLICED TOMATO IN TRUE 2DR PREP COOLER (2) SLICED CHEDDAR CHEESE IN BEVERAGE AIR 2DR PREP COOLER.
Correction: Potentially hazardous foods (time/temperature control for safety food) shall be held cold at a temperature of 41°F or below unless the permit holder is using "time as public health control" as specified under 3-501.19 to limit bacteria growth. DISCARDED TOMATOES AND CHEESE.
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04/10/2014 | Routine | |
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a routine inspection in conjunction with an investigation of a possible foodborne illness. Conducted inspection with establishment manager Austin Buckowing (CFM: F-98540
- Critical: Responsibility of PIC to Require Food Employees to Report GI Symptoms or Cuts, Disease, Medical Condition or Exposure to PIC
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)
- Critical: Cold Holding of Potentially Hazardous Food at 41°F or less (corrected on site)
Observation: The following food item(s) were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: Top layer of recently ground beef in deep metal trays in Southeast Walk-In cooler.
Correction: Potentially hazardous foods (time/temperature control for safety food) shall be held cold at a temperature of 41°F or below unless the permit holder is using "time as public health control" as specified under 3-501.19 to limit bacteria growth. Correction: ground beef at 45F was moved to alternate cold holding with ambient temperatures of 38F and 0F.
- Critical: Quaternary Ammonium Compound Sanitizer Solution Concentration per Use Directions (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
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-vat sink with a concentration of 150 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 150-400ppm based on the manufacturer's use directions and using the appropriate test kit. Correction: increase concentration of quaternary ammonium.
- Refuse Container with Cover/ Women's & Unisex Toilet Room
Observation: There is no covered refuse container for the disposal of feminine napkins in the ladies room stall.
Correction: A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
- Handwashing Cleanser, Available at Handwashing Facilities (corrected on site)
Observation: Observed that hand soap was not provided at each handwashing sink.
Correction: Provide hand soap at each hand sink to allow employees to properly wash their hands. Correction: handwashing soap was provided.
- Hand Drying Provision / Individual, Disposable Towels (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
Observation: Observed that paper towels were not provided at each handwashing sink.
Correction: Provide paper towels at each hand sink to allow employees to properly dry their hands after handwashing. Correction: towels were provided.
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03/20/2013 | Routine | |
Today’s inspection was to conduct a Risk Factor Assessment in conjunction with a food borne illness complaint investigation.
If you have any questions or concerns, please call 703-246-2444. Thank You.
- Critical: Hot Holding of Potentially Hazardous Food at 135°F or above (corrected on site)
Observation: The following food item(s) were found hot holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: cooked mushrooms 99F at burger grill. reheated to 170F
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.
- 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-vat sink and sanitizer bucket with a concentration of 150 ppm total quaternary ammonium compound. CFM corrected solution to 200 ppm
Correction: The quaternary ammonium sanitizer used in this facility shall have a minimum concentration of at least 200 ppm OR based on the manufacturer's use directions and using the appropriate test kit.
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02/07/2013 | Risk Factor | |
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