Saratoga Elementary School, 8111 Northumberland, Springfield, VA 22153 - Public Elementary School Food Service inspection findings and violations

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Restaurant: Saratoga Elementary School
Address: 8111 Northumberland, Springfield, VA 22153
Type: Public Elementary School Food Service
Phone: 703 813-4837
Total inspections: 6
Last inspection: 11/10/2015
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Inspection findings

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This was a routine inspection. The facility as a whole was noted to be visibly cleaned. There were no visible signs of pest presence on premises observed at the time of this inspection.
However, it was observed that the ambient temperature of the kitchen was high and may be affecting the ability of the refrigeration units to maintain foods at 41-F and lower. The certified food manager was advised to check the hood system for proper air exchange to ensure that heat is being adequately pulled out. In the mean time, the manager was further advised to lower the ambient temperatures of the refrigerators and to place only smaller amounts of milk in the milk coolers to ensure proper holding temperature. When possible to close the doors of the milk coolers in-between lunch periods
The concentration of the
quaternary ammonium compound at the 3-compartment sink was checked and tested and was observed to be 200 ppm.
  • 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: Chocolate milk, fat free milk, and 1% milk.
    Correction: Potentially hazardous foods (time/temperature control for safety food) shall be held cold at a temperature of 41°F or below. (Discarded)
  • Refuse / Cover Receptacles / Outdoors / Tight-Fitting Lids (repeated violation)
    Observation: Outside refuse container was uncovered.
    Correction: Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered with tight fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food establishment.
11/10/2015Routine
  • Nonfood-Contact Surfaces Clean at Frequency to Preclude Accumulation
    Observation: The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment had accumulations of grime and debris: The top of the ovens and steamers were noted to be dusty.
    Correction: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Clean the top of the ovens and steam units more frequently to prevent duct build-up.
  • Nonfood-Contact Surfaces Clean at Frequency to Preclude Accumulation
    Observation: The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment had accumulations of grime and debris: Top of the convectional ovens and steam units located under the hood system
    Correction: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Clean the top of these equipment more often to prevent dust build-up.
  • Refuse / Cover Receptacles / Outdoors / Tight-Fitting Lids
    Observation: Outside refuse container was uncovered. The two dumpster located outside were founds opened.
    Correction: Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered with tight fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food establishment. Close the dumpster after each use.
  • Refuse / Cover Receptacles / Outdoors / Tight-Fitting Lids
    Observation: Outside refuse container was uncovered. The dumpsters were found opened.
    Correction: Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered with tight fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food establishment. Close the dumpsters after each use.
03/23/2015Routine
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a risk factor inspection.
No violation noted during this evaluation.		09/11/2014Risk Factor
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a routine inspection.
No violation noted during this evaluation.		03/25/2014Routine
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a risk factor inspection.
EHS discussed thawing procedures with manager.
No violation noted during this evaluation.		10/18/2013Risk Factor
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a routine inspection.
No violation noted during this evaluation.		04/16/2013Routine

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