Think Fresh Subway, 7630 Merriman, Romulus, MI 48174 - inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant name: THINK FRESH SUBWAY
Address: 7630 Merriman, Romulus, MI 48174
Permit #: 073710
Non-smoking facility: Yes
Last inspection: 01/20/2015

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Inspection findings

Inspection date

Type

  • Critical: Equipment Food-Contact Surface
    Comment:
    Corrected by cleaning every 4 hours.
    General violation description:
    4-602.11 - (A) EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be cleaned: (1) Except as specified in (B) of this section, before each use with a different type of raw animal FOOD such as beef, FISH, lamb, pork, or POULTRY
  • Critical: Manual and Mechanical Warewash
    Comment:
    corrected by providing 400 ppm quaternary sanitizer.
    General violation description:
    4-501.114 - A chemical SANITIZER used in a SANITIZING solution for a manual or mechanical operation at exposure times specified under 4-703.11(C) shall be listed in 21 CFR 178.1010 Sanitizing solutions, shall be used in accordance with the EPA-approved manufacturer's label use instructions, and shall be used as follows: (A) A chlorine solution shall have a minimum temperature based on the concentration and pH of the solution as listed in the following chart
  • Critical: Responsibility of Permit Holde
    Comment:
    Corrected by providing training in employee sickness policy requirements to be symptom free for at least 24 hours minimum before reporting to work after experiencing vomiting/ diarrhea.
    General violation description:
    2-201.11 - The PERMIT HOLDER shall require FOOD EMPLOYEE applicants to whom a conditional offer of employment is made and FOOD EMPLOYEES to report to the PERSON IN CHARGE, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through FOOD, AND report the information in a manner that allows the PERSON IN CHARGE to prevent the likelihood of foodborne disease transmission.
  • Critical: Sanitizers, Criteria
    Comment:
    Corrected by using approved sanitizer.
    General violation description:
    7-204.11 - Chemical SANITIZERS and other chemical antimicrobials applied to FOOD-CONTACT SURFACEs shall meet the requirements specified in 21 CFR 178.1010 sanitizing solutions.
01/20/2015Follow-up
  • Critical: Equipment Food-Contact Surface
    Items:
    Food-contact surface(s) and utensil(s)
    Locations:
    Cutting board(s)
    Problems:
    Not cleaned At least every 4 hours during continual use
    Corrections:
    Clean as specified above.
    Comment:
    Employee stated that cutting board/prep counter is washed, rinsed, sanitized at end of day only. Clean every 4 hours or more frequently as stated in food code.,
    General violation description:
    4-602.11 - (A) EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be cleaned: (1) Except as specified in (B) of this section, before each use with a different type of raw animal FOOD such as beef, FISH, lamb, pork, or POULTRY
  • Critical: Manual and Mechanical Warewash
    Items:
    Quaternary ammonia solution
    Locations:
    3-compartment sink
    Comment:
    Quaternary sanitizer was well below 100 ppm. Provide 150-400 ppm as required by the sanitizer manuf.,
    General violation description:
    4-501.114 - A chemical SANITIZER used in a SANITIZING solution for a manual or mechanical operation at exposure times specified under 4-703.11(C) shall be listed in 21 CFR 178.1010 Sanitizing solutions, shall be used in accordance with the EPA-approved manufacturer's label use instructions, and shall be used as follows: (A) A chlorine solution shall have a minimum temperature based on the concentration and pH of the solution as listed in the following chart
  • Critical: Responsibility of Permit Holde
    Items:
    Person-in-charge
    Comment:
    After experiencing vomiting/diarrhea from a contagious source, employees cannot report back to work until 24 hours free of symptoms or physicians release. Employee interviewed is not aware of those requirements. Educate all employee on same within 1 week.,
    General violation description:
    2-201.11 - The PERMIT HOLDER shall require FOOD EMPLOYEE applicants to whom a conditional offer of employment is made and FOOD EMPLOYEES to report to the PERSON IN CHARGE, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through FOOD, AND report the information in a manner that allows the PERSON IN CHARGE to prevent the likelihood of foodborne disease transmission.
  • Critical: Sanitizers, Criteria
    Items:
    Sanitizer(s), Sanitizer(s)
    Locations:
    Cutting board(s)
    Problems:
    Not approved for use, Do not comply with law
    Corrections:
    Provide labels that comply with law.
    Comment:
    Employee stated that cutting boards are wiped down with bathroom cleaner or window cleaner throughout the day, between washing, rinsing, sanitizing. Discontinue use of those chemicals on food contact surfaces immediately. Cutting boars may be wiped down with approved sanitizer such as your quaternary ammonium, chlorine or other approved sanitizer between washings. Correct immediately.,
    General violation description:
    7-204.11 - Chemical SANITIZERS and other chemical antimicrobials applied to FOOD-CONTACT SURFACEs shall meet the requirements specified in 21 CFR 178.1010 sanitizing solutions.
01/08/2015Routine
  • Toilet Room Receptacle, Covere
    Items:
    Covered waste receptacle(s) in ladies restroom
    Problems:
    Not provided
    Corrections:
    Provide.
    Comment:
    PROVIDE A COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMEN'S RESTROOM FOR THE DISPOSAL OF SANITARY NAPKINS.
    General violation description:
    5-501.17 - A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
07/21/2014Routine
  • Maintaining Refuse Areas and E
    Items:
    Refuse storage area(s)/enclosures
    Problems:
    With accumulation of debris
    Corrections:
    Keep clean.
    Comment:
    OBSERVED BAGGED TRASH, SEVERAL WOODEN PALLETS, AND OTHER LITTER IN THE DUMPSTER AREA. THIS IS A SHARED DUMPSTER AREA FOR THE STRIP MALL, INCLUDING 3 OTHER RESTAURANTS. CLEAN REFUSE FROM THE DUMPSTER AREA. DO NOT ALLOW REFUSE TO ACCUMULATE. IF NECESSARY, CONTACT THE STRIP MALL OWNER TO RESOLVE THE PROBLEM AND TO GAIN COMPLIANCE FROM ALL STORES WHO USE THE DUMPSTER.
    General violation description:
    5-501.115 - A storage area and enclosure for REFUSE, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items, as specified under # 6-501.114, and clean.
  • System Maintained in Good Repa
    Items:
    Plumbing system
    Locations:
    women's restroom
    Problems:
    Not maintained
    Corrections:
    Maintain in good repair
    Comment:
    OBSERVED A LEAK FROM THE TOILET TANK IN THE WOMEN'S RESTROOM. REPAIR.
    General violation description:
    5-205.15 - A PLUMBING SYSTEM shall be: (A) Repaired according to LAW
01/23/2014Routine
  • Critical: Hot Water and Chemical
    Items:
    Quaternary ammonia solution
    Problems:
    Not immersed in For at least 30 seconds
    Corrections:
    Submerse for at least 30 seconds.
    Comment:
    WARES DIPPED INTO AND IMMEDIATELY REMOVED FROM THE QUAT SANITIZER SOLUTION AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WHILE WARE WASHING. CORRECTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION THROUGH DISCUSSION WITH MANAGER AND EMPLOYEES. WARES WILL BE SUBMERGED IN THE QUAT SANITIZER SOLUTION FOR AT LEAST 30 SECONDS BEFORE REMOVING TO AIR DRY.
    General violation description:
    4-703.11 - After being cleaned, EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be SANITIZED in: (A) Hot water manual operations by immersion for at least 30 seconds and as specified under  4-501.111
07/30/2013Routine
  • Critical: Responsibility of Permit Holde
    Items:
    Person-in-charge
    Problems:
    Fail to require employees to report illness as rule requires
    Corrections:
    Require reporting as stated above.
    Comment:
    EMPLOYEES PRESENT AT TIME OF INSPECTION HAVE NO BEEN TRAINED ON THE SPECIFIC SYMPTOMS AND ILLNESSES THAT REQUIRE REPORTING TO THE PERSON IN CHARGE. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST BE INFORMED OF THE BIG 5 ILLNESSES AND RELATED SYMPTOMS. TRAIN ALL STAFF ON ILLNESS REPORTING REQUIREMENTS. CORRECTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION THROUGH DISCUSSION WITH THE EMPLOYEES AND PERSON IN CHARGE. PROVIDED ILLNESS POSTER AND REPORTING FORM FOR USE IN TRAINING STAFF.
    General violation description:
    2-201.11 - The PERMIT HOLDER shall require FOOD EMPLOYEE applicants to whom a conditional offer of employment is made and FOOD EMPLOYEES to report to the PERSON IN CHARGE, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through FOOD, AND report the information in a manner that allows the PERSON IN CHARGE to prevent the likelihood of foodborne disease transmission.
  • Critical: Using a Handwashing Sink
    Items:
    Handwashing sink(s)
    Problems:
    Not easily accessible Items stored In front of
    Corrections:
    Remove items from handsink. Do not store items at handsink.
    Comment:
    DO NOT STORE ITEMS IN FRONT OF THE HAND WASH SINK NEAR THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. KEEP THE SINK ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES.
    General violation description:
    5-205.11 - (A) A HANDWASHING SINK shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for EMPLOYEE use. (Pf) (B) A HANDWASHING SINK may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. (Pf) (C) An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. (Pf)
  • Eating, Drinking, or Using Tob
    Items:
    Beverage container
    Problems:
    Not covered
    Corrections:
    Keep covered.
    Comment:
    1. COVER OR DISCARD THE OPEN EMPLOYEE BEVERAGE STORED ON THE PREP TABLE 2. DO NOT STORE OPEN AN EMPLOYEE BEVERAGE CAN ABOVE FOOD IN THE WALK-IN COOLER
    General violation description:
    2-401.11 - (A) Except as specified in (B) of this section, an EMPLOYEE shall eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed FOOD
  • Food Storage
    Items:
    Food item(s) in storage
    Problems:
    Stored on floor or less than 6 inches above floor
    Corrections:
    Store at least 6 inches above the floor.
    Comment:
    MOVE THE BOX OF PIZZA CRUSTS UP OFF OF THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER AND THE CASE OF TOMATOES AND BAG OF ONIONS UP OFF OF THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER.
    General violation description:
    3-305.11 - (A) Except as specified in ## (B) and (C) of this section, FOOD shall be protected from contamination by storing the FOOD: (1) In a clean, dry location
  • Outer Openings, Protected
    Items:
    Outer opening(s) door(s)
    Problems:
    Not sealed to prevent pest entry
    Corrections:
    Seal to prevent pest entry.
    Comment:
    TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS: 1. DO NOT PROP OPEN THE FRONT DOOR 2. REPLACE THE WEATHER STRIPPING/ DOOR SWEEP AT THE BACK DOOR TO ELIMINATE THE GAPS BETWEEN THE DOOR AND THE THRESHOLD
    General violation description:
    6-202.15 - (A) Except as specified in ## (B), (C), and (E) and under # (D) of this section, outer openings of a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (1) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings
01/30/2013Routine
  • Cleaning, Frequency/Restrictio
    Items:
    Physical facilities/structures floors
    Locations:
    walk-in cooler(s) floor
    Problems:
    With accumulation of debris
    Corrections:
    Keep clean.
    Comment:
    Back floor in walk-in cooler is dirty behind shelving unit. Clean.
    General violation description:
    6-501.12 - (A) PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. (B) Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of FOOD is exposed such as after closing.
  • Good Repair and Proper Adjustm
    Items:
    Equipment components
    Problems:
    In poor repair
    Corrections:
    Repair/replace.
    Comment:
    Water is dripping into plastic cups set below line and onto floor. Repair/remove drain/condensate line across from hot water tank.
    General violation description:
    4-501.11 - (A) EQUIPMENT shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under Parts 4-1 and 4-2. (B) EQUIPMENT components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. (C) Cutting or piercing parts of can openers shall be kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate FOOD when the container is opened.
07/14/2012Routine

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