Andalus Pizza & Cafe
PASS W/ CONDITIONSTuesday, August 30, 2011 at 4:31 PM
Violations Cited
15-4-202.16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces
The single-door flip top refrigeration unit to the right of the pizza unit was operating at 46 F. A service call had been placed. The interior of the unit was empty. Non-PHFs (uncut vegetables pickles) were stored in the top. PHFs are not to be stored in the unit until it has been repaired.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
36-6-501.11-.12
Improper Maintenance of Floors
A small amount of grease was observed on the floor beside the fryer. The grease should be cleaned.
Why This Matters
CONTAMINATION RESERVOIR: Damaged floors harbor bacteria in cracks. Standing water breeds Listeria, Pseudomonas. Broken tiles create pest harborage. Floor contamination spreads via shoes, equipment wheels, and dropped items. CDC found floor drains positive for Listeria in 40% of retail delis.
Code Requirements
Floors must be: Smooth and non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains (1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot); Coving at wall junctures sealed; No cracks, holes, or missing tiles; Grout intact and sealed; Cleaned daily or more frequently; Dry except when cleaning.
Corrective Actions
Schedule floor repairs within 30 days; Seal all cracks immediately with approved sealant; Improve drainage to eliminate standing water; Increase cleaning frequency; Replace missing tiles; Re-grout as needed; Remove any carpeting from food areas