Blanche's Ice Cream
PASSFriday, May 10, 2024 at 5:03 PM
Violations Cited
590.005/5-202.12-PF
Handwashing Sinks Installation (Pf)
Water at hand sink 58F after multiple minutes. Hot water booster for hand sink not funciting. Ensure hot water functioning at all times.
Why This Matters
WITHOUT HOT WATER: Bacteria removal drops by 75%. Studies show proper handwashing with hot water and soap removes 99.9% of bacteria, while cold water only removes 25%. This dramatically increases risk of spreading E. coli, Salmonella, and Norovirus - responsible for 89% of foodborne illness outbreaks.
Code Requirements
Immediate action required: Provide hot water (100-120°F) at ALL handwashing sinks. Install water heater if needed. Temporary solution: heat water for handwashing until repairs complete. Staff must wash hands every 30 minutes, after touching face/hair, handling raw foods, using restroom.