Cafe De Lulu
PASS W/ CONDITIONSMonday, February 13, 2012 at 5:52 PM
Violations Cited
23-4-602.13
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
Staff have been lining the shelving within the three-basin sink area and the wok area with wiping cloths. The cloths within these areas cannot be cleaned and sanitized during the meal service. As such the cloths may not be used as a liner for the shelving. The cloths should be removed laundered and used only for cleaning.
Why This Matters
INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty surfaces attract pests, harbor bacteria, and contaminate via contact or air movement. Dust from dirty shelves contains allergens affecting 32 million Americans. Grease accumulation creates slip hazards causing 25% of restaurant injuries.
Code Requirements
Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned at frequency to prevent: Soil accumulation; Pest attraction; Contamination of food/food contact surfaces. Includes: Equipment exteriors; Shelving; Walls and ceilings; Light fixtures; Ventilation systems.
Corrective Actions
Deep clean all non-food contact surfaces; Create cleaning schedule with daily, weekly, monthly tasks; Assign cleaning zones to staff; Use degreaser for grease accumulation; Clean from top to bottom; Maintain cleaning log
24-4-903.11
Clean Equipment & Utensils Storage
Strainers and steaming equipment were observed beneath the three-basin sink either on the floor or on overturned sheetpans set on the floor. The equipment should be stored properly on shelving above the floor and free from sources of contamination. Staff set the equipment within the pile of soiled utensils. Once the equipment was cleaned and sanitized it would be relocated to proper shelving.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
37-6-501.11-.12
Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings
Clean the wall to the front right of the walk-in and behind the three-basin sink to remove the food debris.
Why This Matters
OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION: Peeling paint and debris fall into food. Condensation on ceilings drips bacteria onto prep surfaces. Studies found ceiling tiles harbor Bacillus cereus spores. Restaurant ceiling collapse contaminated food service for 200 guests.
Code Requirements
Walls/ceilings must be: Smooth and washable in food areas; Light-colored for easy soil detection; Free of holes, cracks, peeling paint; Sealed at all joints and attachments; Clean and free of grease, dust, cobwebs; Non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture.
Corrective Actions
Repair all holes within 14 days; Repaint with washable paint; Replace damaged ceiling tiles; Seal all penetrations; Clean walls and ceilings monthly; Fix any leaks immediately; Install FRP panels in splash zones