Citizen Public House & Oyster Bar
PASS W/ CONDITIONSTuesday, October 16, 2012 at 9:45 PM
Violations Cited
31-5-204/05.11
Location Accessible
The dish washer placed three skillet pans on the rim of the hand sink within the dish washing area. The pans were removed cleaned sanitized and properly stored.
Why This Matters
FORCED NON-COMPLIANCE: Blocked sinks force employees to skip handwashing. Studies show 89% compliance when sinks accessible vs 35% when blocked. Each skipped handwash potentially contaminates multiple food items. Inaccessible sinks contributed to Hepatitis A outbreak affecting 660 people.
Code Requirements
Handwashing sinks must be: Accessible at ALL times; Used ONLY for handwashing; Located within 25 feet of food prep; Clear of all equipment and supplies; Never used for food prep, dishwashing, or chemical disposal; Minimum one sink per 5 workers during peak times.
Corrective Actions
Clear ALL handwashing sinks immediately; Post 'Handwashing Only' signs; Relocate any blocking equipment; Provide alternative sinks for other uses; Train staff on sink designation; Monitor hourly for compliance
21-3-304.14
Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize
One soiled wiping cloth was observed around the neck of the faucet handle. The wiping cloth was removed. The neck was cleaned and sanitized with a rag soaking in a preparation of quat. sanitizer at 200 ppm.
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.