El Centro
PASSTuesday, July 13, 2021 at 6:51 PM
Violations Cited
590.004/4-501.114-P
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Sanitizer not registering in low temp machine / Repair to provide 50-100ppm / 3 bay sink will be used unit machine is properly repaired. If drinking glasses are unable to be properly sanitized in 3 bay (scrubbing attachment) then paper cups will be used
Why This Matters
INEFFECTIVE SANITIZATION: Below 50ppm chlorine or 200ppm quat, bacteria survive on 'clean' dishes. Above 200ppm chlorine leaves toxic residue causing chemical burns, nausea. 70% of restaurant outbreaks linked to improper sanitization.
Code Requirements
Maintain sanitizer at: Chlorine 50-100ppm, Quaternary Ammonium 200-400ppm, Iodine 12.5-25ppm. Test every 2 hours with test strips. Change solution when cloudy/dirty. Train all staff on mixing procedures.
590.006/6-201.17-C
Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)
Hood tag expired in May 2021 / Cleaning scheduled for Friday 6/25/2021
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition