El Frutero Market
PASS W/ CONDITIONSTuesday, July 14, 2009 at 6:31 PM
Violations Cited
01-3-101/701.11
Spoilage Unsafe Food
1) 10 14.5oz cans of hunts whole tomatoes on shelf expired (5-20-09) remove unsafe foods from customer shelving. PIC removed from shelving at time of inspection. 2) 4 14oz. jars of prego sauce on shelf expired (10-8-08). remove unsafe foods from shelving.manager removed from shelving
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
M-2-103.11
PIC Performing Duties
1) PIC not performing duties by leaving expired foods on customer shelving manager to ensure safe food products
Why This Matters
EXTREME RISK: Without active management, ALL five CDC risk factors go unchecked. Studies show restaurants without certified managers have 2.5 times more critical violations. Lack of supervision leads to: temperature abuse (bacteria double every 20 minutes), cross-contamination spreading pathogens, sick employees working with food, improper cooking allowing pathogen survival. This single violation enables conditions for major outbreaks.
Code Requirements
PIC MUST: Be present during ALL operating hours; Hold valid food safety certification; Actively monitor employee health and hygiene; Ensure proper cooking, cooling, and holding temperatures; Verify foods from approved sources; Monitor handwashing compliance; Ensure equipment properly sanitized; Take immediate corrective actions for violations; Demonstrate knowledge to health inspector; Train and supervise all food employees.
Corrective Actions
IMMEDIATE: Designate qualified PIC immediately; If no certified manager available, cease operations; Implement active managerial control system; Create monitoring logs for all CDC risk factors; Retrain management on responsibilities; Post PIC duties checklist
32-6-301.11-02.11
Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage
1) no paper towels in bathroom supply 2) no employee hand wash sign in bathroom supply
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
36-6-201.11
Floors Designed Constructed Installed
1) floor in bathroom in disrepair and missing tiles replace or repair
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean