Haru
PASSWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 8:18 PM
Violations Cited
12-3--301.11
Prevention of Contamination from Hands
Sushi cooks observed handling RTE foods at sushi bar during visit.
Why This Matters
Inadequate handwashing is a leading cause of foodborne illness transmission
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
35-6-501.111/.115
Insects Rodents Animals
Fruit fly type insects throughout bar waitstations in the front of the house.Last visit from Extermination Co(dated 11-08) indicated no issue's with pests or sanitation.Establishment mngmt. indicated that restaurant undertook a fogging recently. This treatment contraindicates the report from 11-08.Re-evaluate treatments and service.Additional devices/treatments are needed for front of house.
Why This Matters
DISEASE VECTORS: Mice produce 50-75 droppings daily containing Salmonella, Hantavirus. Cockroaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms. Flies regurgitate and defecate on food, spreading E. coli, Shigella. One mouse can contaminate 10 times more food than it eats. Pest allergens trigger asthma in 26% of inner-city children.
Code Requirements
Facility must be pest-free: No live or dead pests; No droppings or urine; No gnaw marks or rub marks; No nesting materials; Effective pest control program; Monthly professional service recommended; All openings sealed; Remove harborage conditions.
Corrective Actions
Call pest control service immediately; Discard ALL contaminated food; Clean and sanitize all affected areas; Seal all openings larger than 1/4 inch; Install door sweeps; Eliminate standing water; Remove clutter; Increase cleaning frequency
36-6-501.11-.12
Improper Maintenance of Floors
Floors under and behind equipment are filthy at bar waitstations and kitchen hotline.Floor drains have caked on build-up that was dug up on inspection by Inspector.Thorough daily cleaning needs to occur to combat pest issue.
Why This Matters
CONTAMINATION RESERVOIR: Damaged floors harbor bacteria in cracks. Standing water breeds Listeria, Pseudomonas. Broken tiles create pest harborage. Floor contamination spreads via shoes, equipment wheels, and dropped items. CDC found floor drains positive for Listeria in 40% of retail delis.
Code Requirements
Floors must be: Smooth and non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains (1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot); Coving at wall junctures sealed; No cracks, holes, or missing tiles; Grout intact and sealed; Cleaned daily or more frequently; Dry except when cleaning.
Corrective Actions
Schedule floor repairs within 30 days; Seal all cracks immediately with approved sealant; Improve drainage to eliminate standing water; Increase cleaning frequency; Replace missing tiles; Re-grout as needed; Remove any carpeting from food areas
37-6-201.11
Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed
Ceiling light shields vents and walls in kitchen are dusty.Ceiling vents in restrooms for employee's are dusty.
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