New York Fried Chicken (1251 River St.)
PASS W/ CONDITIONSMonday, May 19, 2014 at 5:16 PM
Violations Cited
23-4-602.13
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
CLEAN -- the top of the white top loading freezer ( kitchen ) of built-up black grime-
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
38-6-202.11
Fixture's not properly shielded
KITCHEN - replace missing light shield ( ceiling light ) OR provide protective light tubes for bulbs -
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.