Panera Bread
FAILThursday, August 25, 2016 at 2:58 PM
Violations Cited
41-7-102.11
Labeled Common Name
Obseved multiple spray bottles of unknown chemicals with no label. Provide labels for all chemical spray bottles.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
35-6-501.111/.115
Insects Rodents Animals
rodent droppings observed on floor behind water heater in catering room and droppings observed under a rolling storage rack at the front register area. Remove evidence of droppings. Provide extermination service ASAP and provide reciept of service and a detailed report with details for dealing with rodent issue. Also provide an Intergrated Pest Management (IPM) report specific to this restaurant that outlines all aspects of the extermination service.
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
32-6-301.11-02.11
Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage
Provide paper towels for hand sink at the end of the sandwich line.
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.
36-6-501.11-.12
Improper Maintenance of Floors
Clean floor area behind the water heater in the catering room. Clean floor under the rolling storage shelf at the register area. Clean the floor behind the soda machine at the customer area.
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
Hole in wal around pipe leading into wall at the utility sink that is part of the coffee station. Repair wall and seal off wall area around pipe. Panel missing to the back of the cabinet that houses the soda station. Replace missing panel or seal off area to ensure no entry from outside pests into this establishment.
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