PHO HOA RESTAURANT II INC.
PASS W/ CONDITIONSWednesday, October 24, 2012 at 4:26 PM
Violations Cited
31-5-204/05.11
Location Accessible
When preparing the three-basin sink for thawing two pans were removed from the three-basin sink and set onto the adjacent hand sink. Management removed the pans and instructed the staff to refrain from placing items onto the sink.
Why This Matters
FORCED NON-COMPLIANCE: Blocked sinks force employees to skip handwashing. Studies show 89% compliance when sinks accessible vs 35% when blocked. Each skipped handwash potentially contaminates multiple food items. Inaccessible sinks contributed to Hepatitis A outbreak affecting 660 people.
Code Requirements
Handwashing sinks must be: Accessible at ALL times; Used ONLY for handwashing; Located within 25 feet of food prep; Clear of all equipment and supplies; Never used for food prep, dishwashing, or chemical disposal; Minimum one sink per 5 workers during peak times.
Corrective Actions
Clear ALL handwashing sinks immediately; Post 'Handwashing Only' signs; Relocate any blocking equipment; Provide alternative sinks for other uses; Train staff on sink designation; Monitor hourly for compliance
06-3-501.13
PHF's Properly Thawed
Frozen shrimp had been placed in a pre-cleaned basin of the basement's three-basin sink. The health division explained that the water should be running into the basin if this method was to be utilized. The health division set up a demonstration of proper methods utilizing a pan set into the center basin of the three-bay sink.
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.
15-4-202.16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces
Staff are to monitor the single-door flip top refrigeration unit located closest to the dining room doors. The unit was operating at approximately 45 F. The internal temperature dial was turned down. The health division will return later in the day to verify that this remedy was effective at lowering the temperature.
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.