Rhetts West
PASS W/ CONDITIONSMonday, October 28, 2013 at 4:26 PM
Violations Cited
04-3-501.15/4-301.11
Inadequate Facilities/Cooling Methods
Cooked steak in single door deli cooler with an elevated temperature of 57F. PIC stated that the steak had been cooling prior and then placed into the deli cooler. Discontinue and ensure proper cooling methods are in place before placing them into the deli cooler for serivce. PIC removed steak with the elevated temperature and placed them into the walk-in freezer to continue the cooling process.
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.
08-3-305-307.11
Food Protection
Containers of ice cream observed being stored on the ground of the walk-in cooler. Discontinue and store elevated at least 6 inches off the ground.
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.
36-6-501.11-.12
Improper Maintenance of Floors
Floor of the walk-in freezer with food debris and visibly soiled. Clean to remove.
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