WARREN TAVERN
PASS W/ CONDITIONSMonday, March 19, 2018 at 6:09 PM
Violations Cited
03-3-501.16
Hot Holding
The rice on the steam table is 110F. Provide proper hot holding of 140F or above.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Maintain all hot TCS foods at 135°F or above; Cannot use hot holding equipment to reheat
08-3-305-307.11
Food Protection
There are pipes in the basement that look like waste lines that run above the slicer. Verify that the lines are not waste lines or have them properly protected to prevent any possible contamination.
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
The floors in the second walk-in cooler are concrete but covered with plywood and cardboard boxes. Repair to provide a surface that is smooth cleanable and durable.
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
42-5-203.13
Mop Sink not Provided
They don't have a mopsink and they are dumping the mopwater outside. Provide a mopsink to dump the water and store mops and brooms. (They'll dump the water in the toilet in the meantime)
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.