LA PLAYITA RESTAURANT scored 74; newer inspection records 96

1. 01

   Person in charge

   Item 1-2A ↗

   ;(b);(c)1,4,5,6,7, 8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16(Person in charge) PIC was unable to answer questions regarding the 9 common food allergens and cold holding food temperatures The person in charge must be able to demonstrate their food safety knowledge in one of the following ways: complying with this Chapter by having no violations of Priority Items during the current inspection; be a certified food safety manager by passing a test that is part of an accredited program; or be able to provide correct answers to food safety questions as they relate to the food service operation at hand. (Pf) Corrective Actions: PIC is now informed about the most common food allergens and cold holding temperatures.

   Inspector’s full note +

   Code .03(1)(a)

   ;(b);(c)1,4,5,6,7, 8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16(Person in charge) PIC was unable to answer questions regarding the 9 common food allergens and cold holding food temperatures The person in charge must be able to demonstrate their food safety knowledge in one of the following ways: complying with this Chapter by having no violations of Priority Items during the current inspection; be a certified food safety manager by passing a test that is part of an accredited program; or be able to provide correct answers to food safety questions as they relate to the food service operation at hand. (Pf) Corrective Actions: PIC is now informed about the most common food allergens and cold holding temperatures.

   Official report · Item 1-2A ↗
   No correction or repeat marker recorded.
2. 02

   Food separation and protection

   Item 4-1A ↗

   (vi)(vii)(viii)Observed raw chicken over raw beef, and raw chicken stored above cooked food in the stand up cooler. Food shall be protected from cross contamination during display, storage, and preparation. (P) Corrective Actions: Person in charge (PIC) rearranged shelving order to be in compliance

   Inspector’s full note +

   Code .04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)

   (vi)(vii)(viii)Observed raw chicken over raw beef, and raw chicken stored above cooked food in the stand up cooler. Food shall be protected from cross contamination during display, storage, and preparation. (P) Corrective Actions: Person in charge (PIC) rearranged shelving order to be in compliance

   Official report · Item 4-1A ↗
   No correction or repeat marker recorded.
3. 03

   Toxic substance storage and use

   Item 8-2B ↗

   Observed several unlabeled spray bottles containing chemicals. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. (Pf) Corrective Actions: PIC labeled the spray bottles containing chemicals with the common name.

   Inspector’s full note +

   Code .07(6)(b)

   Observed several unlabeled spray bottles containing chemicals. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. (Pf) Corrective Actions: PIC labeled the spray bottles containing chemicals with the common name.

   Official report · Item 8-2B ↗
   No correction or repeat marker recorded.
4. 04

   Thermometers

   Item 11D ↗

   Observed thermometer to be dysfunctional. A temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe that is designed to measure the temperature of thin masses shall be provided and readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods such as meat patties and fish filets. (Pf)

   Inspector’s full note +

   Code .05(3)(g)

   Observed thermometer to be dysfunctional. A temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe that is designed to measure the temperature of thin masses shall be provided and readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods such as meat patties and fish filets. (Pf)

   Official report · Item 11D ↗
   No correction or repeat marker recorded.
5. 05

   Warewashing facilities and test strips

   Item 15B ↗

   Sanitizer test strips were observed to be expired. Concentration of the sanitizing solution shall be accurately determined by using a test kit or other device. (Pf)

   Inspector’s full note +

   Code .05(3)(h),(i)

   Sanitizer test strips were observed to be expired. Concentration of the sanitizing solution shall be accurately determined by using a test kit or other device. (Pf)

   Official report · Item 15B ↗
   No correction or repeat marker recorded.
6. 06

   Sewage and wastewater disposal

   Item 16C ↗

   Observed covered Air-Gap for 3-compartment sink in bar area. Except as specified in paragraphs 2, 3, and 4 of .06(4)(c), a direct connection may not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. (P) Corrective Actions: PIC removed foil covering Air-Gap.

   Inspector’s full note +

   Code .06(4)(c)

   Observed covered Air-Gap for 3-compartment sink in bar area. Except as specified in paragraphs 2, 3, and 4 of .06(4)(c), a direct connection may not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. (P) Corrective Actions: PIC removed foil covering Air-Gap.

   Official report · Item 16C ↗
   No correction or repeat marker recorded.
7. 07

   Pest control

   Item 18 ↗

   Observed both exterior doors not tight-fitting with gaps at the bottom. Outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: 1) filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; (C) 2) closed, tight-fitting windows; (C) and 3) solid self-closing, tight-fitting doors. (C)

   Inspector’s full note +

   Code .07(2)(m)

   Observed both exterior doors not tight-fitting with gaps at the bottom. Outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: 1) filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; (C) 2) closed, tight-fitting windows; (C) and 3) solid self-closing, tight-fitting doors. (C)

   Official report · Item 18 ↗
   No correction or repeat marker recorded.
8. 08

   Pest control

   Item 18 ↗

   Observed several roaches in the facility The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; (C) 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; (C) 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under Rule .07(6)(e),(m),(n); (Pf) and 4. Eliminating harborage conditions.(C)

   Inspector’s full note +

   Code .07(5)(k)

   Observed several roaches in the facility The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; (C) 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; (C) 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under Rule .07(6)(e),(m),(n); (Pf) and 4. Eliminating harborage conditions.(C)

   Official report · Item 18 ↗
   No correction or repeat marker recorded.

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