CHARLTON COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

Grease tank outside has an improperly secured lid allowing for pest access inside as well as allowing sewage odors to escape.

CA: Obtain a new lid that fits securely to prevent access.

Build-up of accumulations on back wall of walk-in-cooler.

CA: Clean at a frequency to prevent build-up.

Observed build-up of mold/mildew in ice machine that was touching the top stack of ice.

COS: Maintenance came to remove the ice to discard it and clean and sterilize the ice bin with a food grade sanitizer. Ice machines shall be cleaned at a frequency specified by the manufacturer or, absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.

Observed mold/mildew build-up on the back of the walk-in-cooler mostly by the blower unit.

CA: Charlton EH instructed CFSM to clean the WIC of build-up and that it must be cleaned at a frequency to avoid accumulation of build-up.

Observed damaged floor (tile popping up, floor unlevel, chipped and cracked tiles) by the 3-compartment sink and food prep areas.

CA: Charlton EH instructed CFSM that the floor must be repaired by 02 Sept 2025. The damaged floor poses a food contamination risk due to being unable to be cleaned and sanitized properly and poses a significant tripping hazard. Charlton EH almost tripped over the floor during the inspection.

Observed dented cans (x9) with damaged seals.

COS: CFSM removed cans from service and placed into a spot for vendor return. Five (5) of the dented cans were discovered in a partially opened box. Charlton EH advised CFSM to check all cans in boxes once the box is opened.

Observed old pots with deep pitting.

CA: Charlton EH ordered CFSM to discard any pots with deep pitting or scratches to prevent contamination. Equipment shall be kept in good repair or shall be discarded.

Observed mold/mildew build-up on the back of the walk-in-cooler.

CA: Charlton EH instructed CFSM to clean the WIC of build-up and that it must be cleaned at a frequency to avoid accumulation of build-up.

Food items in baggies not identified with the common name of the food item (diced onions, shredded cheese, sausage for pizza, greens).

COS: CFSM removed bags of food to discard.

Observed boxes of oranges not stored six inches (6") off the floor in the walk-in-cooler (WIC).

CA: Charlton EH instructed CFSM that all food, whether it is in cold holding or dry storage, is to be stored a minimum of six inches (6") off the floor.

Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found in dry storage areas, Brillo pads stuffed into damaged wall sections, and observed a damage wall in dry storage where plumbing is located.

CA: CFSM pointed out the locations to facilities so that proper control methods can be implemented. Charlton EH instructed CFSM to have kitchen and areas cleaned as well as repair the walls.

Discovered potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature when temping turkey sandwiches in WIC (65.5F). PIC stated they were thawed in the kitchen and then put in the WIC for lunch service. COS: Sandwiches discarded.

Boxes of milk cartons not stored six inches (6") off the floor. CA: Will move boxes onto other shelving that satisfies the six-inch (6") rule.