Jan 8, 2026
Routine
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)
Observed ice scoop stored in stagnant water. employee stated the water is from the ice. CA: )Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored:
1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container;
2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon;
3.On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b) and (8)(a);
4.In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain, if used with moist food such as ice cream or mashed potatoes;
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In a clean, protected location if the utensils, such as ice scoops, are used only with a food that is not time/temperature control for safety food; or
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In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135°F (57°C) and the container is cleaned at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7). COS- PIC removed ice scoop and discarded water from the ice scoop holder.
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)
Observed food contact surfaces (dishes) stacked wet. CA: All food contact surfaces and dishes shall air dry completely before stacking.
17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Regulation: 511-6-1.07(4)(a) - toilet rooms convenience and accessibility (c)
at the time of inspection in the employee bathroom the toilet was covered with a large black trash bag. CA: Toilet Rooms Convenience and Accessibility. Toilet rooms shall be conveniently located and accessible to employees during all hours of operation. COS- PIC called owner and the trash bag was removed. Toilet is operational.