Albany Moose Lodge

Observed interior of ice machine with an accumulation of slime/debris. CA: Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: (iv) In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment: (I) At a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or (II) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. PIC will have ice machine cleaned and sanitized.

Observed no allergy disclosure in the facility. CA: The permit holder shall notify consumers by written notification of the presence of major food allergens as an ingredient in unpackaged food items that are served or sold to the consumer. Facility will display an allergy disclosure to the public.

Observed raw fish and raw wings thawing in still water in a two compartment sink. CA: Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, time/temperature control for safety food shall be thawed:

1. Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less; PF or 2. Completely submerged under running water: (i) At a water temperature of 70°F (21°C) or below, PF (ii) With sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow PF, and (iii) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of ready-to-eat food to rise above 41°F (5°C), or (iv) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of a raw animal food requiring cooking to be above 41°F (5°C), for more than 4 hours including: (I) The time the food is exposed to the running water and the time needed for preparation for cooking PF, or (II) The time it takes under refrigeration to lower the food temperature to 41°F (5°C) PF. PIC ran cold water over meat.

Observed fume hood with an accumulation of grease. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. PIC will have fume hood cleaned.

Observed employee items such as cell phones and keys sitting on prep tables and plates. CA: Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, use tobacco products and electronic devices shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. PIC will create a designated place for employee belongings to prevent contaminating food contact surfaces.

Observed ice poured into the employee handwashing sink. CA: A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. PIC will properly use handwashing sink.

Observed a container of cooked green beans not properly date marked with a prep or discard date. CA: Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 5 and 6 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. PIC will properly date mark green beans.

Observed unpackaged chicken being stored in direct contact with undrained ice. CA: Except as specified in paragraphs 3 and 4 of this subsection, unpackaged food may not be stored in direct contact with undrained ice. PIC will remove the chicken from the container with the undrained ice.

Observed scoops in flour and corn meal with the handles in contact with the food. CA: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; 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. PIC removed handles from the food product.

Observed green beans in steam well and boiled eggs in reach in cooler stored uncovered. CA: Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC covered food items.

Observed interior of popcorn machine with an accumulation of residue and debris. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils 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. PIC will have popcorn machine cleaned and sanitized.

Observed green bean containers without a prep or discard date and green bean containers with discard date that has passed in the walk in cooler. CA: A food that requires datemarking shall be discarded if it: exceeds 7 days, not including the time that the product is frozen; is in a container or package that does not bear a date or day; or is appropriately marked with a date or day that exceeds 7 days. PIC discarded green beans.

Observed ground beef thawing in the three compartment sink without cold running water. CA: Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, time/temperature control for safety food shall be thawed: under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less; or completely submerged under running water: at a water temperature of 70°F (21°C) or below, with sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow, and for a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of ready-to-eat food to rise above 41°F (5°C), or for a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of a raw animal food requiring cooking to be above 41°F (5°C), for more than 4 hours including: the time the food is exposed to the running water and the time needed for preparation for cooking, or the time it takes under refrigeration to lower the food temperature to 41°F (5°C); as part of a cooking process if the food that is frozen is: cooked as specified under subsections (5)(a)1 or 2 or (5)(b) of this Rule, or thawed in a microwave oven and immediately transferred to conventional cooking equipment, with no interruption in the process. PIC ran cold water over the ground beef.

Observed food employee without a hair restraint. CA: Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch. PIC will provide hair restraints to food employees.

Observed scoops in flour and slaw with the handles in contact with the food. CA: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; 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. PIC removed handles from the food product.

Observed single service items stored on the floor. CA: cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored: in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used. PIC will have single service/single use items stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

Observed molded sweet potatoes in the walk-in cooler. CA: Food shall be safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented. PIC discarded the sweet potatoes.

Observed food items such as country fried steak, cheese sticks, okra and steak being stored in cold holding uncovered. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC covered the containers with lids.

Observed the interior of the ice machine in the main kitchen area and the ice bin in the bar area not clean to sight or touch. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils 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. PIC will have the ice machine and ice bin washed and sanitized.

Observed food items such as chicken wings, catfish, and shrimp with no form of date marking being stored at the bottom of prep top cooler. CA: Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 4 and 5 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. Discussed the date marking process with the PIC. PIC provided the food items with dates.

Observed the most current inspection report not being displayed for public view. CA: The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. PIC will have a copy of the most current inspection report displayed for public view.

Observed fume hood with an accumulation of grease. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will have the fume hood cleaned.

Observed molded sweet potatoes in the walk-in cooler. CA: Food shall be safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented. PIC discarded the sweet potatoes.

Observed TCS food item such as sliced ham in cold holding not being maintained at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. CA: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. PIC placed the food item in the RIC to rapidly cool.

Observed food items such as country fried steak and steak being stored in cold holding uncovered. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC covered the containers with lids.

Observed unpackaged catfish being stored in direct contact with undrained ice. CA: Except as specified in paragraphs 3 and 4 of this subsection, unpackaged food may not be stored in direct contact with undrained ice. PIC removed the catfish from the container with the undrained ice.

Observed dead pests such as roaches at the bottom of the prep top cooler. CA:Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests shall be removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests. PIC cleaned up the dead pests.

Observed single use items such as carry out containers and plates not being stored in original wrapping or inverted. CA: Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used. PIC inverted the items.

Observed carboard being used for shelving in the dish storage area. CA: Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be made of materials that do not allow the migration of deleterious substances or impart colors, odors, or tastes to food and under normal use conditions, and shall be: safe, durable, corrosion-resistant, and nonabsorbent. In addition, materials shall be sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated warewashing and shall be finished to have a smooth, easily cleanable surface. Materials shall be resistant to pitting, chipping, crazing, scratching, scoring, distortion and decomposition. PIC discarded the cardboard.

Observed fume hood with an accumulation of grease. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will have the fume hood cleaned.

Observed tile in need of repair in the walkway between the dinning room and jamie's room. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have the tile replaced.

Observed employee drinks being stored on prep table. CA: Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be located in a designated room or area where contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and single-service and single-use articles cannot occur. PIC will provide a designated area for employees to store drinks.

Observed molded tomatoes in the walk-in cooler. CA: Food shall be safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented. PIC discarded the tomatoes.

Observed food items such as chicken thighs and chicken tenders being stored in cold holding uncovered. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC closed the bags.

Observed the ice bin in the bar area without a lid. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC will provide the ice bin with a lid.

Observed the interior of the ice machine not clean to sight or touch. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils 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. PIC will have the ice machine washed and sanitized.

Observed employee items such as a jacket and a purse being stored on a prep table. CA: Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be located in a designated room or area where contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and single-service and single-use articles cannot occur. PIC placed the items in a designated area.

Observed portion cups not being stored in original wrapping. CA: Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used. PIC will have the cups wrapped.

Observed fume hood with an accumulation of grease. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will have the fume hood cleaned.

Observed tiles in need of repair in several areas of the facility such as under the dishwashing machine and under the ice machine. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have the tiles repaired.

Observed the coving missing in the women's restroom by the kids room. CA: The floors in food service establishments in which water flush cleaning methods are used shall be provided with drains and be graded to drain, and the floor and wall junctures shall be coved and sealed. PIC will have the coving repaired.

Observed some of the ceiling tiles in the men's restroom by the kids room missing. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have the ceiling tiles replaced.

Observed hole in floor by ice machine. CA: Except as specified under subsection (2)(d) of this Rule and except for antislip floor coverings or applications that may be used for safety reasons, floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. PIC will have the hole in the floor repaired.