Covington, Newton County

Wendy's # 54

11120 HIGHWAY 142 N Covington GA 30014

Food
Latest score
100
Feb 6, 2026
City
Covington
County
Newton
Grade
A
Inspections
6

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Feb 6, 2026

Routine

Score: 100Grade: A0 violations
Comments

Note: When the seasonal fish sandwich is back on the menu the nutrition poster or another form of communication must specifically inform consumers of the exact type of fish. The facility can choose to post a sign with verbiage similar to: This facility contain some food allergens such as: Wheat and Alaskan pollock fish. This must be available to all customers at all points of ordering including in the facility, in drive thru, online, and self check out areas. This is a requirement as the new food rules and regulations did take effect on January 1, 2026. If this violation is not in compliance by the next routine inspection, July 1, 2026, the inspection report will reflect. For more information please refer back to the signed new food code rules and regulations handout provided on 12/03/25. All cold and hot holding temperatures were in compliance All frozen foods were frozen solid Time control procedures and documentations were in compliance Variance procedures and documentations were in compliance Questions? 770-784-2121 or www.gnrhealth.com

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 7, 2025

Routine

Score: 88Grade: B2 violations
Comments

Notes: Ensure the document for time control procedures are completely filled out. All foods that are placed on time control. Note: The facility has installed a dishwashing machine. After speaking with the Eco-lab representative it was discovered that the machine is a chemical sanitizing dish machine. All violation(s) that have not been corrected during today's inspection must be corrected by October 17, 2025. If the violation(s) are not corrected the facility's permit may be suspended. Additional fees will apply. All cold and hot holding temperatures were in compliance All frozen food items were frozen solid Time control procedures and documentations were in compliance Questions? 770-784-2121 or WWW.GNRHEALTH.COM

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Corrected: YesRepeat: No

2-1B: .03(5)(c)Observed a food employee adjust their clothing multiple times and processed to handle equipment and food without washing their hands after touching their clothing. Employees must wash hands and exposed portions of arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service articles, and: 1) after touching exposed body parts; 2) after using the restroom; 3) after coughing, sneezing, using tobacco, eating, or drinking; 4) after handling soiled equipment or utensils; 5) during food preparation, as often as needed to remove soil and contamination and to prevent cross contamination when changing tasks; 6) before putting on gloves; 7) after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands; 8) a second time when entering the kitchen from using the restroom. (P) Corrective Actions: Education was provided to the employee discussing after touching any part of their exposed skin or clothing they are required to wash their hands before handling any food items, non-food and food contact surfaces. Any items that were possibly contaminated were discarded or placed in the ware washing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized. The food employee properly washed their hands.

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Corrected: YesRepeat: No

15C: .05(7)(a)2,3Observed heavy mold like substances on the weatherstripping/seal of the walk in cooler door. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. (C) Corrective Actions: **The weatherstripping/seal must be replaced on the walk-in cooler door by October 17, 2025).

Jul 8, 2025

Required Additional Routine

Score: 81Grade: B3 violations
Comments

Questions? 770-784-2121 or www.gnrhealth.com

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Corrected: YesRepeat: No

2-1B: .03(5)(c)Observed a food service employee drop an item on the floor, pick it up and discard of the item, and proceed to handle chicken nuggets. Employees must wash hands and exposed portions of arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service articles, and: 1) after touching exposed body parts; 2) after using the restroom; 3) after coughing, sneezing, using tobacco, eating, or drinking; 4) after handling soiled equipment or utensils; 5) during food preparation, as often as needed to remove soil and contamination and to prevent cross contamination when changing tasks; 6) before putting on gloves; 7) after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands; 8) a second time when entering the kitchen from using the restroom. (P) Corrective Actions: Education was provided to the food employee and the person in charge discussing when to wash their hands.

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Corrected: YesRepeat: No

6-1A: .04(6)(f)There were tcs items cold holding at temperatures greater than 41 degrees F or below. See the temperature chart below. Time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. (P) Corrective Actions: All items were discarded as they were stored longer than 4 hours.

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Corrected: YesRepeat: No

15A: .05(6)(q)1&3Observed three reach in coolers with ambient temperatures greater than 41 degrees F. All units were holding tcs food items. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule. (C) Corrective Actions: All tcs food items were removed and the units will not be used to store any tcs foods until the units are properly calibrated to maintain an ambient temperature of 41 degrees F or below.

Mar 14, 2025

Routine

Score: 100Grade: A0 violations
Comments

Note: Ensure the written procedures/documentation for time control are accessible to the inspector when requested by the inspector. New time control form provided to the person in charge. Note: The facility will need to add an informative to all customers informing them that the facility carries eggs, milk, wheat, and Alaska Pollock. This is a new rule from the State DPH. See the new rules and regulations handout provided. All cold and hot holding temperatures were in compliance All frozen foods were frozen solid Time control procedures were in compliance No reheating for hot holding was assessed (for the fries) because the fries were being reheated for immediate service. New food rules and regulations were discussed with the person in charge An RAR inspection will be conducted by 7/19/25 due to the score received on 7/19/24. Questions? 770-784-2121 or www.gnrhealth.com

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 19, 2024

Follow-up

Score: 100Grade: A0 violations
Comments

Note: The facility does have an approved variance to hold the American cheese on time control for 7 hrs. Ensure the approved variance documents are accessible at the facility at all times and the procedures are being followed according to the written and approved plan. All violations were corrected from the previous routine inspection. An required additional routine (RAR) will be conducted by 7/19/2025. Additional fees will apply. Questions? 770-784-2121 or www.gnrhealth.com

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 9, 2024

Routine

Score: 56Grade: U10 violations
Comments

Note: All cold holding temperatures were adequate except what was listed. Note: All hot holding temperatures were adequate except what was listed. Note: A follow up inspection wil be conducted on or before 7/19/24. If a score under 70 is earned on the follow up inspection, then the permit will be suspended. Note: All violations must be corrected by 7/19/2024 or the permit maybe suspended. Note: EHS will research office records to see if facility was permitted with a hand wash sink by the drive through area. Will inform the person-in-charge if this needs to be maintained as a functioning and properly supplied hand wash sink. Questions? 770-784-2121 or www.gnrhealth.com

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Corrected: NoRepeat: No

1-2A: .03(2)(a)-(l), (n)There were multiple risk factor and public health violations occuring at the time of inspection. The person-in-charge was not demonstrating active managerial control in regards to food safety. It is the responsibility of the person in charge to ensure compliance with the food code by demonstrating active managerial control within their facility. (Pf)

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Corrected: YesRepeat: No

2-1B: .03(5)(c)Food worker picked up item off the floor and touched containers of food without washing hands. Employees must wash hands and exposed portions of arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service articles, and: 1) after touching exposed body parts; 2) after using the restroom; 3) after coughing, sneezing, using tobacco, eating, or drinking; 4) after handling soiled equipment or utensils; 5) during food preparation, as often as needed to remove soil and contamination and to prevent cross contamination when changing tasks; 6) before putting on gloves; 7) after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands; 8) a second time when entering the kitchen from using the restroom. (P) Corrective Actions: Had food worker wash hands.

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Corrected: NoRepeat: No

2-2D: .07(3)(b)No paper towels availlable at front hand wash sink. No paper towels available t back hand wash sink. Each handwashing sink shall be provided with individual, disposable towels, a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel, or a hand drying device. (Pf)

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Corrected: YesRepeat: No

4-2B: .05(7)(a)1Interior ice bin has spots of black build up. Food contact surfaces must be clean to sight and touch. Corrective Actions: Interior of ice bin has to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized.

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Corrected: YesRepeat: No

5-1B: .04(5)(h)Cheese sauce reheated to 80 degrees. Commericially prepared time/temperature control for safety foods must be reheated to at leat 135 degrees F in 2 hours or less. Corrective Actions: has food employee put cheese sauce back to reheat and the cheese was properly reheated within 2 hours to over 135 degrees F.

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Corrected: YesRepeat: No

6-1A: .04(6)(f)Multiple time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods held above 41 degrees F. Time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. (P) Corrective Actions: Foods discarded.

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Corrected: YesRepeat: No

6-1B: .04(6)(f)Multiple time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods not being hot held at 135 degrees F or above. Time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 135°F (57°C) or above. (P) Corrective Actions: Foods discarded.

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Corrected: YesRepeat: No

6-1C: .04(6)(d)Multiple time/temperature control for safety foods had not cooled to 41 degrees F or below within 4 hours. When not heated time/temperature control for safety foods must be cooled to 41 degrees wihtin 4 hours from preparation. Corrective Actions: Foods discarded.

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Corrected: YesRepeat: No

8-2B: .07(6)(e)Observed using bathroom cleaner to clean food preparation table. Must use toxic chemicals as per manufacturer's instructions. Corrective Actions: Has food worker wash, rinse, and sanitize the prep table.

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Corrected: YesRepeat: No

15A: .05(6)(a)Walk-in cooler holding an air temperature of 42.8 degrees F Equipment must be maintained in good repair and proper adjustement. Corrective Actions: Walk-in cooler adjusted properly adjusted at time of inspection.