Feb 25, 2026
Followup
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)
Observed door sweep needed at the side entrance by the drive thru window; weatherstripping needed between doors at 2 door entrance as gaps is greater than an inch. (m) Outer Openings, Protected.
- Except as specified in paragraphs 2 through 5 of this subsection, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by:
(i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings;
(ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and
(iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors.
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The requirements in paragraph 1 of this subsection does not apply if a food service establishment opens into a larger structure, such as a mall, airport, or office building, or into an attached structure, such as a porch, and the outer openings from the larger or attached structure are protected against the entry of insects and rodents.
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Exterior doors used as exits need not be self-closing if they are:
(i) Solid and tight-fitting;
(ii) Designated for use only when an emergency exists, by the fire protection authority that has jurisdiction over the food establishment; and
(iii) Limited-use so they are not used for entrance or exit from the building for purposes other than the designated emergency exit use.
- Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 5 of this subsection, if the windows or doors of a food service establishment, or of a larger structure within which a food service establishment is located, are kept open for ventilation or other purposes or a temporary food service establishment is not provided with windows and doors as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection, the openings shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by:
(i) 16 mesh to 1 inch (16 mesh to 25.4 mm) screens;
(ii) Properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or
(iii) Other effective means.
- The requirement in paragraph 4 of this subsection does not apply if flying insects and other pests are absent due to the location of the establishment, the weather, or other limiting condition.
EHS informed the owner of the need to install weather strips between the side entrance doors.
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)
Observed facility wet-stacking equipment on shelving in the dish pit area. (10) Protection of Clean Items.
(a) Equipment and Utensils, Air-Drying Required. After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils:
- Shall be air-dried or used after adequate draining before contact with food. EHS informed the PIC of the need to allow equipment to drain and air dry; facility is re-wash equipment.
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)
Observed prep top cooler with a damaged lid (Facility was made aware of the issue during previous inspections); damaged racks in the walk in freezer; mound of ice coming from the condenser in the walk in freezer; damaged faucet handles on 3C sink; missing wheels on chicken prep table(propped up on wood and bricks). 6) Maintenance and Operation.
(a) Good Repair and Proper Adjustment.
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Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule.
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Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
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Cutting or piercing parts of can openers shall be kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when the container is opened. Facility is to repair of replace the noted items.
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)
Observed the following: cracked floor tiles, damaged/dirty ceiling tiles and vents(water damage, mold, or dust accumulation); damaged wall paneling and FRP; damaged coving; damaged walk in cooler walls/door; rust filled walk in cooler walls and ceiling; damaged/ dirty cabinetry; damaged walk in freezer floor; loose faucet fixture in ladies restroom; holes in the walls, damaged/warped/loose FRP(walls). (5) Maintenance and Operation.
(a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
(b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions.
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The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.
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Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing. EHS spoke with the owner and he stated that a lot of the repair would require them to tear down the entire building.