Apr 22, 2026
Followup
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)
Observed a large pan of tightly wrapped (plastic wrap) prepped pork cuts with a temperature of 47°F at 1:10 PM, and rechecked at 2:06 PM with the temperature still at 47°F inside of the walk in cooler.
Cooling Methods (Pf, C) (e) Cooling Methods.
- Cooling shall be accomplished in accordance with the time and temperature criteria specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(d) by using one or more of the following methods depending on the type of food being cooled: (i) Placing the food in shallow pans; Pf (ii) Separating the food into smaller or thinner portions; Pf (iii) Using rapid cooling equipment; Pf (iv) Stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath; Pf (v) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer; Pf (vi) Adding ice as an ingredient; Pf or (vii) Other effective methods. Pf
- When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be: (i) Arranged in the equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls; and (ii) Loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food.
PIC transferred the raw prepped meat into shallower pans and placed the pans in ice baths inside the walk-in cooler for rapid cooling.
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Observed more than 10 fruit flies throughout the main kitchen and dining area.
Controlling Pests (Pf, C) (k) Controlling Pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by:
- Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies;
- Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests;
- Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and
- Eliminating harborage conditions.
Discussed with PIC the need to eliminate sources of harborage to help control pests and to consult with a licensed pest control service.
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)
Observed 3 sets of dishes stacked wet above the 3 compartment sink of the main kitchen.
Equipment & Utensils, Air-Drying Required (C) (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; and
- May not be cloth dried except that utensils that have been air-dried may be polished with cloths that are maintained clean and dry.
PIC restacked dishes so that they will properly air dry above the 3-compartment sink.