DEKALB COUNTY JAIL SHERIFF DEPARTMENT

Observed food handler go into office come out with ungloved hand scratch himself and then go to the can opener open a can of food and than pour it into the pot. CA: Food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles and after touching bare human body parts other than clean hands and clean, exposed arms. COS: Food handler removed unclean glove and washed hands.

Observed quaternary sanitizing solution above 400ppm. CA: Chemical sanitizers, including chemical sanitizing solutions generated on-site, and other chemical antimicrobials applied to food-contact surfaces shall:

COS: sanitizing buckets were remade to 200ppm.

Observed cooked pasta dated 1-22-26 stored in a large metal container; it needed to be divided into smaller portions. Also observed a large metal container of cooked potatoes that required separation into smaller portions. CA: 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:Placing the food in shallow pans; Separating the food into smaller or thinner portions; Using rapid cooling equipment; Stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath; Using containers that facilitate heat transfer; Adding ice as an ingredients When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be: Arranged in the equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls; and Loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. COS: PIC separated portions and placed into WIF to rapidly cool.

Observed small flying insects near bakery area where a drain is accumulated with food debris. CA: The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by:

1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies;
2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests COS:discussed with operator to clean drains near water areas to control pest.

Observed food handlers chewing gum and drinking out of water bottles without a straw and lid while on prep line. CA: Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed. COS: Water bottles and chewing gum were discarded by food handlers.

Observed food handler's personal water bottle stored next to food (sandwiches and cookies) on main line. CA: Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed. COS: Water bottles voluntarily discarded.

Observed chlorine sanitizing solution at 300PPM. CA:. Meet requirements specified in 40 CFR 180.940 Tolerance exemptions for active and inert ingredients for use in antimicrobial formulations (Food-contact surface sanitizing solutions) COS: Discussed with PIC that during preparation of buckets they will be diluted and tested with chlorine testing strips.

Observed several food handlers wearing bracelets while prepping on the mainline. CA: Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. COS Food handlers removed bracelets.

Observed food handler wearing a watch while handling food. CA: Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. COS Food handlers removed wrist jewelry.

Observed dead roaches stuck to the hand sink and parts of floors near hand sinks. 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.

Observed multiple live fruit flies in the dry storage area. CA: The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises.

Observed food handler touch apron and hair net with gloved hands then go back to prepping foods. Ca: Food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles and after touching bare human body parts other than clean hands and clean, exposed arms. COS Food handler removes gloves and washes her hands.

Observed food handler wash hands without soap. Ca: Food employees shall use the following cleaning procedure in the order stated to clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms, including surrogate prosthetic devices for hands and arms: Rinse under clean, running warm water; Apply an amount of cleaning compound recommended by the cleaning compound manufacturer; Rub together vigorously for at least 10 to 15 seconds. COS kitchen staff replenishes soap and food handler washes her hands.

No hot water is observed at all hand sinks in the main kitchen. Ca: A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide tempered water at a temperature of at least 100ºF (38ºC) through a mixing valve or combination faucet. COS person in charge setup temporary hand sinks.

No hand soap is observed at 2 hand sinks at the time of the inspection. Ca: Each handwashing sink or group of two adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. COS kitchen staff

Observed several food handlers wearing rings with stones and/or precious rhinestones and wrist jewelry while prepping foods at the time of the inspection. Ca: Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. COS Food handlers remove rings and wrist jewelry.

Observed ice machine unclean to sight and touch with rust and debris. A plastic piece of material is also observed on the interior of the ice machine. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS person in charge places a do not use sign on the ice machine.

Observed no hot water at the time of the inspection. CA: Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment. COS Person in charge sets up temporary hand washing sinks.