Popeyes #12308

Observed PIC could not provide documentation or otherwise satisfactorily demonstrate during the inspection that all food employees and conditional employees are informed of their responsibility to report to management information about their health and activities as it relates to diseases that are transmissible through food. According to Code: Food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report in accordance with the Chapter to the person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. A copy was given to PIC and instructed to train employees on the employee health policy and keep documentation of training onsite.

Observed all the working containers of flour in the kitchen prep area were open and unattended nor employees working there at the moment of inspection. See pictures attached. 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 advised to cover stored foods.

Observed pre-top counter dirty with crumps of food and not sanitized. Observed dining tables dirty with old crumps of food and napkins. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: (i) Before each use with a different type of raw animal food such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, or poultry. It does not apply if the food-contact surface or utensil is in contact with a succession of different types of raw meat and raw poultry each requiring a higher cooking temperature as specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1.04(5)(a) than the previous type such as preparing raw pork followed by cutting raw poultry on the same cutting board.

Observed the failure to store food (bucket of flour) in an area that prevents contamination; observed bucket of flour stored unattended and uncovered. 511-6-1.04(4)(z) - Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C) (z) Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination. Food shall be protected from contamination that may result from a factor or source not specified under paragraphs (a) through (y) of this subsection. Advised PIC to relocate to avoid environmental contamination.

Observed several employees not wearing a hair restraint/beard guard. 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.

2. This does not apply to employees such as counter staff who only serve beverages and wrapped or packaged foods, hostesses, and wait staff if they present a minimal risk of contaminating exposed food, clean utensils and linens and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. PIC provided hair restraint.

Observed food debris on the floor inside the WIC, on kitchen floor, on equipment, walls and ceiling. Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Informed PIC to keep clean.

Observed PIC could not provide documentation or otherwise satisfactorily demonstrate during the inspection that all food employees and conditional employees are informed of their responsibility to report to management information about their health and activities as it relates to diseases that are transmissible through food. According to Code: Food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report in accordance with the Chapter to the person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. A copy was given to PIC and instructed to train employees on the employee health policy and keep documentation of training onsite.

Observed all the working containers of flour in the kitchen prep area were open and unattended nor employees working there at the moment of inspection. See pictures attached. 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 advised to cover stored foods.

Observed build-up of slimy pink and black mold substance in the interior of ice machine board. Surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: At any time when contamination may have occurred; at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers including nozzles and consumer self-service utensils such as tongs, scoops, or ladles; before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils such as condiment dispensers and display containers; and 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: at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. PIC advised to keep food contact surfaces clean to sight and touch.

Observed some chemical bottle hanging close to prep station and stored with other items on the side of the rack in the kitchen at the drive thru window above supplies and food and on front line above food. Chemicals must be stored in a designated area away from food/supplies. Advised PIC to move them and store separately.

Observed roach activity as evidenced by dead and live roaches found in the storage area. 511-6-1.07(5)(l) - Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents, and Other Pest. (l) Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents, and Other Pests. 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 removed dead roach. 18: Observed live flies in kitchen/establishment. Code - Controlling Pests: 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.
3. 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.
4. Eliminating harborage conditions. PIC shall control flies.

Observed the failure to store food (bucket of flour) in an area that prevents contamination; observed bucket of flour stored directly under an active ceiling leak. Food may not be stored under leaking water lines, including leaking automatic fire sprinkler heads, or under lines on which water has condensed. Advised PIC to relocate item to area where its not subject to environmental contamination.

Observed several employees not wearing a hair restraint/beard guard. 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.

2. This does not apply to employees such as counter staff who only serve beverages and wrapped or packaged foods, hostesses, and wait staff if they present a minimal risk of contaminating exposed food, clean utensils and linens and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.

Observed expired permit posted. Current permit is expected to be posted in a location in the food service establishment that is conspicuous to consumers.

Observed food debris on the floor inside the WIC, on kitchen floor, on equipment, walls and ceiling. Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Informed PIC to keep clean.

Observed walk in cooler door in disorder and dirty. Observed gap and cracked tile beneath the door. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

(b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions.

1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

2. 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.

3. If present, playground equipment and associated areas shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. In addition, a cleaning and sanitizing plan along with cleaning and sanitizing records for playground equipment and associated areas shall be maintained within the food service establishment for review upon request by the Health Authority. Further, such cleaning and sanitizing plan for employees to follow in the event of encountering vomitus or fecal matter shall be included and submitted at the time of permit application as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.02(1)(c).

Observed hood and filter inserts with heavy grease accumulation. Filters or other grease extracting equipment shall be designed to be readily removable for cleaning and replacement if not designed to be cleaned in place.511-6-1.05(2)(j). PIC advised to ensure hood is cleaned frequently to prevent soil accumulation.