TAQUERIA EL AMIGO

Observed ice machine to have heavy soil and mold-like accumulation. 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils - Cleaning Frequency (P, C)(b) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils. 5. Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: (iv) 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:

(I) At a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or

(II) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Note: The facility will need to drain, wash, rinse, and sanitize the ice machine along with establishing a cleaning frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.

Observed multiple wet cloths not stored in sanitizer.

Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be:

(i) Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution

Note: PIC placed all cloths in sanitizer.

Observed no drain plug installed on dumpster. Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place. Note: PIC educated on importance of drain plug. PIC will order drain plug to install.