IHOP #3177 - International House of Pancakes

Observed TCS food items in the reach-in cooler in the main kitchen uncovered and not protected from overhead contamination. Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), 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 placed coverings on the TCS foods.

Observed facility utilizing key-drop deliveries, but at the time of the inspection, the PIC was not able to provide me proof of a key-drop agreement. Written procedures and plans, where specified by this Chapter and as developed by the food service establishment, are maintained and implemented as required. Must correct within 10 calendar days.

Observed no verifiable manner, verbal or written, to show that food employees are aware of their reporting responsibilities when it relates to diseases that are transmissible through food. The PIC was able to name three out of the five symptoms and only one of the six illnesses at the time of the inspection. 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. Must correct within 10 calendar days. The PIC was also given a copy of the GA DPH Employee Health Red Book.