Valley Rescue Mission Women & Children Center

Observed 160 degree and 180 degree test strips which did not indicate appropriate sanitation temperature when cycled through stationary dishwashing machine. Rule: (l) Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures.

1. Except as specified in paragraph 2 of this subsection, in a mechanical operation, the temperature of the fresh hot water sanitizing rinse as it enters the manifold may not be more than 194ºF (90ºC), or less than: Pf

(i) For a stationary rack, single temperature machine, 165ºF (74ºC); Pf or

(ii) For all other machines, 180ºF (82ºC). Pf Corrective Action: PIC set up three compartment sink using bleach in warewashing compartment. Priority foundation item, correct in 10 days.

Observed unopened package of shredded lettuce with slight discoloration and pooling of liquid in the bag in walk-in cooler. Rule: (1) Condition. Food shall be safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented. P Corrective Action: PIC disposed.

Observed paper cup inside container of rice in dry storage area. Rule:

1. Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. Corrective Action: PIC disposed of cup.

Observed gallon container of low-fat milk in walk-in cooler with an expiration date of 10/9/2024.
Rule: (b) Expired Foods. Prepackaged sandwiches, eggs, infant formula, shucked oysters, milk, and time/temperature control safety foods that are labeled as “keep refrigerated” and that are for sale or service to the consumer or used as an ingredient in other foods shall be immediately discarded and shall not be sold, served, or used after the manufacturer’s expiration date or the sell-by date. P Corrective Action: PIC disposed of milk.

Observed facility operating without chemical test strips. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. Must be corrected within ten calendar days.

Observed black and pink residue on chute of ice machine in main kitchen. Rule Enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, shall be cleaned (I) At a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or (II) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Corrective Action PIC instructed staff to clean machine. Staff began removing ice during inspection. Correct in 72 hours