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During inspections between September 19 and 25, the following Dauphin County restaurants were found to have violated Pennsylvania's health and safety regulations.
The inspection is supervised by the Ministry of Agriculture. The department pointed out that in many cases, restaurants will correct violations before the inspector leaves.
-The observed eggs and other foods are stored directly on the floor of the cooler and freezer area instead of 6 inches from the floor as required.
--American cheese and luncheon meat, a kind of refrigerated ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safe food, in the deli area, does not meet the date marking, is marked as discarded or the use date does not exceed 7 days, and needs to be discarded.
- The food contact surfaces of spatulas and other plastic utensils are not smooth, not easy to clean and/or resistant to pitting, cracking or scratching. Rough edges.
- This non-compliance inspection proved that the person in charge did not have sufficient knowledge of the food safety of the food facility.
- The hot water used to disinfect the mechanical dishwashing machine does not reach 180°F (or 165°F holder). The temperature is at 127 degrees.
- Observe the condenser/ceiling and walls, walk in colder areas, and accumulate black mold, dust, dirt, and debris on non-food contact surfaces.
-The piping system is not well maintained-The sink was observed to leak from the drain pipe into the plastic bucket.
--There are gaps in the back door of the kitchen/dry storage area of the food facility, which cannot prevent insects, rodents and other animals from entering.
- Rodent bait blocks are used in food storage areas.
--A black mold was observed in the ice maker.
--3 In the bay sink, food contact surface, food residues are observed, and the vision and touch are not clean.
Cornerstone Hotel DBA Blue Room
- Basement walk-in cooler equipment with non-food contact surfaces exposed to splashes, spills or other food contamination, made of wood, absorbent and rough materials; requires proper maintenance.
- The following equipment was observed in the kitchen area with dust, dirt, food residues, and debris accumulated on non-food contact surfaces:-The inside and outside of the refrigerator within reach-The outside of all grills, frying pans and stoves -Top equipment on the chef line.
- It has been observed that 3 and a half gallons and 1 gallon have exceeded the shelf life of the manufacturer in the refrigerator box within reach and sold to consumers. Corrected through voluntary disposal.
- The piping system is not well maintained-a leak in the wash basin in the customer's area was observed.
- Bulk food containers in the freezer area are stored open, without coverings, and they are contaminated by condensate on the ceiling.
- The chlorine concentration in the 3-bay dishwashing tank sanitizer is 0 ppm instead of the required 50-100 ppm.
- Food employees observe eating or tasting food in the food preparation area.
- Due to more than 25 species of rodent droppings and possible rodents streaking, there may be rodent habitat in the food facility observed in the dry storage area behind the water heater area.
-Food facilities do not frequently remove dead or trapped pests from control devices, as evidenced by old/rotted rats observed in pest control devices in dry storage areas, and residues in traps.
-The food facility operator should be the person in charge or should appoint a person in charge, and should ensure that the person in charge is present during all operating hours of the food facility.
- The person in charge did not use an appropriate temperature device to continuously monitor the temperature of the food
-Food employees observe changing tasks that may contaminate hands without proper hand washing.
-The waffle cooker/grill is not kept clean between cooking cycles and is constantly exposed to raw egg residues.
- There are gaps in the back door of the kitchen in the dry storage area of the food facility, which cannot prevent insects, rodents and other animals from entering.
- This non-compliance inspection proved that the person in charge did not have sufficient knowledge of the food safety of the food facility.
--The TCS food of hamburger patties using the discontinuous cooking method is not prepared as required, and the patties are in a half-life state.
- Observe grills and cooking equipment/pans in the food preparation area. Grease and dirt have accumulated on and around the sides of the equipment.
- Observe that the wet mop placed in the mop sink is not hung to dry, and the white grill cleaning brush is placed at the bottom of the mop sink. correct.
- During the sterilization cycle of the high-temperature dishwasher, the food contact surface of the equipment and utensils did not reach 160 degrees Fahrenheit, as evidenced by the failure of the temperature indicating test strip. It is corrected by transferring all tableware washing to a 3-tank manual tableware washing tank for disinfection during maintenance.
- This non-compliance inspection proved that the person in charge did not have sufficient knowledge of the food safety of the food facility.
- Non-food contact surfaces are not cleaned regularly to prevent dirt and dirt accumulation.
- The outdoor grease collection device is dirty, full of garbage, and not properly maintained
- The temperature measuring device used to ensure the proper temperature of the equipment is not available or accessible in the equipment.
- The food facility failed to keep the certification records of food employees as required.
- The tissue dispenser at the sink in this area is empty.
-The food facility operator should be the person in charge or should appoint a person in charge, and should ensure that the person in charge is present during all operating hours of the food facility.
-Dairy products and foods are kept at 50°F in cold unit areas instead of 41°F or below as required.
——A transparent storage container for food ingredients was observed, located on the finishing table, without the common name of the food.
-It was observed that cardboard was used as a floor covering in the walk-in cooler.
- Rainwater leakage has been observed in the refrigeration unit in the walk-in cooler, which can cause water accumulation on the floor and also pose a risk of contamination of food and beverages.
- Observed personal items, such as a pack of cigarettes, a loose cigarette, a bottle of lotion, car keys, and loose money stored on and above the food preparation table (organization table).
- The final rinse gauge on the mechanical dishwasher is not working properly and needs to be repaired.
- Electrostatic dust was observed on the fan cover of the refrigeration unit in the walk-in cooler.
- Food employees observe in the food preparation area without wearing appropriate hair restraint devices, such as nets, hats or beard covers.
- It is observed that the hot dogs are thawed in the standing water container in the 3-tank water tank. This is not an approved thawing method. correct.
Sorrento Plaza Bar and Grill
--The left corner of the ice machine storage box door is damaged, exposing the insulation layer.
--Various food ingredient storage containers are all over the food preparation area, without the general name of the food.
- A box of cheese was observed to be stored directly on the floor of the walk-in cooler instead of 6 inches from the floor as required. correct.
-The following food contact surfaces are observed to have food residues, which are not clean visually and to the touch:-The back of the deli slicer blade. -Benchtop can opener blade.
-Observe the raw eggs (in shell) stored on top of the cheese, as well as the raw meat on the onion bags and drinks stored in the walk-in cooler. correct.
- The following non-food contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently to prevent the accumulation of dirt and dirt:-The deflector and inner door of the ice machine. -Walls behind the dishwashing area and on top of the dishwasher.
- Observe that the coffee bean bag is stored directly on the floor of the coffee bean storage area instead of 6 inches off the ground as required.
--The food facility is using/providing food prepared in an unauthorized private residence. All products received from unlicensed food facilities must stop selling immediately until the baked goods supplier obtains the appropriate license. correct.
Suquehanna TWP. high school
--Open windows in the food service area to lower the room temperature. Most open windows have enough screens, and only one window has shedding screens. Window screens need to be repaired and reinstalled to prevent pests from entering the facility.
- Shredded cheese was observed in Bain Marie in the food line area, moldy and adulterated. correct.
--The floor of the kitchen area is made of ceramic tiles, cracked/rough, not smooth and easy to clean, including missing tiles. Repeat violation
- The residual amount of chlorine chemical disinfectant detected in the final disinfectant rinse cycle of the low-temperature disinfection dishwasher is 0 ppm instead of the required 50-100 ppm. Use the facilities of 3 bay sinks until the mechanical machinery is corrected.
- Observe the microwave, in the food cooking line area, there are accumulations, dirt, food residues, and debris on non-food contact surfaces. correct.
- Meatballs are kept at 105°F in the hot service well area instead of 135°F or higher as required. correct.
- The sink does not have water with a temperature of at least 100°F.
- There is no sign or poster reminding food staff to wash their hands at the sink.
- The paper towel dispenser at the sink is empty.
There is a stack of clean glasses on the counter. Rachel Sonnenshine | MLive.com File Photo
CENTRAL DAUPHIN East Senior HIGH
- The ceiling tiles in the dry storage area are missing and need to be replaced.
- The internal glass surface of the cold storage unit in the front service area is broken and/or repaired with materials (clear packaging tape) that are not approved for use in food equipment. Need proper maintenance.
- During the sterilization cycle of the high-temperature dishwasher, the food contact surface of the equipment and utensils did not reach 160 degrees Fahrenheit, as evidenced by the failure of the temperature indicator. The thermometer calibrated by the inspector reaches 156F. It is corrected by transferring all tableware washing to a 3-tank manual tableware washing tank for disinfection during maintenance.
--The wall behind the dishwasher in the food facility is very dirty, dusty, and black mold accumulates and needs to be cleaned.
- Observe small ovens, cooking equipment/pans in the kitchen area, there are deposits of scaled grease and dirt.
- Non-food contact surfaces are not cleaned regularly to prevent dirt and dirt accumulation. Air conditioning unit on the pizza preparation table.
--The condenser drips onto the food box and floor of the refrigerator, causing icing.
- Non-food contact surfaces are not cleaned regularly to prevent accumulation of dust and dirt, and fans enter the walk-in and freezer compartments.
- The condenser in the refrigerator is dripping and freezing.
- Pre-made salads, pears and other foods in the salad bar area are kept at 57°F instead of 41°F or below as required. correct.
- The sink in the area does not have water with a temperature of at least 100°F.
- The sink in the area does not have water with a temperature of at least 100°F.
——No signs or posters reminding food staff to wash their hands are displayed in the wash basins in this area.
Ellie May's Early Bird
- Observe the presence of old potato residue on the fryer. correct.
ELLIE MAE's funnel cake and pizza
- Observe the accumulation of grease and static dust on the fan and fixture of the range hood.
ELLIE MAE's Pizza Building
- Observed rodent-like feces on the floor behind the freezer and under the sofa/seat at the rear of the facility.
-Clutter is observed during food preparation, such as tools (electric drills), stored on or in close proximity to food bags or food contact surfaces.
Grandma's Homemade Apple Dumplings
-Food employees observed in the kitchen area did not wear appropriate hair restraint devices, such as nets, hats or beard covers.
-After cleaning and rinsing and before use, no chemical disinfectants have been observed on equipment and utensils. Correct and discuss with PIC.
- Observe that employees' personal belongings are stored on the food preparation table in the facility. correct.
-After cleaning and rinsing and before use, no chemical disinfectants have been observed on equipment and utensils. Correct and discuss with PIC.
There are no violations in the following places
SCHWARTZ ROOT BEER-Gratz Fairground Gratz PA 17030-Tel: 717-639-8607
Squirrel Farm (TFS Type 3)-GRATZ FAIRGROUNDS Gratz PA 17030-Tel: 717-362-3600
TRACI'S PLACE (TFS Type 4)-GRATZ FAIRGROUNDS Gratz PA 17030-Tel: 570-682-1020
TROUTMAN'S FOOD SERVICE (TFS TYPE 4)-GRATZ FAIRGROUNDS GRATZ PA 17030-Tel: 570-758-6741
WILLIAMS Catering @ GRATZ FAIR TFS TYPE 4-GRATZ FAIRGROUNDS GRATZ PA 17030-Tel: 717-439-0766
MCDONALDS #12862-3761 Peters MOUNTAIN RD HALIFAX PA 17032-Tel: 717-240-0854
6500 Clearfield St., Harrisburg PA 17111-Phone: 717-561-1990
Sara Lindemuth Elementary School-1201 N Progress AVE Harrisburg PA 17109-Tel:
SOUTH SIDE EL SCH-4525 UNION DEPOSIT RD HARRISBURG PA 17109-Tel: 717-657-3204
WILLIAMS VALLEY AREA JUNIOR/SENIOR HS-10330 ROUTE 209 Tower City PA 17980-Tel: 717-647-2167
FAMILY DOLLARS #10554-2304 N 3RD ST Harrisburg PA 17110-Tel: 717-283-2836
RITE AID #1887-2103 N 3RD ST HARRISBURG PA 17110-Tel: 717-236-4208
Delicious Food-1233 North 3rd Street Harrisburg PA 17101-Phone: 717-649-1673
EL SCH, Upper Dauphin-5668 ROUTE 209 LYKENS PA 17048-Tel: 717-362-6682
Upper Dauphin District MS-5668 ROUTE 209 LYKENS PA 17048-Tel: 717-362-6682
CENTRAL DAUPHIN EAST JUNIOR HIGH-628 RUTHERFORD RD HARRISBURG PA 17109-Tel: 717-545-4703
CENTRAL DAUPHIN Middle School-4600 LOCUST LN HARRISBURG PA 17109-Tel: 717-540-4606
DOLLAR General #8599-1591 State Road 209 MILLERSBURG PA 17061-Tel: 615-855-4000
FATTIE HATTIE SOULFOOD-525 N 16th Street Harrisburg PA 17103-Phone: 717-210-9947
220 CHURCH ST ELIZABETHVILLE PA 17023-Tel: 717-362-6492
BLAZING SWINE GRATZ TFS Type 4-GRATZ FAIRGROUNDS Gratz PA 17030-Tel: 717-319-5604
Ellie May's Shaved Ice
GRATZ FAIRGROUNDS Gratz PA 17030-Tel: 717-805-4392
Tire Fryer @ THE GRATZ FAIR
HALL'S Ice Cream (TFS Type 3) @ GRATZ FAIR-GRATZ FAIRGROUNDS Gratz PA 17030-Tel: 717-589-3290
Millersburg Tall Cedar (TFS Type 4)-GRATZ FAIRGROUNDS GRATZ PA 17030-Tel: 717-571-9355
Antique machinery in Graz-Graz Playground Graz PA 17030-Tel: 717-350-5810
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