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Punjab Palace

June 9, 2022 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings13
critical findings0

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Failed findings

Warewashing Machines Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)

Inspector note: Rinse gauge it does not appear to move at high temp dish machine although the machine reaches above 160F with interior thermometer. Repair.
code 590.004/4-204.115-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)

Inspector note: Observed lentil soup (176F) placed at room temperature in a large plastic container. No ice wand available at this time. Ensure that proper cooling methods and time temperature parameters are used . PIC will remove it to a smaller metal container.
code 590.004/4-301.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector note: Observed knifes being stored soiled in knife box. Clean and sanitize before storing away.
code 590.004/4-601.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector note: Handsink at lower level blocked with large amount of boxes and crates in front. Remove and keep accessible all the time.
code 590.005/5-205.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector note: Observed roaches in the glue traps at prep area. Provide an IPM report from a Licensed Exterminator. Replace glue traps.
code 590.006/6-501.111-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector note: Plastic containers for bulk food units missing lids at lower level. Provide. Several food items placed on the floor at lower level. Elevate properly.
code 590.003/3-305.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Thawing (C)

Inspector note: Observed several meat packages thawing in stagnat water. Thaw properly.
code 590.003/3-501.13-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector note: Some ot the storage counters at three bay sink soiled. Clean properly. Storage Counters at lower level soiled. Clean properly.
code 590.004/4-602.13-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
(A) and (C) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing (C)

Inspector note: Several boxes with single use articles stored on the floor at lower level. Elevate properly.
code 590.004/4-903.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
(A) (B) and (D) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C)

Inspector note: Observed plastic containers used to dispense food items. Use handled utensils only.
code 590.004/4-903.11-C1* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector note: Grease containers outside very soiled. Clean properly or remove.
code 590.006/6-501.114-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)

Inspector note: Floor at lower level near storage area very soiled . Clean properly.
code 590.006/6-501.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector note: Part of the hood vent with large grease build up. Clean to remove it.
code 590.006/6-501.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

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Compared with Pass on May 21, 2021: 13 findings appeared for the first time.

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