Mario's Tacos Corporation

November 8, 2013 · Fail
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  • official resultFail
  • resultFail
  • inspection typeCanvass
  • failed findings6
  • critical findings0

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Failed findings

  • toxic items stored near food
    Official wording: No Evidence Of Rodent Or Insect Outer Openings Protected/Rodent Proofed, A Written Log Shall Be Maintained Available To The Inspectors
    Inspector note: Rear exit door not rodent proof, appox: 1/4" mode of entry at corners must pest proof to prevent pest entry,need a map locator where the chemicals are or rodent boxes are placed. Serious violation 7-38-020.
    code 18
  • Food And Non-Food Contact Surfaces Properly Designed, Constructed And Maintained
    Inspector note: PROVIDE A SPLASHGUARD AT THE KITCHEN EXPOSED HANDSINK,PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR STORING MEATS IN THE FREEZERS. PROVIDE A BARRIER OR SWINGING DOOR AT THE ENTRY AREA TO FOOD SERVICE.
    code 32
  • food prep surfaces dirty
    Official wording: Food And Non-Food Contact Equipment Utensils Clean, Free Of Abrasive Detergents
    Inspector note: Interior of deep fryer,hood/filters above hot cooking equipments require a detail cleaning.
    code 33
  • thermometers missing
    Official wording: Lighting: Required Minimum Foot-Candles Of Light Provided, Fixtures Shielded
    Inspector note: Replace burnt-out light bulb and provide shield above the cooking equipment.Clean and sanitize interiors of light shields throughout the food prep areas.
    code 36
  • pests in the house
    Official wording: Ventilation: Rooms And Equipment Vented As Required: Plumbing: Installed And Maintained
    Inspector note: Bathroom vent is not working,backflow prevention device for ice machine is needed,provide 3 sink stoppers for the 3 compartment sink.
    code 38
  • Appropriate Method Of Handling Of Food (Ice) Hair Restraints And Clean Apparel Worn
    Inspector note: Employee in food service area needs hair restraints.
    code 42

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on January 3, 2013: 6 findings appeared for the first time.

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