Nirala Sweets & Snacks

December 3, 2010 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeCanvass
failed findings10
critical findings1

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Failed findings

No Evidence Of Rodent Or Insect Infestation, No Birds, Turtles Or Other Animalscritical

Inspector note: Found/Observed rodent droppings(300+) throughout premises, in rear kitchen prep areas, under prep tables, storage shelving, heavy equipment(coolers), rear storage areas on storage shelving, unused equipment, bathroom, front counter shelving.Also found front entrance/exit door not rodent proofed, door had 1/4 inch gap on middle of doors, rear exit door needs adjustment to properly close. Critical violation, citation issued. 7-38-020. Must remove all droppings, wash and sanitize all surfaces, have premises serviced by pest control company and correct all following violations.
code 13Priority
surfaces not properly sanitized

Official wording: Food Protected During Storage, Preparation, Display, Service And Transportation
Inspector note: Mold and slime build-up on interior surfaces of dairy cooler in rear. Must wash, sanitize and maintain equipment. Citation issued, serious violation. 7-38-005a.
code 16
Food And Non-Food Contact Surfaces Properly Designed, Constructed And Maintained

Inspector note: Exposed raw wood on front counter(shelving), rear areas, and by exposed hand sink, shall be repair and sealed to be non-absorbant. Cooking pots too large for 3 compartment sink. Must remove over-sized equipment/utensils from premises.
code 32
food prep surfaces dirty

Official wording: Food And Non-Food Contact Equipment Utensils Clean, Free Of Abrasive Detergents
Inspector note: Found observed cooking equipment, prep tables, cooler shelving, storage shelving with excess grease, food debris accumulation throughout kitchen equipment, needs detailed cleaning (excess food bebris, grease removed, and sanitized).Rear storage shelving not clean need detailed cleaning(crevices), stove need extra detail cleaning(oven), front display cooler door tracks, shelving need detailed cleaning and sanitizing. Front counter shelving and dining room chairs and tables needs cleaning.
code 33
Floors: Constructed Per Code, Cleaned, Good Repair, Coving Installed, Dust-Less Cleaning Methods Used

Inspector note: Floors throughout premises not clean had excess food debris, food particles, grease build up in kitchen prep areas. Floors need throughot cleaning, and sanitizing throughout premises especially under heavy equipment, rear kitchen, and storage areas(corners, and along wallbase). Dead mouse on floor in rear storage area.
code 34
Walls, Ceilings, Attached Equipment Constructed Per Code: Good Repair, Surfaces Clean And Dust-Less Cleaning Methods

Inspector note: Walls in kitchen prep areas need detailed cleaning and sanitizing, peeling paint on walls in kitchen areas ,rear storage areas shall be repair. Repair bent wall splashguard above 3 compartment sink. Clean ceiling/wall vents through-out.
code 35
thermometers missing

Official wording: Lighting: Required Minimum Foot-Candles Of Light Provided, Fixtures Shielded
Inspector note: Missing light shields in prep and service areas, shall be provided, light shields that were missing end caps shall be provided, coolers that had missing,damaged light shields shall be repair/replaced. Some lights not working in rear storage areas, must have working light fixtures.
code 36
pests in the house

Official wording: Ventilation: Rooms And Equipment Vented As Required: Plumbing: Installed And Maintained
Inspector note: Exhaust vents(ventilation) in kitchen prep area, coolers, and bathroom need cleaning. Exhaust canopy not clean, needs detailed cleaning. Repair and maintain plumbing under mop sink. Provide working drain plugs (3) for 3 compartment sink. All cooking equipment must be under ventilation hood.
code 38
Refrigeration And Metal Stem Thermometers Provided And Conspicuous

Inspector note: Coolers missing conspicuously placed thermometers, also no metal stem thermometer. Must provide and maintain thermometers.
code 40
grimy wiping cloths

Official wording: Premises Maintained Free Of Litter, Unnecessary Articles, Cleaning Equipment Properly Stored
Inspector note: Excess debris and clutter in rear storage areas, kitchen areas shall be removed. Stock items must be stored six inches off of floor to prevent pest harborage.
code 41

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