Riverside Confectionary & Deli

-No chlorine test papers were available. , You must obtain these to ensure that you bleach sanitizer solution is at a minimum of 100 ppm concentration. If the concentration of bleach is not at the right level, it will not be effective in killing germs.

-Did not observe any pest control record. The owner indicated that a pest control company had conducted 2 visits but could not recall the dates or the name of the company. , You must provide the invoice or report from the pest control company so we can verify that they have done work at your facility. You must have proper pest control measures in place and regularly monitor for pest activity.

-There were food crumbs, dust and dirt in the following areas: under the coolers, under the freezers, the condiment shelves, on cans of food, the greeting card shelf., -The cabinet underneath the dishwashing sink had stains. , , These areas must be thoroughly cleaned to prevent attracting pests.

-It was indicated that pre-bought muffins and candies were wrapped and bagged at home., , You cannot handle foods, including wrapping, bagging and portioning them at home, as we have no way to monitor this to ensure food safe requirements are being followed. , , The owner agreed to do this in the store only and to use a tray by the 2 compartment sink to do this.

-No chlorine test papers were available. , You must obtain these to ensure that you bleach sanitizer solution is at a minimum of 100 ppm concentration. If the concentration of bleach is not at the right level, it will not be effective in killing germs.

-Did not observe any pest control record. The owner indicated that a pest control company had conducted 2 visits but could not recall the dates or the name of the company. , You must provide the invoice or report from the pest control company so we can verify that they have done work at your facility. You must have proper pest control measures in place and regularly monitor for pest activity. , , The dishwashing sink was no longer dripping.

-There were food crumbs, dust and dirt in the following areas: under the coolers, under the freezers, the condiment shelves, on cans of food, the greeting card shelf., -The cabinet underneath the dishwashing sink had stains. , , These areas must be thoroughly cleaned to prevent attracting pests.

-No sanitizer, such as bleach available., -No appropriate test strips to measure sanitizer concentration was available. , If you wish to continue using equipment such as the cutting board, you must have sanitizer and appropriate test strips available. This is to ensure germs are adequately killed on the equipment. , If you do not obtain these, you must stop handling food, which includes wrapping muffins on the cutting boards.

-Spray bottle with disinfectant was not labeled. Chemicals must be properly labeled.

-Cutting board being used to package low risk foods was not being properly sanitized. , , Food equipment must cleaned in the following manner: , 1) washed with soap and water; , 2) rinsed with clean water; , 3) immersed in a sanitizer solution (ie - 100 ppm concentration chlorine solution that can be made by mixing ½ to one teaspoon bleach for each litre of water), , -Obtain chlorine test strips to ensure concentration of chlorine solution used is at a minimum of 100 ppm.

-In the shelving/storage room by the apartment entry door, there were pre-packaged pop and drinks on the floor. , These must be stored above the floor, such as on the shelves to prevent contamination and allow for easier cleaning.

-There were dead cockroaches observed in the cabinet underneath the dishwashing sink. Some traps were noted here., , -Did not observe any pest control records. , You must have proper pest control measures in place and regularly monitor for activity. Staff indicated a pest control company had conducted a treatment for cockroaches. You must keep records of pest control measures on site, as we will request to review these during inspections. , , -The dishwashing sink was dripping. , This must be repaired as moisture attracts cockroaches.

-Cutting boards and cups were placed in a cabinet underneath the dishwashing sink. The cabinets had stains and dead cockroaches. , , Do not store the cutting boards and cups here as they may become contaminated. Move them to an area where they are protected from contamination., , It was indicated by staff that the cutting board is not used to cut or portion food and is only used as a surface for wrapping muffins.

-There were food crumbs, dust and dirt in the following areas: under the coolers, under the freezers, the condiment shelves, on cans of food, the greeting card shelf., -The cabinet underneath the dishwashing sink had stains. , , These areas must be thoroughly cleaned to prevent attracting pests., , -Boxes of old food were stored in a cardboard box in front of the dishwashing sink., Keep these in tight fitting containers so that they are inaccessible to pests., , -Open bottles and cans of pop and other drinks were stored in the office on the floor. , These must be removed from the facility immediately or kept in tight fitting containers so that they are inaccessible to pests.