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1. The concentration of chlorine sanitizer solution in a bucket at the back preparation area was measured at 0 ppm., , - Operator replaced the sanitizing solution and tested at 200 ppm., , Ensure to change the solution at adequate intervals and verify the concentration of the sanitizer at 100 ppm with test strips. Low or no concentration of sanitizing solutions are ineffective in killing microorganisms., , 2. The concentration of chlorine sanitizing solution in a spray bottle at the front food preparation area exceeded 1000 ppm., , - Operator instructed to dilute the concentrated solution to the required level of 100 ppm., , Ensure to maintain a chlorine concentration of 100 ppm, as very high concentrations are not food safe. Mix 1/2 teaspoon of unscented household bleach per liter of water. Verify the solution using chlorine sanitizer test strips., , 3. Dirty cleaning cloths were observed on food-contact surfaces with no sanitizer residue detected in them/in sanitizing solution., , - Operator discarded and replaced with new cleaning cloths., , Ensure to only use clean cloths and place in buckets of sanitizer solution at the correct concentration between use to prevent the growth and spread of bacteria or have adequate sanitizing solution residue in them at all times during food processing to kill harmful microbes. Sanitizers should be changed every 2 hours or when visibly dirty.

Two bowls containing tapioca pearls in the front preparation area were observed at room temperature for longer than 4 hours. Temperatures were measured at 26.0 and 27.3 degrees Celsius., , - Operator discarded food items., , Ensure to store at 4 degrees Celsius or less or 60 degrees Celsius or greater. Alternatively, provide a time tracking method to ensure that pearls do not sit at room temperature for more than 2-4 hours to prevent bacteria growth.

No food permit was posted., , - Ensure to always have a valid permit displayed so patrons can easily see it.

1. A bowl containing syrup was observed beside the handwashing sink at the front preparation area., , - Operator was instructed to remove and relocate the bowl., , Ensure that food items are stored in such a manner that they are protected from contamination during handwashing or install a splash guard., , 2. Utensil (whisk) was observed to be stored in a container of room temperature water , measured at 23.3 degrees Celsius on a food preparation table at the back., , - Operator changed and placed utensil in ice., , Ensure utensils are stored between uses in hot (60°C or greater)/ice water (4°C or less) or in sanitizing solution at the required concentration., , 3. Personal items such as phone and a bottle of water belonging to staff were observed placed on a food preparation table at the back., , - Please designate a specific area/shelf for personal belongings and refrain from placing on food contact surfaces.

, Caulking was missing at the wall to the left of the food preparation sink., , Caulk/fill the gap at the wall to prevent water from running down the wall.

- A corrugated plastic panel has been installed on the wall adjacent to the food preparation sink as an alternative to caulking., *Corrugated plastic is not an approved material for use as a non-absorbent, easily cleanable, and smooth surface due to concerns regarding hygiene, durability, water absorption, and structural integrity., **Please ensure to use approved materials.

An ice machine in the back preparation area had a missing cover, thus exposing ice to potential contamination., , - Ensure to replace the cover so the food item (ice) is not contaminated.

October 18, 2024: Moldy splash guard needed to be clean regularly or install a permanent splash guard., , August 1, 2023:, , - Mouldy splash guard has been cleaned. Operator plans to have a permanent splash guard installed at this sink., , July 18, 2023:, , A temporary splash guard had been placed to the left of the two compartment sink to help prevent splashing water from contaminating equipment beside. The splash guard was mouldy., , Install a proper (permanent) splash guard.