O2's Tap House & Grill

Observed multiple wet, used cleaning cloths mounted on countertops. Corrected during inspection. PHI directed food handler to remove the cloths from and sanitize the countertops., , Action Required:, Ensure cleaning cloths are stored in approved sanitizers (100ppm Bleach or 200ppm QUATs, or 12.5-25ppm Iodine) when not in use to prevent contamination of food contact surfaces and to facilitate effective cleaning and sanitizing procedures.

QUAT test strips were not readily available onsite at the time of inspecction., , Action Required:, Please have in place valid QUAT test strips to verify the strength of your QUAT sanitizer and email PHI photo evidence of proof of purchase or test strips onsite by December 27, 2025

1. Back door had a gap between the door and doorframe. This was also documented on the most recent pest control report, and a work order was already in place. , , Action Required:, Repair or replace door weatherstripping by January 22, 2026, to close the gap between the door and the doorframe to prevent entry of pests., , 2. Pest control records were not available onsite at the time of inspection. , , Action Required:, Please have in place an effective pest control program and conduct pest monitoring activities on a monthly basis to prevent conditions that may promote harborage of pests. Also keep the three most recent months' pest control reports onsite, when in operation. Email PHI a copy of your November/ December pest control reports by January 8, 2025., , Resource:, AHS Pest Control Checklist emailed with inspection report., -https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/assets/wf/eph/wf-eh-pest-control-checklist.pdf, , 3. No evidence of pest activity noted onsite at the time of inspection.

1. Exterior surface of the bulk salt container had accumulated food debris. , , Action Required:, Thoroughly clean and sanitize affected containers immediately and email PHI photo evidence before the end of the day. Ensure all utensils, food equipment and food contact surfaces are maintained in a clean condition to facilitate sanitary food handling and to prevent conditions that may promote harborage of pests., , 2. Observed plastic bowls being used as scoops and stored in direct contact with rice, inside two clear, bulk containers. Corrected during inspection. PHI directed food handler to remove the plastic bowls from the rice containers and allowed the rice to be put back into use as there was no visible evidence of contamination., , Observed a scoop stored in a bulk salt container with its handle in direct contact with the salt. Corrected during inspection. PHI directed food handler to remove the scoop from the salt container and allowed the salt to be put back into use as there was no visible evidence of contamination., , Action Required:, Do not re-use single-use, disposable utensils. Do not use bowls as scoops and do not store scoops in bulk food containers in direct contact with food to reduce the risk of cross contamination.

2024-10-07, A large black fly was observed in the kitchen at the time of inspection (minor activity). , , ACTION REQUIRED: consult with your pest control provider if fly activity persists. , ______________________, 2023-05-05, -There were small flies observed in the facility, especially around the dishwashing area., , To prevent flies from quickly multiplying, detailed cleaning must be conducted in the whole facility, especially in hard to reach areas and more frequently., , For example, in dishwashing area where the flies were observed, some areas to focus on for cleaning include - the underside of the dishwasher, the underside of the stainless steel shelves in the dishwashing area, the floor drains, the top and underside of the floor drain caps (remove the drain caps to scrub both sides). Disinfect and thoroughly scrub the inside of the floor drains to kill off flies and eggs that may be inside. , , Keep areas as dry as possible as well. , , Detailed cleaning and keeping the facility dry will also help to prevent other pests such as mice and cockroaches, among other control measures.

Food handling permit posted on public display was expired (Sept 30/24). , , ACTION REQUIRED: print & post the current permit.

-There were some tiles underneath the pizza oven that had fallen off the wall. , , Have these reattached to allow for easier cleaning and attraction of pests.

Several of the deep fryer baskets were separating along the edges & in poor repair. , , ACTION REQUIRED: repair &/or replace broken equipment.

-The bottom of the prep cooler closest to the pizza oven was detached. , , Have this repaired to ensure the cooler functions properly, to allow for easier cleaning and to prevent attraction of pests.

The following sanitation concerns were observed:, -Mold growth on the shelving & paper labels in the walk-in cooler, -Dirt build-up on some of the storage containers/bus pans in the walk-in cooler, -Significant discoloration/build-up on the exterior of the nacho chip bin, -Dust, grease, & debris build-up on and around the dishwashing area, -Grime build-up on high touch areas in the cookline (handles & surfaces behind the handles), -Dirt & residue around the glasswasher in the bar, , ACTION REQUIRED: deep, thorough clean with a focus on the above noted areas

The lower wall and floor behind and underneath the cooking line, had a build up of grease. , , Conduct a detailed and thorough clean in this area to prevent fire and attraction of pests. ,

There was a build up of food, grease and dust in the following areas:, -Food bins, such as the ones containing nacho chips had a thick yellow build up., -There was a build up of dust and grease as well as stained cardboard placed on the condensor units beside the prep coolers. , -There was a build up of grease and food on the covers for the prep cooler top inserts. , -Seasoning container had a build up of food and grease. , -Rolling cart had a build up of food and grease. , -There was a build up of hard black grease underneath shelves, around posts, underneath coolers and cooking equipment, underneath the dishwasher, around the dishwasher floor drains, around the grease trap floor cover and in most hard to reach areas of the facility. , -The garbage bins had a build up of food and grease., -The ventilation duct above the pizza oven had a build up of dust. , -Walls above the counters had stains., -Floor in front of the walk in cooler and beside gas canisters had a build up of dirt. , -Meat slicer had a build up of debris in hard to reach areas such as crevices., -There was a build up of food underneath the motor of the large stand mixer. , , All of the above areas must be thoroughly cleaned in detail to prevent attraction of pests and contamination of food. , , Develop a cleaning checklist to ensure staff are cleaning all areas of the facility on a regular basis and do not miss certain places that are easily overlooked, such as hard to reach areas.