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Alix Food Town - Food Store

4915 50 Street Alix AB T0C 0B0 · Food - General

6 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Following concerns were noted about storage of food items.1) Multiple food items in closed packaging were stored either with non-food items, personal use stuff or with visible renovation dust. VIOLATION ADDRESSED.2) Walk-in freezer was completely stocked with food item leaving no space for accessing shelves. VIOLATION STILL PENDING-Organize the walk-in freezer to allow access to shelves for proper stock rotation.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Food counter used for bakery products was showing the signs of disrepair.Make sure to replace the counter surface with smooth, durable and easily cleanable material to allow safe and sanitary handling of food.
  2. Monitoring Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Following concerns were noted about storage of food items.1) Multiple food items in closed packaging were stored either with non-food items, personal use stuff or with visible renovation dust.2) Walk-in freezer was completely stocked with food item leaving no space for accessing shelves.- Make sure to store all the food items away from areas going on active renovations.-Organize the walk-in freezer to allow access to shelves for proper stock rotation.-All personal use items including personal use utensils, equipment and items not related to operations of business to be removed from the facility or stored in a separate easily identifiable space.
    • 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • Dishwashing sink was completely blocked by the renovation material.Discussed the cleaning and sanitization of utensils used in baking and repackaging of food items.(Dishwashing was observed in handwashing sink).Operator was asked to stop all the food handling and preparation including re-packaging until the renovations are complete.only pre-packaged grocery item and whole produce can be sold.Operator agreed to PHI instructions.
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • The dishwashing drying rack with multiple dishes was observed near the handwashing area.Remove the dishwashing supplies and dishes from handwashing sink.Handwashing sink should always be available, accessible and stocked with handwashing supplies, to ensure proper hand hygiene.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • Make sure to deep clean and organize the facility after the renovations are complete.
  3. Monitoring Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • REPEAT VIOLATION: No test strips were available on-site. Please ensure to have test strips in order to measure the concentration of the sanitizer (i.e., bleach 100ppm).
  5. Risk Management Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Jan. 25, 2024 - Staff stated test strip was ordered and waiting for its arrival. No test strips were available on-site. Please ensure to have test strips in order to measure the concentration of the sanitizer (i.e., bleach 100ppm).
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • Jan. 25, 2024 - Ice build up still remains in the walk-in-freezer. Staff stated it is scheduled to be clean. Ice build up was observed in the walk-in the freezer. Please ensure to clean to prevent further accumulation.CORRECTED - Dust build was clean and in sanitary condition.Dust build up was observed right above the baking area. Please ensure to clean and sanitize to prevent further accumulation.
  6. Monitoring Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • Observed food being stored on the floor. Please ensure no food is kept directly on the floor to prevent potential contamination. This infraction was fixed at the time of the inspection.
    • 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • No test strips were available on-site. Please ensure to have test strips in order to measure the concentration of the sanitizer (i.e., bleach 100ppm).
    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • Back door is not sealed properly. Please ensure all the entrances are secured to prevent potential pest entry.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • Dust build up was observed right above the baking area. Please ensure to clean and sanitize to prevent further accumulation.Ice build up was observed in the walk-in the freezer. Please ensure to clean to prevent further accumulation.