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Blend Bubble Tea

A - 3266 Coast Meridian Rd, Port Coquitlam · Restaurant

12 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: -Rodent droppings present in dry storage area under shelving/hard to reach areas
      • Corrective Action(s): -Properly clean and sanitize droppings, and clean dry storage/hard to reach areas regularly. Do not sweep or vaccum droppings. Sanitize droppings using 1 capful of bleach per litre of water, then wipe. Appropriate safety equipment such as n95 mask and gloves etc should be worn. Worksafe BC has information on their website for safe cleaning up of rodent issues. Given the pest control company had no activity noted in traps on recent visit, these droppings could be old. Regular cleaning helps the pest control company identify areas where rodents might be. Before opening each day, ensure food contact surfaces area sanitized. Date to be corrected: Today
      • Violation Score: 9
  2. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No bleach present to sanitize dishware
      • Corrective Action(s): Manager purchased bleach during inspection
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Scoop for ice machine is sitting int he ice machine with the handle touching the ice
      • Corrective Action(s): Remove the scoop and place it in a separate container
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent droppings observed udnerneath the dry food storage rack and in the cabinets under the coffee machine
      • Corrective Action(s): Remove the droppings by performing a deep clean and clean these areas with a bleach solution
      • Correct by: immediately
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Large hole found in the drywall next to the handwashing station
      • Corrective Action(s): Repair the hole to prevent pest infestations
      • Correct by: two weeks
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Grease and food debris accumulating under equipment, grease buildup on the ventilation hood filters
      • Corrective Action(s): Perform a deep clean of hte kitchen and celan the filters in the ventilation hood
      • Correct by: Thursday
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Faucet for handwashing sink is still loose and difficult to operate (turn on/off)
      • Corrective Action(s): A correction order has been issued; have the faucet repaired immediately
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 501 - Operator does not have FOODSAFE Level 1 or Equivalent [s. 10(1)]
      • Observation: Manager on duty does not have FOODSAFE and is the only person on shift during time of inspection
      • Corrective Action(s): Obtain FOODSAFE Level 1 certification
      • Correct by: 1 week
      • Violation Score: 1
  4. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: 1) Oil and grease/debris buildup in corner of flooring in deep frying area. Oil grease buildup throughout this area (from the vents to the equipment)
      • 2) Leaking water underneath the 3 compartment sink has turned into grime and is becoming moldy.
      • 3) Spills/debris observed in main prep areas behind/in between equipment.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean all above mentioned areas thoroughly. Deep clean is needed.
      • Correct by: Today and ongoing.
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: 1) 3 compartment sink is leaking, as shown by manager on site during inspection. This is causing water to pool underneath
      • 2) Handwash sink (2 compartment) faucet handle has become detached and is very loose/difficult to handle and turn on and off.
      • Corrective Action(s): Repair leak and handwash station handle.
      • Correct by: 1 week
      • Violation Score: 9
  5. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No chlorine residual (no detectable bleach) in bleach solution in spray bottle used for surfaces
      • Corrective Action(s): Staff remade solution to achieve 100 ppm chlorine residual (1/2 bleach per one liter of water in spray bottle)
      • Ensure this is always available to disinfect all food surfaces.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent dropings observed in the following areas:
      • -under the counter in the front cashier area
      • -By the back door along the walls
      • -Inside the kitchen beside the upright cooler
      • Showed this to staff. There is also small black debris/dirt that were not rodent droppings, but can contribute to unsanitary conditions.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Remove all droppings and sanitize areas
      • 2) Obtain pest control visit
      • 3) Send copy of pest control report to district EHO (business card provided)
      • Correct by: immediately
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 312 - Items not required for food premises operation being stored on the premises [s. 18]
      • Observation: Large prep cooler is not functional /not in use
      • Corrective Action(s): Either remove the item or repair it to make it functional. With rodent concerns, kitchen should remove any large items that are not necessary to operation.
      • Correct by: 1 month
      • Violation Score: 1
  7. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent droppings observed at:
      • -Underneath counter in front area in wooden compartment
      • -Underneath 3 compartment sink
      • -In back room dry storage area by the large stacked boxes
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Remove droppings
      • 2) sanitizer areas with bleach
      • 3) Contact pest control
      • 4) Provide copy of pest control's last visit
      • Correct by: Today
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Food debris observed underneath various equipment, shelves, along walls, etc.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure to clean the kitchen thoroughly and not just in the main walkway areas. Areas between fridges/freezers, behind boxes, etc should be cleaned as this is where food debris is collecting
      • Correct by: today
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Prep cooler in back room area was at 9 deg C.
      • Corrective Action(s): Move all potentially hazardous food items to a working cooler and either adjust or repair cooler such that it can maintain an internal temperature of 4 deg C or less at all times.
      • Correct by; Today
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
      • Observation: No staff on site with valid FOODSAFE. This is a repeat violation.
      • Corrective Action(s): As discussed with owner over phone, there must be at least one staff on site at all times with valid FOODSAFE. Failure to do so may result in enforcement action occurring.
      • Violation Score: 1
  9. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1) Sanitizer in 3rd compartment at 3 comp sink had <50 ppm QUATS residual (almost zero).
      • 2) No surface sanitizer available in kitchen or in food prep areas.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Operator remade solution in the 3 comp sink with Quat solution and achieved 200 ppm QUAT residual. As discussed, obtain test strips.
      • 2) Operator moved bleach water sanitizer from washroom (which needs to be remade as it is at >200 ppm Chlorine residual and is bleaching out test strip). Ensure that this solution is at 100 ppm chlorine residual at all times (1/2 teaspoon bleach per 1 liter of water).
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Two compartment sink is being used as equipment rinse sink and handwash sink, but there were utensils/blender items in both compartments (ie. no dedicated handwashing sink)
      • Corrective Action(s): As discussed with operator, there must be one dedicated handwashing station available, unobstructed (not filled with food equipment) and accessible at all times. Operator removed equipment from one of the sinks.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent droppings observed by back entrance in corners and underneath/around boxes.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Remove droppings and sanitize all areas
      • 2) Premises recently had pest control visit. Copy of report forwarded to district EHO. Pest control company to visit again in 2 weeks. If droppings are seen in any of the food prep/kitchen areas, you will need to obtain pest control services immediately.
      • Correct by: immediately
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
      • Observation: Operator on site does not have FOODSAFE. The other owner/operator (who has FOODSAFE) was not present.
      • Corrective Action(s): Obtain FOODSAFE level 1 immediately or ensure that the other operator (who is FOODSAFE certified) is also on site at all times. This is required under the Food Premises Regulation.
      • Correct by: 2 weeks
      • Violation Score: 1
  10. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Small amount of mould/mildew observed inside ice machine. Mould and mildew can contaminate ice, which is a food.
      • Date to be corrected by: Corrected during inspection
      • Correction: Operator immediately cleaned the mould/mildew off. Must clean inside of ice machine with a clean cloth and sanitizer every 2 weeks to prevent growth of mould or mildew.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score:
    • 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
      • Observation: QUATS solutions was in a unlabelled sprayer bottle. Detergent was in an unlabelled sprayer bottle. Detergent was in an unlabelled sprayer bottle. Unlabelled bottles may cause accidental contamination of foods.
      • Date to be corrected by: Immediately
      • Correction: Label all bottles containing chemicals
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score:
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: The laminate floor is becoming very worn out, with a hole obvious in the flooring. Damaged floors do not permit easy cleaning and are therefore not acceptable. (Staff areas).
      • Date to be corrected by: Feb 31, 2018
      • Correction: Fix/replace the floors by date specified.
      • Corrective Action(s):
  12. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions