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BURNSIDE PIZZERIA LTD.

109 ILSLEY, DARTMOUTH · Food Establishment

8 inspections

  1. Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 19(2)(b) A food establishment must provide all of the following in accordance with applicable legislation or as considered acceptable by the Administrator: (b) adequately designed and appropriately located hand-washing facilities;
      • In accordance with Section 2.14 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must provide at least one hand washing station in each food preparation area. Ensure hand-wash station in kitchen is equipped with both hot and cold running water.
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Mice droppings observed throughout perimeter of kitchen, around mixing bowl and in storage room housing freezers. Strong odour (i.e. mice urine) observed. Ensure droppings and areas affected are cleaned and disinfected.
    • 29(2)(b) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (b) insects, rodents and other pests are controlled;
      • In accordance with Section 4.3.4 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure: a. Pest control devices that are used are designed and located to effectively control the presence of pests in a food premises. b. Insect control devices that are used to electrocute flying insects are located at least 2 metres (6 feet) away from any food handling area. Ensure these devices are equipped with an escape resistant trap, and are emptied and cleaned regularly. c. Insect control devices used that are designed to trap insects by adhesive or devices that may expel the insects or insect fragments are installed so that the dead insects or insect fragments cannot fall onto exposed food or equipment. Ensure insect traps (sticky tapes or similar devices) are changed regularly or when loaded with insects. d. Eradication of uncontrolled pests is carried out by a certified pest control operator utilizing approved chemicals and methods. Ensure additional snap traps set are baited.
  4. Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • Ensure baseboards are installed between walls and floors. Multiple baseboards missing throughout establishment. In accordance with Section 2.4.1 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure floors have coved floor-to-wall joints.
  5. Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • Ensure baseboards are installed between walls and floors. Multiple baseboards missing throughout establishment. In accordance with Section 2.4.1 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure floors have coved floor-to-wall joints.
    • 29(1) An operator of a food establishment must have a maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program in place to control the risk of contamination of food, equipment, utensils and other facilities in the food establishment.
      • Inadequate cleaning and sanitization program at this facility. Develop a detailed written cleaning schedule for the all facilities and equipment in the food premises (daily, weekly, monthly). In accordance with Section 4.2.1 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must demonstrate that a written sanitation program is in place, which: a. Outlines the parameters to be controlled in the food premises to ensure safety of the food product. b. Includes sanitation procedures for equipment, utensils or refrigeration units that impact on food safety, which must specify: i. areas, items of equipment, and utensils to be cleaned; ii. the designated food handler(s) responsible for the cleaning and sanitizing; iii. the chemicals and/or cleaning products (including concentrations) and process to be used; iv. the procedures used; v. the frequency of cleaning and sanitizing; and vi. inspection and monitoring records. c. Documents that the sanitation program is monitored and its effectiveness verified. d. Reflects the level of risk of the food products as determined by the management plan required in Section 3.0 of this Code.
  6. Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 29(1) An operator of a food establishment must have a maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program in place to control the risk of contamination of food, equipment, utensils and other facilities in the food establishment.
      • Inadequate cleaning and sanitization program at this facility. Develop a detailed written cleaning schedule for the all facilities and equipment in the food premises (daily, weekly, monthly). In accordance with Section 4.2.1 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must demonstrate that a written sanitation program is in place, which: a. Outlines the parameters to be controlled in the food premises to ensure safety of the food product. b. Includes sanitation procedures for equipment, utensils or refrigeration units that impact on food safety, which must specify: i. areas, items of equipment, and utensils to be cleaned; ii. the designated food handler(s) responsible for the cleaning and sanitizing; iii. the chemicals and/or cleaning products (including concentrations) and process to be used; iv. the procedures used; v. the frequency of cleaning and sanitizing; and vi. inspection and monitoring records. c. Documents that the sanitation program is monitored and its effectiveness verified. d. Reflects the level of risk of the food products as determined by the management plan required in Section 3.0 of this Code.
    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • Ensure baseboards are installed between walls and floors. Multiple baseboards missing throughout establishment. In accordance with Section 2.4.1 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure floors have coved floor-to-wall joints.
    • 23(1)(b) All equipment and utensils used to process, prepare, store, serve, sell or display food must be designed, constructed, installed and maintained to (b) allow adequate cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance.
      • Clean the grease debris on the filters of the overhead canopy in the cookline area. In accordance with Section 4.1.8 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure a maintenance schedule is present for the exhaust hood ventilation system.
  7. Inspection

    6 infractions

    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • Ensure baseboards are installed between walls and floors. Multiple baseboards missing throughout establishment. In accordance with Section 2.4.1 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure floors have coved floor-to-wall joints.
    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • Pest proofing of the facility is required. Keep back door closed or installed screen door. Install door sweeps in doors with bottom gaps. Seal open wall holes/gaps to prevent pest access and their movement in the facility. The back door was closed during inspection. In accordance with Section 2.3 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure walls and ceilings are kept in good repair. In accordance with Section 2.17 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure exterior openings are protected against the entry of pests.
    • 23(1)(b) All equipment and utensils used to process, prepare, store, serve, sell or display food must be designed, constructed, installed and maintained to (b) allow adequate cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance.
      • Clean the grease debris on the filters of the overhead canopy in the cookline area. In accordance with Section 4.1.8 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure a maintenance schedule is present for the exhaust hood ventilation system.
    • 29(1) An operator of a food establishment must have a maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program in place to control the risk of contamination of food, equipment, utensils and other facilities in the food establishment.
      • Inadequate cleaning and sanitization program at this facility. Develop a detailed written cleaning schedule for the all facilities and equipment in the food premises (daily, weekly, monthly). In accordance with Section 4.2.1 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must demonstrate that a written sanitation program is in place, which: a. Outlines the parameters to be controlled in the food premises to ensure safety of the food product. b. Includes sanitation procedures for equipment, utensils or refrigeration units that impact on food safety, which must specify: i. areas, items of equipment, and utensils to be cleaned; ii. the designated food handler(s) responsible for the cleaning and sanitizing; iii. the chemicals and/or cleaning products (including concentrations) and process to be used; iv. the procedures used; v. the frequency of cleaning and sanitizing; and vi. inspection and monitoring records. c. Documents that the sanitation program is monitored and its effectiveness verified. d. Reflects the level of risk of the food products as determined by the management plan required in Section 3.0 of this Code.
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Facility requires deep and thorough cleaning of the food establishment and all its facilities, and equipment. Walk-in cooler observed with debris build-up on compressor, shelving units, and trays with mold. In accordance with Section 4.2.2 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure non-food contact surfaces of equipment must be cleaned at a frequency that will prevent the accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. In accordance with Section 4.2.3 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must: a. ensure food contact surfaces of cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency that prevents the accumulation of grease deposits and other residues.
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Obvious urine smell observed in the dry storage closet and electrical rooms during inspection. Harborage and nesting materials observed in different area throughout the facility. Rodent droppings were observed all throughout the food establishment. Droppings observed on the dining area, front service area, kitchen, washroom facilities, electrical/storage room, back hallway: on the front counters by service trays, front service areas, dough sheeter, dough mixer machine, canned food products, stainless steel tables, tray carts, bagged food in walk-in cooler, lids of bulk dry foods, chest freezer doors, on food equipment in storage room, in storage areas with open single service utensils, dishware, on the dining floor, dinning chairs and benches, in the overflow utensil closet in the dining area, around/between/under equipment in the establishment, on the floor of electrical room, in the floor in the back hallway, etc. Ensure hard to reach and all areas affected by rodent droppings and urine are properly cleaned and sanitize. In accordance with Section 4.2.2 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure non-food contact surfaces of equipment must be cleaned at a frequency that will prevent the accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. In accordance with Section 4.2.3 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must: a. ensure food contact surfaces of cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency that prevents the accumulation of grease deposits and other residues.
  8. Inspection

    14 infractions

    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Obvious urine smell observed in the dry storage closet and electrical rooms during inspection. Harborage and nesting materials observed in different area throughout the facility. Rodent droppings were observed all throughout the food establishment. Droppings observed on the dining area, front service area, kitchen, washroom facilities, electrical/storage room, back hallway: on the front counters by service trays, front service areas, dough sheeter, dough mixer machine, canned food products, stainless steel tables, tray carts, bagged food in walk-in cooler, lids of bulk dry foods, chest freezer doors, on food equipment in storage room, in storage areas with open single service utensils, dishware, on the dining floor, dinning chairs and benches, in the overflow utensil closet in the dining area, around/between/under equipment in the establishment, on the floor of electrical room, in the floor in the back hallway, etc. Ensure hard to reach and all areas affected by rodent droppings and urine are properly cleaned and sanitize. In accordance with Section 4.2.2 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure non-food contact surfaces of equipment must be cleaned at a frequency that will prevent the accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. In accordance with Section 4.2.3 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must: a. ensure food contact surfaces of cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency that prevents the accumulation of grease deposits and other residues.
    • 29(2)(b) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (b) insects, rodents and other pests are controlled;
      • Live rodents observed during inspection in the following areas: in the dry storage room, behind the dough mixer area, and in the electrical/storage room. Have certified pest control company/operator in the facility for assessment and treatment immediately. Truly Nolen monitoring facility bi-weekly, but no records available on site. Increase pest control service to weekly service for the next three months and provide proof of service increase as well as pest control reports to you local Public Health Inspector. Pest control records must be kept on site for review during inspections. In accordance with Section 4.3.4 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure: a. Pest control devices that are used are designed and located to effectively control the presence of pests in a food premises. b. Insect control devices that are used to electrocute flying insects are located at least 2 metres (6 feet) away from any food handling area. Ensure these devices are equipped with an escape resistant trap, and are emptied and cleaned regularly. c. Insect control devices used that are designed to trap insects by adhesive or devices that may expel the insects or insect fragments are installed so that the dead insects or insect fragments cannot fall onto exposed food or equipment. Ensure insect traps (sticky tapes or similar devices) are changed regularly or when loaded with insects. d. Eradication of uncontrolled pests is carried out by a certified pest control operator utilizing approved chemicals and methods.
    • 19(1)(c) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following:  (c) that the surfaces and materials are durable, non-toxic and are easy to maintain, clean and sanitize;
      • Seal the rusty bottom shelves of stainless steel carts with materials that are smooth, non-porous, and easy to clean.
    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • Address all issues identified by certified pest control company/operator to prevent rodents access to the facility.
    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • Ensure baseboards are installed between walls and floors. Multiple baseboards missing throughout establishment. In accordance with Section 2.4.1 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure floors have coved floor-to-wall joints.
    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • Pest proofing of the facility is required. Keep back door closed or installed screen door. Install door sweeps in doors with bottom gaps. Seal open wall holes/gaps to prevent pest access and their movement in the facility. The back door was closed during inspection. In accordance with Section 2.3 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure walls and ceilings are kept in good repair. In accordance with Section 2.17 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure exterior openings are protected against the entry of pests.
    • 19(2)(b) A food establishment must provide all of the following in accordance with applicable legislation or as considered acceptable by the Administrator: (b) adequately designed and appropriately located hand-washing facilities;
      • Kitchen handwashing sink access blocked, no paper towel, no paper towel dispenser, and no water at the faucet at the time of inspection. Provide handwashing station with hot/cold running potable water and soap and paper towel in dispensers. Paper towel must be kept sanitary and single use. Ensure to keep the hand hygiene sink available and accessible to food handlers at all times during operation. Items blocking the sink were made removed during inspection. In accordance with Section 2.14 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must provide at least one hand washing station in each food preparation area.
    • 19(2)(b) A food establishment must provide all of the following in accordance with applicable legislation or as considered acceptable by the Administrator: (b) adequately designed and appropriately located hand-washing facilities;
      • No paper towel in the men's washroom and paper towel not in dispenser in the female's washroom. Provide paper towel in dispensers in public washrooms. In accordance with Section 2.15 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must equip toilet rooms for staff and the public with hand washing stations.
    • 23(1)(b) All equipment and utensils used to process, prepare, store, serve, sell or display food must be designed, constructed, installed and maintained to (b) allow adequate cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance.
      • Clean the grease debris on the filters of the overhead canopy in the cookline area. In accordance with Section 4.1.8 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure a maintenance schedule is present for the exhaust hood ventilation system.
    • 23(1)(b) All equipment and utensils used to process, prepare, store, serve, sell or display food must be designed, constructed, installed and maintained to (b) allow adequate cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance.
      • Repair / replace the prep cooler door in disrepair (broken top door) located by dishwashing sinks. In accordance with Section 4.1 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure all equipment is maintained and functional for its intended use.
    • 23(1)(b) All equipment and utensils used to process, prepare, store, serve, sell or display food must be designed, constructed, installed and maintained to (b) allow adequate cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance.
      • The water faucet/knobs at the kitchen hand sink is in disrepair. Knobs are not working to open/close water so the water valves are kept shut off. Repair / replace faucet / knobs to ensure water access at the handwashing sink without having to handle the water valves under the sink. Water must be available at the faucet. In accordance with Section 4.1 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure all equipment is maintained and functional for its intended use.
    • 28(1) An operator must successfully complete a food hygiene training program and provide proof of this to the Administrator upon request.
      • No proof of food hygiene training certification available at the time of inspection. One person per shift is required with valid food hygiene training. In accordance with Section 6.3.3 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must provide verification of completion of a valid, recognized food hygiene course to the Department.
    • 29(1) An operator of a food establishment must have a maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program in place to control the risk of contamination of food, equipment, utensils and other facilities in the food establishment.
      • Inadequate cleaning and sanitization program at this facility. Develop a detailed written cleaning schedule for the all facilities and equipment in the food premises (daily, weekly, monthly). In accordance with Section 4.2.1 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must demonstrate that a written sanitation program is in place, which: a. Outlines the parameters to be controlled in the food premises to ensure safety of the food product. b. Includes sanitation procedures for equipment, utensils or refrigeration units that impact on food safety, which must specify: i. areas, items of equipment, and utensils to be cleaned; ii. the designated food handler(s) responsible for the cleaning and sanitizing; iii. the chemicals and/or cleaning products (including concentrations) and process to be used; iv. the procedures used; v. the frequency of cleaning and sanitizing; and vi. inspection and monitoring records. c. Documents that the sanitation program is monitored and its effectiveness verified. d. Reflects the level of risk of the food products as determined by the management plan required in Section 3.0 of this Code.
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Facility requires deep and thorough cleaning of the food establishment and all its facilities, and equipment. Walk-in cooler observed with debris build-up on compressor, shelving units, and trays with mold. In accordance with Section 4.2.2 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure non-food contact surfaces of equipment must be cleaned at a frequency that will prevent the accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. In accordance with Section 4.2.3 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must: a. ensure food contact surfaces of cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency that prevents the accumulation of grease deposits and other residues.