Butchers Block BBQ
4091 Hastings St, Burnaby · Restaurant
16 inspections
- Routine Inspection
2 infractions
- 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
- Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Handwashing sink available in the back prep room was being used for warewashing at the time of the inspection. Sink was drained to be utilized for handwashing purposes only.
- Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have this particular sink used for handwashing purposes only as discussed at this time.
- Violation Score: 5
- 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
- Observation: Rodent droppings were observed on floor of the front prep area. Professional pest control company contracted. Traps in place. Food storage practice satisfactory.
- Corrective Action(s): Remove all droppings and sanitize the affected areas using 1000ppm bleach (1:50) on a daily basis.
- Violation Score: 3
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
- Observation: Floors of the front/back prep areas require more frequent cleaning.
- Major cleaning for the back prep area was taking place at the time of the inspection.
- Corrective Action(s): Remove all droppings and grease build-up from floors/equipment surfaces on a daily basis.
- Clean the floor behind chest freezer at the back.
- Violation Score: 3
- 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
- Follow-Up Inspection
0 infractions
- Routine Inspection
1 infraction
- 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
- Observation: Rodent droppings were observed on floor by the back prep table and the front handwashing sink. Areas shown to the staff at this time.
- Corrective Action(s): Ensure all droppings are removed and affected areas are sanitized BEFORE initiating any food pre in the morning.
- Violation Score: 3
- 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
- Observation: Accumulation of oil/grease build-up observed on equipment surfaces and floors underneath. Areas shown to the staff at this time.
- Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have surfaces cleaned/sanitized on a more regular basis.
- Violation Score: 3
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
- Observation: Rodent droppings were observed on floors. Refer to Code 304. Floors must be cleaned on a daily basis. This is a repeat violation. Correction Order issued at this time.
- Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have all floors cleaned. Failure to comply with the issued Order will result in further enforcement action (i.e. issuance of violation tickets).
- Violation Score: 9
- 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
- Observation: Undercounter shelf at the back prep area requires resurfacing/replacement.
- Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have the surface repainted/resurfaced/replaced as discussed at this time.
- Violation Score: 3
- 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
- Follow-Up Inspection
0 infractions
- Routine Inspection
2 infractions
- 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
- Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Handwashing station at front and back prep area were missing liquid hand soap. Operator was advised to purchase hand pump soap at the time of the inspection.
- Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have all handwashing stations adequately supplied with liquid soap, paper towels and hot/cold running water at all times. If the facility is out of the liquid soap to fill the dispenser, an alternative method must have been considered by the operator- liquid pump soap.
- Violation Score: 15
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
- Observation: Rice scoop stored directly above the rice cooker.
- Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have the scoop stored in a sanitized container and wash through the dishwasher every 2 hours.
- Violation Score: 3
- 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
- Observation: Rodent droppings were observed on floor of the back storage area, dishwashing area and in the corner below the front handwashing station.
- Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have all droppings removed and sanitize the affected areas. Do this every morning and sanitize food prep surfaces prior to initiating any food prep for the day.
- Violation Score: 3
- 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
- Observation: Accumulation of food debris, grease build-up observed on floors throughout the facility.
- Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have all mentioned areas cleaned as discussed at this time.
- Violation Score: 3
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
- Observation: The following areas require better cleaning:
- - floors throughout, including front kitchen and the back storage
- - ceiling above the dishwashing area
- - storage unit below the rice cooker
- Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have all mentioned areas cleaned. Remove droppings and have affected areas sanitize on a daily basis.
- Violation Score: 3
- 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
- Routine Inspection
1 infraction
- 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
- Observation: Rodent droppings were observed on floors from the following areas:
- - back storage room
- - front storage room
- Traps in place. Professional pest control company contracted for a biweekly visit. Food stored in pest proof containers.
- Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have all droppings removed and affected areas sanitized on a daily basis.
- Violation Score: 3
- 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
- Observation: Grease/oil build-up observed on equipment surface and floors of the front cooking area.
- Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have the above cleaned and sanitized on a daily basis to avoid providing food source for pests.
- Violation Score: 3
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
- Observation: Following areas require attention:
- - Sides of and floors underneath large cooking equipment at the front
- - Floor behind the chest freezer at the back
- Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have the above areas cleaned on a more regular basis.
- Violation Score: 3
- 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
- Observation: A small section of wall behind/under dishwashing sink requires a replacement. Operator had already arranged the repair to be done this week.
- Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have all holes/gaps monitored and properly sealed.
- Violation Score: 3
- 315 - Refrigeration units and hot holding equipment lack accurate thermometers [s. 19(2)]
- Observation: A properly functioning thermometer is required for the large meat warmer in kitchen.
- Corrective Action(s): Ensure to obtain a thermometer for the unit as discussed at this time.
- Violation Score: 1
- 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
- Follow-Up Inspection
0 infractions
- Routine Inspection
1 infraction
- 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
- Observation: Significant amount of rodent droppings are observed in the facility, mostly in the storage room, where the chest freezers are stored in the back, and the front counter near the beverage cooler.
- Corrective Action(s): Remove droppings. All of the shelves in the storage room must be emptied and pulled away from the walls to facilitate cleaning. The beverage cooler needs to be pulled out from the wall to access behind.
- Inspect any food related items that are stored near these areas for rodent activity (chew marks, chewed insulation material, broken packaging). Food related items that have come in contact with droppings must be discarded.
- Facility must receive another visit by pest control to verify potential entry points in the storage room.
- Date to be corrected by: August 29, 2024.
- Violation Score: 9
- 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
- Observation: Along the bottom of the wall in the storage room, there is one section with exposed insulation material that has been visibly chewed. Another section in the corner of the room has a gap in the wall where 2 pipes are coming out from, also surrounded by chewed insulation material.
- Air gaps noted at the bottom of the front door where the floor is sloped and uneven.
- Corrective Action(s): Remove insulation material. Seal the bottom part of the wall with material that would cover the floor-to-wall junction.
- Consider a door sweep for the front door as the floor is uneven.
- Date to be corrected by: August 29, 2024.
- Violation Score: 3
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
- Observation: Deep cleaning is required for the facility - with focus on the equipment in the front of the house and the smoker/prep area in the back of the house. There is a significant amount of food debris and grime as a result of in-house meat smoking.
- Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize the premises on a more regular basis. Facility currently has cleaners come in once a week for "general cleaning" under the cook line and under the smoker. This will need to increase to twice a week.
- All equipment that is stored underneath the back prep table must be pulled from the walls to facilitate cleaning.
- Date to be corrected by: August 29, 2024
- Violation Score: 15
- 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
- Follow-Up Inspection
0 infractions
- Follow-Up Inspection
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
- Observation: Droppings observed in the employees only storage room - between all stored items, especially underneath the 2 storage racks directly facing the door.
- Corrective Action(s): Remove all droppings. Frequent removal of droppings will help to determine if activity is new or if these are old droppings.
- Date to be corrected by: March 26, 2024.
- Violation Score: 9
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
- Routine Inspection
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
- Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Low temperature dishwasher had 0ppm chlorine residual for sanitizing at the start of inspection. One spray bottle for back of the house had only 50ppm QUATS.
- Corrective Action(s): Staff primed the dishwasher at time of inspection, next run had 50ppm chlorine residual.
- Spray bottle refilled. Sanitizers should be refilled daily, use test strips to verify concentrations.
- Violation Score: 5
- 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
- Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Handwash station across from the smoker had a cutting board and knife in the basin at the start of inspection. Staff informed that this sink is a handwash sink.
- Corrective Action(s): Discussed with staff: all handwash stations must be used for handwashing only. Use the 2 compartment warewashing sink for storing used cutting boards and knives to clean.
- Violation Score: 5
- 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
- Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Backdoor was propped open at the start of inspection for ventilation purposes.
- Corrective Action(s): Staff closed the door during the inspection.
- > Keep the backdoor closed as much as possible.
- > Install a screen door to allow ventilation and protect from pest entry when using the smoker.
- Update the EHO with plans/timeline for installing screendoor.
- Violation Score: 3
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
- Observation: Cleaning is required in the following areas:
- > Cook line - grease and food debris accumulation in between and under the cooking equipment/coolers
- > Employees only room - rodent droppings
- > Storage area by back door - rodent droppings along the wall
- > Smoker area - food debris under the smoker around the legs, and heavy grime build up on the ventilation fan directly above the smoker
- Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize the premises as per your sanitation plan. Heavily soiled areas must be addressed more frequently.
- > Significant grease and smoke accumulation on the walls/ceiling can become a fire hazard if left unaddressed.
- Date to be corrected by: 2 weeks.
- Violation Score: 9
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
- Routine Inspection
1 infraction
- 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
- Observation: - Hole present in wall in storage room (around capped plumbing) which may allow for pest entrance.
- Corrective Action(s): - Cover hole to prevent pest entrance. Use pest proof materials - steel wool or steel mesh. To be corrected by: 10-Aug-2023
- Violation Score: 3
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
- Observation: - Ceiling in back area was very discoloured.
- - Dust present on exhaust vent above dishwashing area
- - Grime noted at edge of flooring in front food service area
- Corrective Action(s): - Clean the above noted areas. Ensure cleanining schedule is adhered to and detail of cleaning is sufficient to ensure these areas are maintained in sanitary condition. To be corrected by: 10-Aug-2023
- Violation Score: 3
- 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
- Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): - 2 chemical containers (RV Fresh) noted to be stored on shelf above where food is store.
- Note: Containers were sealed and food beneath was packaged.
- Corrective Action(s): - Store chemicals in desginated area away from food storage areas.
- Violation Score: 3
- 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
- Routine Inspection
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
- Observation:
- - Rodent droppings observed in the following areas: kitchen floor, storage room.
- - Webs & dusts observed underneath wooden counter in the back kitchen.
- - Dust build up on the fan inside walk-in cooler.
- Corrective Action(s):
- - Clean the areas noted above. Ensure areas affected with rodent droppings are sanitized after cleaning. Pull up the lowest storage shelf in the storage room so that it is easier to clean the floor - they should be at least 6 inches off the floor.
- Date to be corrected by: Today
- Violation Score: 9
- 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
- Observation:
- - Gaps observed in the faucet mount part of the front handwash station.
- - P trap of the front handwash station is leaking and there is a bucket collecting leaking water underneath the pipe.
- Corrective Action(s):
- - Seal the gaps.
- - Repair the leaking pipe.
- Date to be corrected by: Feb 23, 2022
- Violation Score: 3
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
- Follow-Up Inspection
1 infraction
- 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
- Observation:
- - Noticed gap in the wall where pipes go through in the storage room.
- Corrective Action(s):
- - This is a potential entry point for rodents. Seal the gap.
- Date to be corrected by: August 26, 2022
- Violation Score: 3
- 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
- Routine Inspection
1 infraction
- 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
- Observation:
- Notable fruit fly activity observed throughout the back kitchen (prep area, freezer area and washroom).
- Corrective Action(s):
- Consult with the professional pest control company to install a light trap in the back.
- Date to be corrected by: August 31, 2022
- Violation Score: 3
- 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
- Observation:
- - Water pooling observed underneath the 2 compartment sink.
- - Old, stained containers, buckets observed with fruit flies resting on the outside surface.
- Corrective Action(s):
- - Determine where the leak is occurring (appears to be the draining pipe from 2 comp sink) and fix the leak. Remove the water and ensure the area is kept dry to remove water source for pests.
- - Clean OR replace old containters & buckets. Ensure there are no food stains or residues on the containers to prevent them from attracting pests.
- Date to be corrected by: August 12, 2022
- Violation Score: 3
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
- Observation:
- - Lots of spider webs with dust build up observed underneath the prep table in the back.
- - Old, stained food containers & buckets underneath the prep table.
- - Rodent dropping observed on shelving unit above chest freezer in the back.
- - Notable amount of mice droppings observed in the dry storage room.
- Corrective Action(s):
- - Ensure to remove all webs, rodent droppings in the areas noted above.
- - Either clean the containers/buckets OR replace them with new ones.
- - High rodent activity expected in the dry storage room. Consult with the pest control company to determine the route of entry (damages/holes in the wall) and block them.
- - After removing rodent droppoings, spray the affected area with 1000ppm chlorine (mix1 part bleach with 49 parts water).
- Date to be corrected by: August 12, 2022
- Violation Score: 9
- 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
- Routine Inspection
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
- Observation:
- - Equipment and wall surfaces soiled/stained.
- - Old mouse droppings observed in dry storage room.
- - Floor junctions obseved with debris.
- - Back kitchen ventilation unit/fan above smoking chamber observed with debris build-up.
- Corrective Action(s):
- - General deep cleaning for the entire premises is required.
- - Clean areas noted above, including easy to miss spots like rubber seals for cooler/freezer doors.
- Date to be corrected by: August 27, 2021
- Violation Score: 9
- 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
- Observation:
- - Water pooling observed in sandwich prep cooler in the front area.
- Corrective Action(s):
- - Clean and sanitize. Repair the unit so it does not accumulate water on surface.
- Date to be corrected by: Aug 27, 2021
- Violation Score: 3
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]