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Colony Farm Forensic Psychiatric Hospital

70 Colony Farm Rd, Coquitlam · Restaurant

11 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation:
      • Observed minimal rodent dropping around the drain pipe for the ice making machine. The constantly dripping water is attracting rodents.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Clean up the droppings, and wash & sanitize all surfaces that came into contact with the droppings.
      • - Install wire mesh (1/4" or smaller) to cover the drain pipe to prevent access to the dripping water, and to prevent rodents from accessing the premises up through the floor drain.
      • **Correction date: Mar. 1/26**
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation:
      • Contantly dripping taps at two prep sinks in the kitchen. The dripping water creates a water source and will attract pests.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Repair the taps so they no longer constantly drip, and water can be fully turned on & off.
      • **Correction date: Mar. 1/26**
      • Violation Score: 3
  2. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation:
      • Found rodents droppings on the floor around the small mixer in the kitchen; in the mop sink; and around the floor drain beside the upright cooler in the mop sink room. The rodents are being attracted to these areas as there is a constant water source (dripping water from condensor and backflow preventor.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Immediately clean up the rodent droppings, clean and sanitize all surfaces that came into contact with the droppings.
      • Notify the pest company of these active areas.
      • Increase the frequency the pest company is servicing the premises, as rodent activity was found.
      • All reports/inspections provided by the pest company MUST be stored on-site, with the premises' Manager of Food Services. Such that, when the district EHO request to review the reports, they can be immediately produced.
      • **Correction date: Today**
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • Mould growth found on the interior surfaces of the ice machine storage bin. Mould can contaminate the ice and could cause illness if consumed.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Wash and sanitize the interior surfaces of the machine to remove the mould. Add the cleaning and service of the ice machine to the cleaning schedule, so it is done regularily.
      • **Correction date: Sept-19-25**
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • Found chipped, cracked and/or damaged plastic food inserts and lids. These items are not cleanable and pieces of plastic could break off and contaminate food.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Immediately discard any chipped, cracked, and/or damaged plastic food inserts and lids. Purchase new items to replace the damaged ones. Develop a process which staff will inspect food inserts and lids on a regular basis for damage. At time of the inspection, staff discarded the damaged food inserts and lids.
      • Violation Score: 3
  3. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Minor pest activity (mouse droppings) noted on floor surfaces in the primary kitchen pantry and various kitchenettes in the ground-level wards.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize affected surfaces using a disinfectant chemical and report activity to the pest control company for further investigation/action.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Dishwasher in one of the kitchenettes (Elm South) is not reaching sufficient rinse temperature for sanitizing dishware. 3 attempts made, maximum temperature reading inside unit was 64 degrees Celsius.
      • Corrective Action(s): *Contact a service technician to inspect and repair the affected unit.
      • Violation Score: 3
  5. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation: Hand washing station at the dishwashing area has been decommissioned (tap handles, soap and paper towel dispensers all removed). Staff must be able to wash their hands between racking the dirty dishes and unloading the clean dishes.
      • Corrective Action(s): Reinstate hand washing station and remind staff of the importance of washing hands between touching dirty and clean food contact surfaces. Due: August 22, 2023
      • Violation Score: 15
  6. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation: High temperature dishwasher in Dogwood East not working during inspection (display screen stated it was in the rinse cycle however it was not running) and could not be reset/repaired by staff on site during inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): Adjust/repair dishwasher and have all dishes washed in the main kitchen area until this is rectified. Due: Sept 30, 2022
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Two mice observed on glue board trap between fridge and cabinet in Elm South. Mouse droppings also observed in kitchen of Fir Hall in corner between white domestic fridge and dishwasher.
      • Corrective Action(s): Remove and replace glue board with mice in ES and clean droppings in FH. Inform pest control company and continue to monitor/take action as recommended by pest control company.
      • Violation Score: 9
  9. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • Food in the fridge, A1 kitchen, was 12C while the fridge temperature was 14C. Bacteria will grow in the food as it is above 4C.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Immediately decrease the temperature of the fridge. Check the temperature of the FOOD after 1 hour, if the food is above 4C then THROW AWAY all perishable foods (dairy, proteins, cut fruit/veggies, etc.). During the inspection, the temperature of the fridge was lowered.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • The pan/pot dishwasher had an empty soap dispenser. The pans/pots are not being washed properly, this will leave food, grease and bacteria on it.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Immediately put more soap in the dispenser, and ensure all staff recognize what the warning buzzer sound is. During the inspection, staff placed more soap in the dispenser.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation:
      • 1) A1 kitchen fridge temperature was 14C. Fridges must be kept at 4C or lower to slow bacterial growth.
      • 2) A4 kitchen door handle of fridge is missing. It is difficult to open the door and this may damage other parts of the door or seal.
      • 3) Found cracked or chipped plastic food inserts and lids and ice scoop. Bacteria can grow in the cracks, and/or pieces of plastic can fall into food or ice.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1) Immediately lower the temperature of the fridge so it can maintain 4C or colder at all times. During the inspection, the temperature was lowered and will be checked in 1 hour. If the temperature has not decreased below 4C, immediately STOP using the fridge and have it repaired/replaced.
      • **Correction date: Immediately**
      • 2) Install a new door handle on the fridge door in A4 kitchen, and/or repair or replace the equipment.
      • **Correction date: Nov. 1/19**
      • 3) Throw away any damaged equipment, lids, or food inserts. Have equipment inspected regularily and replaced when damaged.
      • **Correction date: Nov. 1/19**
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 315 - Refrigeration units and hot holding equipment lack accurate thermometers [s. 19(2)]
      • Observation:
      • A1 kitchen fridge had no thermometer in it. Staff are unable to monitor or record the temperature of the fridge daily, and therefore do not know if there is a problem with the fridge.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Purchase and place a thermometer in the fridge for monitoring purposes.
      • **Correction date: Oct. 21/19**
      • Violation Score: 1
  10. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 103 - Failure to hold a valid permit while operating a food service establishment [s. 8(1)]
      • Observation:
      • Yearly health permits fees not paid. The facility is operating without a valid decal. Hand delivered the outstanding permit fees letter to the kitchen manager.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Immediately pay the fees of $250 within 10 working days. Failure to do so will result in further enforcement action such as issuance of fines or closure of the facility.
      • **Correction date: July 17/18**
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation:
      • Observed large number of black flies in the dry storage room and a few, fresh rat droppings in the room with the special "dietary cooler". Fly traps, blue light, snap traps, and catch-all traps observed throughout the facility. Facility has monthly contract with Orkin Pest Control, reviewed the reports.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Increase the visits from the pest control technician so traps are checked more frequently, and any caught pests are removed immediately to prevent flies. Rodent proofing of building should be done to prevent entry of pests.
      • **Correction date: July 9/18**
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation:
      • Plastic inserts and lids were found to have cracks and chips. These items are not cleanable or safe (pieces of plastic can fall into food).
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Inspect all plastic inserts and lids, discard damaged ones and purchase new ones. Inspection of all utensils, equipment, and containers shall be done on a regular basis.
      • **Correction date: July 9/18**
      • Violation Score: 3
  11. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Minor debris observed on fan cover in walk-in cooler #4 and in the ice machine.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize areas noted.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Display cooler in the cafeteria measured approximately 8C. Foods are not stored here overnight, mainly used when the cafeteria is open.
      • Corrective Action(s): Have the cooler repaired until it can achieve and maintain 4C. Until then, potentially hazardous foods may only be stored in this cooler for up to 4 hours before being discarded. Do not return foods to coolers after the 4 hour period. Obtain an accurate thermometer for this cooler. Send a photocopy of the repair invoice to your area inspector.
      • Violation Score: 3