Drum Brewing
111B - 9914 Morrison Street Fort McMurray AB T9H 4A4 · Food - General
15 inspections
- Monitoring Inspection
3 infractions
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Inside the walk-in freezer, cardboard food boxes were observed stored directly on the floor, with one box placed on ice buildup. All food items must be stored a minimum of 6 inches off the floor on approved shelving to prevent contamination and facilitate adequate cleaning under the stored items. Remove all the food boxes and store them on the shelves.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- -A lot of ice buildup was noted on the floor of the walk-in Freezer. investigate and repair the walk-in freezer. Clear the ice properly and maintain in a sanitary condition.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Daily, weekly, monthly cleaning schedules were not available for review. AHS templates provided to develop procedures. Use templates to develop procedures and send to PHI for review.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Daily, weekly, monthly cleaning schedules were not available for review. AHS templates provided to develop procedures. Use templates to develop procedures and send to PHI for review.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Risk Management Inspection
2 infractions
- 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
- Food handling permit displayed in the facility was noted being expired. Display a valid permit visible to the public.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Daily, weekly, monthly cleaning schedules were not available for review. AHS templates provided to develop procedures. Use templates to develop procedures and send to PHI for review.
- 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
- Monitoring Inspection
4 infractions
- 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?
- Monthly pest control monitoring record was not done from March 2025 onward. Record was not available for review for last three months.Ensure monthly pest control monitory checklist is completed to keep facility pest free.
- 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
- Food handling permit displayed in the facility was noted being expired. Display a valid permit visible to the public.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Faucet at the hand washing sink located in hall way in front of main cooking lane was not properly secured. Properly secured the faucet to prevent water filtration underneath.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Daily, weekly, monthly cleaning schedules were not available for review. AHS templates provided to develop procedures. Use templates to develop procedures and send to PHI for review.
- 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?
- Monitoring Inspection
2 infractions
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- Sanitizer bucket attached to the mechanical dishwasher was empty. The bucket was replaced during inspection and concentration of sanitizer at dish level was tested using PHI's as well as operator's test strips.Ensure sanitizer concentration is monitored on daily basis prior to doing any dishes and monitoring record is maintained.
- 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?
- Monthly pest control monitoring record was not done from March 2025 onward. Record was not available for review for last three months.Ensure monthly pest control monitory checklist is completed to keep facility pest free.
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- -Light bulb in the walk in freezer lacks the shatter proof cover.Install a shatter proof light bulb or install a cover over it.Ensure all lights in food storage and processing area are shatter proof or have shatter proof covers.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Risk Management Inspection
2 infractions
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- Iodine concentration was measured at 00ppm in Glass washer. Operator's test strips and PHI's test strips were used multiple times to monitor iodine concentration. Repair required.Sanitize glasses in the Kichen's dishwasher located in the basement until glass washer is fixed.Daily iodine concentration is required prior to use of glass washer. Maintain the record log in the facility.
- 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Iodine test strips were reportedly expired. Obtain test strips with valid expiration dates.
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- Iodine concentration was measured at 00ppm in Glass washer. Operator's test strips and PHI's test strips were used multiple times to monitor iodine concentration. Repair required.Sanitize glasses in the Kichen's dishwasher located in the basement until glass washer is fixed.Daily iodine concentration is required prior to use of glass washer. Maintain the record log in the facility.
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- Monitoring Inspection
7 infractions
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- A used cleaning cloth was stored on the prep cooler counter.Facility operator moved and submerged the cleaning cloth into a sanitizer bucket. Ensure that used cleaning cloths must be stored submerged in the sanitizer bucket in between uses or discarded into the laundry basket immediately after use.
- 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Iodine test strips were not available at the time of inspection. Iodine concentration was checked using PHI's test strips in the glass dishwasher in the bar area. Iodine test strips were reportedly available in the facility. There were no records of iodine monitoring to review. Ensure iodine concentration is monitored before doing any glass washing at the start of the daily operation and test results are recorded daily.
- 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?
- Pest control management records were not being maintained.No pest activity was observed and facility owner indicated that daily monitoring inspections throughout the facility are conducted. Maintain at least one year of pest control management records for the inside of the facility. The Alberta Health Services Pest Control Checklist was provided with the report.
- 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
- The food handling permit was not posted in the facility. Print and display the valid food handling permit in a conspicuous manner.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- The hood range service and maintenance sticker was overdue on October 2024Facility owner indicated that the service and maintenance was completed last week. Send the receipt of service or report via email.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- A small spoon was observed with the handle touching the food item beside the gravy. Facility operator removed the spoon and placed it in the dishpit. Ensure that all food items are protected from contamination by storing spoon and scoop outside the food container or using larger utensils to keep the handles from touching food items.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- The walk-in freezer had significant ice build up on the floor.Remove the ice and ensure that the walk-in freezer is maintained in good condition.
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Demand 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)?
- Iodine test strips were not available to monitor the sanitizer concentration in glass washer.Iodine sanitizer concentration was measured 12.5-25ppm using PHI'S test strips.Obtain test strips and maintain records of daily sanitizer concentration monitoring.
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- The hand sink was noted being clogged with fruit pulp during inspection onsite. Operator cleaned the hand sink during inspection onsite. Ensure hand sink is only used for handwashing and always functioning properly.
- 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
8 infractions
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Used cleaning cloths were stored on food contact surfaces in the kitchen.Store cleaning cloths in a sanitizer between uses.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- A pair of staff shoes were observed on a shelving unit in the kitchen prep line area. Store staff personal belongings separately from food equipment, preparation or service areas.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Packages of chicken wings and hot dogs were observed on the floor of the walk-in freezer. Operator indicated that the foods had been delivered that morning. Store foods at least 6 inches off the floor.
- 09. Are chemicals stored and handled in a safe manner?
- Spray bottles containing sanitizer solution and other chemicals were stored above food preparation station and prep-line cooler containing uncovered food items. Spray bottles were removed during inspection. Store chemicals away from food storage areas and food contact surfaces.
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- There was no soap at the staff washroom hand sink dispenser. Paper towel was not provided at the hand sink beside the ice machine in the kitchen. Ensure hand sinks are provided with hand washing supplies at all times.
- 20. Do food handlers at the facility have adequate food safety training?
- Food handler in the kitchen displayed a lack of knowledge of sanitizer use and general food safety protocols.Provide additional training for all staff handling foods on a regular basis.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Interior surfaces of the bar cooler was dirty with food spills.Clean and sanitize cooler surfaces.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Accumulation of dust particles on the ventilation covers (fan guards) of the walk-in cooler and freezer fans. Thoroughly clean ventilation cover surfaces to remove dust particles.
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Door seals on the walk-in freezer and cooler were broken and in disrepair. *Replace the walk-in freezer and cooler door seals. Update Dec 08/23: door seals were not properly repaired.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Door seals on the walk-in freezer and cooler were in disrepair. Repair door seals for the walk-in freezer and cooler.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Demand Inspection
6 infractions
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- There were no paper towels at the at the kitchen and bar hand sinks.Ensure hand sinks are provided with paper towels, hand soap and adequate running water.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Lighting in the walk-in cooler and freezer were flickering when switched on.Ensure there is adequate and steady lighting in areas where foods are stored or processed.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- An acoustic ceiling tile was observed over the cooking station.Replace with a cleanable, non-porous and durable tile.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Door seals on the walk-in freezer and cooler were in disrepair. Repair door seals for the walk-in freezer and cooler.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- There was water pooling on the floor in the dishwashing area, under the floor mats. Repair any leaks in this area and clean off water from floor.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Dust and construction debris were observed on the floors and corners of the brewing room and upstairs dining area. - Remove debris and clean floors thoroughly.There was dust on the ceiling tiles in the kitchen hallway. - Remove dust from ceiling area.
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?