El Super Taco
103 - 2201 Box Springs Boulevard NW Medicine Hat AB T1C 0C8 · Food - General
8 inspections
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
3 infractions
- 09. Are chemicals stored and handled in a safe manner?
- The bleach spray bottles were unlabeled, but the operator promptly labeled them.
- 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 paper towel in the dispenser at the handwash sink next to the dishwasher, but the operator promptly replaced it.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- The ventilation system is due for professional maintenance.
- 09. Are chemicals stored and handled in a safe manner?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
3 infractions
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- There were scoops inside the containers of rice, flour, and sugar. The handles were touching the food which can lead to cross contamination. The operator immediately removed them.
- 09. Are chemicals stored and handled in a safe manner?
- The spray bottle containing bleach solution, used for sanitizing surfaces, had no label. The operator promptly labeled the bottle.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- There are no written sanitation procedures or records available at the restaurant. A written procedure is required to ensure safe and sanitary operations
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- 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)?
- The dishwasher is not dispensing chemical sanitizer (chlorine). The operator stated that it is due to the chemical supply is nearly depleted and will be refilled today.The operator was asked to use the 3-sink method to manually wash dishes until the dishwasher is functioning properly.
- 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 permit on display is not up to date. The operator found the digital copy and indicated that they would print and display the up to date permit.
- 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
0 infractions
- Initial Inspection
3 infractions
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Sanitizer buckets not available for wiping rags
- 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?
- Small gap observed under back doorAction: ensure weather stripping is in good repair along bottom of door, to prevent entry of pests.
- 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
- Domestic upright freezer has thick layer of ice insideAction: Owner will defrost unit to remove built up ice
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?