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Kerr's Take-Out & Ice Cream Shop ltd.

360 HARDSCRATCH, BROOKLYN · Food Establishment

6 inspections

  1. Inspection

    2 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;
      • Increase deep clean frequency of ice cream server area. Ensure that bleach sanitizer is mixed daily at foodsafe level in ice cream area (1/2-1 tsp per 1L).
    • 49(1)(a) An operator must ensure that food ingredients and food packaging materials must be stored in a dry storage room or designated area that a) protects the food ingredient or food packaging material from contamination;
      • Ensure that raw meat/fish is stored separate from ready-to-eat and produce, even when frozen.
  2. Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 49(1)(a) An operator must ensure that food ingredients and food packaging materials must be stored in a dry storage room or designated area that a) protects the food ingredient or food packaging material from contamination;
      • In accordance with Section 2.9 of the Nova Scotia Food Retail and Food Services Code, all food and food packaging must be stored at least six inches off the floor on racks, shelves, or pallets.
  3. Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. 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.
      • Ensure that when using chlorine bleach as your sanitizer it is prepared at the food-safe level of 100-200ppm. Update your start-up procedures to ensure the sanitizer spray bottles are mixed at food-safe level.
    • 33(1) An operator must ensure that the temperature of food is controlled so that the food does not deteriorate or become inedible or unsafe.
      • Temperature abused foods (cream topped pastries) discarded during the inspection. Do not store potentially hazardous foods in the faulty pop cooler which is unable to maintain safe temperature near the front of the shelves.
    • 49(1)(a) An operator must ensure that food ingredients and food packaging materials must be stored in a dry storage room or designated area that a) protects the food ingredient or food packaging material from contamination;
      • In accordance with Section 2.9 of the Nova Scotia Food Retail and Food Services Code, all food and food packaging must be stored at least six inches off the floor on racks, shelves, or pallets.
  5. Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 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;
      • In accordance with Section 2.3 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure walls and ceilings are constructed of finishes which are smooth, impermeable, and washable. In accordance with Section 2.4.2 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure all floors are durable, easily cleanable and non-slip. Complete the finishes and flooring in the ice scream booth.
    • 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;
      • In accordance with Section 2.9 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure storage areas are constructed of materials which are durable and easily cleaned. Finish the wooden shelves and flooring in the dry goods storage shed. Resurface the vinyl shelving in the kitchen area.
    • 19(1)(d) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following:  that the design and layout allow for the movement of food and personnel in a way that prevents contamination;
      • In accordance with Section 2.15 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, install a self-closing mechanism on the washroom.
  6. Inspection

    7 infractions

    • 19(1)(a) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (a) that the risk of contaminating the food is minimized;
      • In accordance with Section 2.9 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, do not store foods or food packaging in the washroom or directly on the floor. This includes pop/drinks and takeout containers.
    • 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;
      • In accordance with Section 2.3 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure walls and ceilings are constructed of finishes which are smooth, impermeable, and washable. In accordance with Section 2.4.2 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure all floors are durable, easily cleanable and non-slip. Complete the finishes and flooring in the ice scream booth.
    • 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;
      • In accordance with Section 2.9 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure storage areas are constructed of materials which are durable and easily cleaned. Finish the wooden shelves and flooring in the dry goods storage shed. Resurface the vinyl shelving in the kitchen area.
    • 19(1)(d) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following:  that the design and layout allow for the movement of food and personnel in a way that prevents contamination;
      • In accordance with Section 2.15 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, install a self-closing mechanism on the washroom.
    • 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.
      • 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.
    • 33(1) An operator must ensure that the temperature of food is controlled so that the food does not deteriorate or become inedible or unsafe.
      • In accordance with Section 3.3.3 of the Nova Scotia Food Services and Food Retail Code, you must store potentially hazardous foods at a temperature of 4 degrees Celsius or less. Coffee cream and creamer removed from the faulty fridge.
    • 88 A person to whom a permit is issued shall comply with all terms and conditions of the permit.
      • In accordance with Section 88 of the Health Protection Act, you must comply with all terms and conditions of the Food Establishment permit, including (but not limited to) the following: Unless otherwise specified in this permit, the Permit Holder(s) shall conduct the Food Establishment in accordance with the following provisions: The Health Protection Act and Food Safety Regulations, as amended from time to time and Any standard, code or guideline adopted by the Department, as amended from time to time, which includes but is not limited to the following: Nova Scotia Food Retail and Food Services Code In accordance with Section 19(4) of the Food Safety Regulations, restaurants located in a converted space that was not previously occupied by a restaurant must have accessible entryways, washroom facilities and pathways that are considered acceptable by the Minister. Remove tables or other seating which would allow patrons to dine on the premises until such time as you can demonstrate accessibility per the Accessible Restaurants Standard. This also applies to any outdoor seating.