Lakeland Inn - Main Kitchen
5411 55 Street Cold Lake AB T9M 1R6 · Food - General
7 inspections
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
4 infractions
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- The quat sanitizer solution in use was measured at 100 ppm. Quaternary ammonium sanitizer must be maintained at the concentration specified for effective sanitizing, and low concentrations may not adequately sanitize food-contact surfaces. Please prepare and maintain the quat sanitizer at 200 ppm.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Date marking labels on refrigerated foods were inconsistent throughout the premises. Inconsistent date marking may prevent staff from accurately identifying preparation and discard dates, increasing the risk of foods being kept beyond their safe shelf life. Please ensure all refrigerated foods are clearly and consistently labelled using a standardized date marking system so staff can verify storage times and discard foods as required.
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- The mechanical dishwasher was observed dispensing sanitizer at 50 ppm sodium hypochlorite. Inadequate sanitizer concentration may not effectively sanitize utensils, which can increase the risk of contamination. Please adjust, service, or recalibrate the dishwasher as needed to ensure the sanitizer concentration is maintained at 100 ppm sodium hypochlorite.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- The exhaust system filters and canopy located above the cooking equipment were covered in grease accumulation. Grease buildup can contaminate surrounding surfaces, attracts dirt, and presents an increased fire hazard. Please thoroughly clean the exhaust filters and canopy and maintain them in a clean condition, with cleaning conducted at least weekly or more often as needed based on use.
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Monitoring Inspection
5 infractions
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- 1. The meat slicer was found with visible buildup behind the blade guard, an area that is commonly missed during cleaning. This poses a contamination risk if not properly cleaned and sanitized between uses. Please ensure that all components of the slicer, including hard-to-reach areas, are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each use.2. No sanitizer was detected in the designated sanitizer bucket at the time of inspection.Sanitizer must be maintained at an effective concentration to ensure proper disinfection of food contact surfaces. For quaternary ammonium compounds (quats), the required concentration is 200 ppm.Please ensure sanitizer is prepared and maintained at 200 ppm during all hours of operation.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Non-food related items were observed stored in the corner of the dry storage room.These items contribute to dust accumulation and hinder proper cleaning and maintenance of the food storage area. Dry storage areas must be kept clean and used exclusively for the storage of food and food-related items. Please remove unnecessary items to facilitate regular cleaning and ensure sanitary conditions are maintained.
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- The line cooler was found operating at an internal temperature of 6.5°C.Please adjust, repair, or service the unit to maintain a temperature of 4°C or lower. Continue to monitor regularly to ensure proper cold-holding.
- 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- The facility did not have test strips available to verify sanitizer concentration.Test strips are required to ensure sanitizer strength is consistently monitored and maintained.Please obtain and use quat-specific litmus test paper strips to verify the sanitizer concentration in the sanitizer bucket, as these strips must match the type of sanitizer in use.
- 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?
- No signs of pest activity were observed at the time of inspection.However, pest control records were not available for review. Please ensure that records of pest control services, including monitoring reports and corrective actions (if any), are kept on-site and available upon request, as required.
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
1 infraction
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Filters above the cooking equipment are due for their internal duct work cleaning. Grease build-up will continue to worsen if the internal duct work is not cleaned regularly.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Filters above the cooking equipment are due for their internal duct work cleaning. Grease build-up will continue to worsen if the internal duct work is not cleaned regularly.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Monitoring Inspection
3 infractions
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- 1. Please ensure wiping cloths are stored properly when not in use; they must be stored in sanitizer solution when not in use. 2. Sanitizer concentration was weak at time of inspection. Please ensure test strips are used daily to verify sanitizer concentration.
- 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 lighting level in the walk-in cooler is not acceptable. Please ensure adequate lighting is provided for the walk-in cooler.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- The following areas were visibly dirty at time of inspection:1. Glass fridge - walls are dirty and shelves are rusting in some areas. Please clean.2. Filters above the cooking equipment are due for their internal duct work cleaning. 3. Fan covers in walk-in cooler need to be cleaned. Please ensure safety measures as recommended by manufacturer are followed.
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?