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McLennan Car/Truck Stop

3205 McLennan Road, Valemount, V0E 2Z0 · Restaurant

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Inspection summary

McLennan Car/Truck Stop has been inspected 3 times by Northern Health Authority since April 3, 2023. The most recent inspection, on July 11, 2024, recorded 2 infractions.

1 of 3 inspections on record found no infractions at all. No inspections are on record from the past 12 months. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing, Pests and Food temperature control.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Anything that touches food, such as cutting boards, dishes and utensils, must be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Inspectors check dishwasher temperatures, sanitizer strength and how wiping cloths are stored. Poor sanitizing lets bacteria survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded 2 times on July 11, 2024. For example: 301 - Critical Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 2 times on April 3, 2023. For example: 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Bacteria multiply fastest between about 4 °C and 60 °C (40 °F to 140 °F). Inspectors check that cold food stays cold, hot food stays hot, cooked food is cooled quickly, and that staff have accurate thermometers. Temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning, so these are treated as critical findings.

    Recorded once on April 3, 2023. For example: 205 - Critical Repeat Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]

  • Protecting food from contaminationHigher risk

    This covers how food is stored, prepared and displayed: raw meat kept away from ready-to-eat food, food covered and stored off the floor, and nothing dripping or splashing into it. Cross-contamination from raw to cooked food is a direct route for salmonella and E. coli.

    Recorded once on April 3, 2023. For example: 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]

  • Chemicals and toxic substancesHigher risk

    Cleaning products, sanitizers and pesticides must be labelled and stored away from food and food-contact surfaces. Inspectors flag chemicals that could end up in food, as well as pest treatments applied without proper supervision.

    Recorded once on April 3, 2023. For example: 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]

About this data

These results come from Northern Health Authority, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

3 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Critical Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: During the inspection, the ice machine was found to be unsanitary with mould visible on the evaporator and other components. Public health significance: Consumption of contaminated ice may result in foodborne illness among the consumer. Newly formed ice may transfer mold into the ice bucket or water droplets may introduce mold into the ice bucket.
      • Corrective Action: The operator was asked to wash, rinse, and sanitize the ice machine. The operator should ensure that this process is followed regularly.
    • 302 - Critical Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation: During the inspection, the meat slicer was found in an unsanitary condition with small meat pieces present on the machine. Public health significance: Bacteria could grow on the leftover meat pieces and potentially could contaminate fresh cut meat pieces.
      • Corrective Action: Meat slicer parts should be taken apart and thoroughly washed, rinsed, and sanitized after each shift.
  2. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Routine Inspection

    7 infractions

    • 104 - Permit not posted in a conspicuous location [s. 8(7)]
      • Observation: Permit to operate was seen posted inside the kitchen area instead of the restaurant area where everyone could spot it.
      • Corrective Action: Operator to have the permit posted in a conspicuous location where it is easily seen by everyone.
    • 205 - Critical Repeat Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation: (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION) Food products stored in the open top cooler were stored at a temperature more than 4°C which was verified using probe thermometers. The internal temperature of beef patties was noted at 11°C. All potentially hazardous food items must not be stored at temperatures between 4°C and 60°C to prevent growth of foodborne pathogens.
      • Corrective Action: The operator voluntarily discarded the food products (beef patties and diced meat) and was told to only store small portions in the cooler until the refrigerator unit is repaired.
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION) Raw bacon was stored right next to the raw mushrooms in the walk-in cooler which has potential for cross-contamination between the meat and produce. Cross -contamination of food could lead to spread of foodborne illnesses.
      • Corrective Action: Operator immediately moved the box of mushrooms away from the raw bacon and stored it in a manner that prevents cross-contamination.
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Small amount of mice droppings were observed in the store (ice cream) area. Presence of mice droppings indicate pest infestation which could lead to contamination of food products and cause foodborne illnesses.
      • Corrective Action: Operator immediately cleaned and sanitized the area in an appropriate manner. Operator to place a mice snap trap in the store area.
    • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: The back door and another door that opens to the outside (close to the washrooms) do not completely close and leave large gaps that could lead to the entry of pests into the food premises. Pests in the food premises can contaminate the food products and lead to spread of foodborne illnesses.
      • Corrective Action: The doors need to have new weather strips in place to completely seal off the gaps and potential pest access points.
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Floor tiles were broken in the kitchen area of the the food premises which pose tripping hazard for the employees as well as risk of potential contamination of the food because of the inability to effectively clean and sanitize the floors.
      • Corrective Action: Operator to provide a plan and timeline for the repair of the flooring.
    • 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
      • Observation: Sanitizer spray bottle stored at the front counter area contained quats sanitizer solution and was not labelled for the contents. This could lead to accidental contact with food and contaminate the food products.
      • Corrective Action: Operator to label all chemicals, cleaners and disinfectans used within thhe food premises.

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