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Meridian Meats (Oxford)

108 - 2020 Oxford Connector, Port Coquitlam · Restaurant

18 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Ongoing minor rodent activity in the premises.
      • Corrective Action(s): *Maintain existing pest control efforts
      • *Ensure to follow recommendations from the pest control techncian towards sealing entry points into the unit
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Soil/debris/residues observed on floor surfaces under display fridges/freezers along the deli line.
      • Corrective Action(s): *Thoroughly clean the floors underneath the display fridges & freezers along the deli line. Use a bristle brush and a grease-cutting detergent to dislodge tough residue.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Ecolab Oasis 146 sanitizer dispenser was not dispensing sanitizer through the feed line. Tubing had detached from the wall unit of the dispenser.
      • Corrective Action(s): Operator reattached the feed tubing on the unit. It is now dispensing sanitizer solution correctly at 400ppm concentration.
      • *Please ensure to confirm the sanitizer solution concentratons frequently using test strips. Sanitizer concentration should generally be maintained between 200-400ppm.
      • Violation Score: 3
  2. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Mouse droppings observed underneath the meat display coolers. Unable to determine if droppings are from old or recent activity.
      • Corrective Action(s): *Disinfect (with bleach/water solution) and clean areas where mouse droppings are present.
      • *Monitor areas for new activity after cleaning
      • *Report any new activity to the pest control technician for further assessment.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Food debris, soil, & mouse droppings observed underneath the meat display coolers.
      • Corrective Action(s): *Thoroughly clean the floors underneath the display coolers & equipment in the retail areas of the premises
      • *Monitor areas for evidence of new mouse activity. Report hotspots to pest control technician for further assessment.
      • *Maintain a regular, frequent cleaning program to prevent accumulation of food spills & debris (pest attractants)
      • Violation Score: 3
  3. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: 1) 1 deceased mouse observed under the retail display freezer holding baked potatoes (and other foods)
      • 2) Entry hole on West side of unit.
      • Corrective Action(s): Discussed pest control/mitigation efforts with operator:
      • * Continue to regularly inspect the premises for holes/cracks/gaps that could serve as entry points for mice and seal them with rodent-resistant material.
      • *Regularly deep-clean floors, shelves and other surfaces in the premises. Ensure to clean hard-to-reach areas (eg. under/behind large equipment, underneath countertops, shelving, etc.) where pests like to hide.
      • *Clean-up mouse droppings and disinfect surfaces with bleach sanitizing solution wherever mouse activity is found.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: 1) Debris and 1 deceased mouse observed underneath the display freezer unit (holding baked potatoes and other foods)
      • 2) Food residues and possible mouse droppings observed on the floor in the walk-in cooler
      • Corrective Action(s): *Throughly clean and sanitize the affected areas.
      • *Spray areas where mouse droppings are found with a bleach/water solution prior to clean-up.
      • Violation Score: 3
  4. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Display shelf for open salamis and hams is beginning to show significant signs of ware (black surface has worn away in several areas and the fiberboard is showing through). This is no longer easily cleanable and cannot be properly sanitized.
      • Corrective Action(s): Shelf was removed during inspection.
      • Optional: Replace shelf (if planned) with another surface that is durable, easily cleanable and preferably light in colour.
      • Violation Score: 9
  5. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Third sink of dishwashing sinks was used for sanitizing had no detectable level of sanitizer. Sanitizer bottle was found empty
      • Corrective Action(s): Bottle was swapped out during inspection. Ensure this is checked daily to maintain a consistent level of sanitizer in dispenser at all times.
      • Violation Score: 5
  6. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
      • Observation: Several spray bottles found throughout premise without any form of labels. Two forms of sanitizer are used on site, one requires a rinse and one does not but without a label, staff are unable to tell the difference between the two.
      • Corrective Action(s): Relabel all spray bottles with accurate labels and ensure staff know which type of sanitizer is used where. Due: today.
      • Violation Score: 9
  7. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Quats sanitizer dispenser in washroom was not dispensing any sanitizer at the start of inspection. Even after the bottle was switched out it only got to around 100ppm when it must be at least 200ppm. Second quats dispenser at three compartment sink was dispensing quats sanitizer at 200ppm. *This is a repeat concern from last routine inspection
      • Corrective Action(s): Use the dispenser from three compartment sink until the dispenser in the washroom is checked by supply company. Test strips were available on site however no daily monitoring of sanitizer (or freezers or coolers) is being done.
      • **Start daily monitoring and recording of both santizing stations and all temperature controlled units. Keep records on site for review at next inspection.
      • Violation Score: 15
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Mouse droppings observed in walk in cooler and on front dsiplay shelf. Manager stated that they recently switched pest control companies and have improved the seal on the outside of the premise to prevent pest entry.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clear out mouse droppings from walk in cooler (deli side) and improve seal between the bottom of the door and floor to prevent pest entry. Due: 1 week.
      • Violation Score: 3
  8. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: 1) Entry point for mice observed between dog bone shelf and exterior wall at floor level.
      • 2) Food debris observed under shelving unit directly across from cashier area
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Seal up hole to prevent pest entry. Due: Nov 10, 2022
      • 2) Clean under shelving unit.
      • Violation Score: 9
  9. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Spray bottle labelled as "Pink" that was identified by staff as a sanitizer had no detectable level of sanitizer. The chemical in the dispensing unit which staff stated they get the spray from also had a detergent (good - this is needed as grease build-up can happen very quick with raw meats) but the manufacturer's instructions clearly state that the product must be rinsed after application to prevent cross contamination.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure a 200ppm concentration of sanitizer and that staff rinse product off after it has been applied.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Several mouse droppings found throughout premise (exact locations reviewed with undersigned staff). Pest control company currently in twice a month - good
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean out all mouse droppings and continue to work with pest control company to work towards eradication.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Corner/diagonal shelf between 'cordon bleu' display freezer and long meat display cooler had a gap between it and the floor with some food build-up under it. Also a gap between the cabinet and grey water pipe under the hand wash station in the meat display area.
      • Corrective Action(s): Seal these areas up with a pest proof material to reduce the accumulation of food and help reduce movement of rodents through premise. Due: Oct 24, 2022
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
      • Observation: Several bottles of chemicals stored along the top shelf above the three compartment sink.
      • Corrective Action(s): Move these to a location where they are separate/below all food contact surfaces. One possible location would be in the bathroom on the existing shelves though installation of a lip/ledge would be recommended to prevent them from falling off. Another location could be the shelving under the counter across from the front meat display area. Correct by: Oct 24, 2022
      • Violation Score: 3
  10. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • The quats sanitizer in spray bottles was below 200ppm, and cloth towels are being stored on counter tops. Low strength sanitizer will not kill germs, and cloth towels will allow germs to grow on it.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Immediately change all the sanitizer in spray bottles with new sanitizer solution. A new solution must be used each day.
      • Immediately place all cloth towels into a bucket of sanitizer when not in use. Change the sanitizer solution every 2-4 hours with new solution. The towels must be fully submerged in the sanitizer.
      • During the inspection, new sanitizer was placed in spray bottles and cloths were placed in buckets of sanitizer.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation:
      • 1) Staff food is being stored beside or with store foods in the deli walk-in-cooler. There is a potential that staff food may contaminate store foods.
      • 2) Ready to eat (RTE) foods (baked goods), in the deli/meat walk-in-freezer, were being stored beside or beneath raw proteins. This is unsafe as raw juices (if freezer breaks down) may drip onto the RTE foods
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1) Re-arrange the cooler so staff food have a designated shelf or area to store their food, which is separate and/or away from store food. Put a sign on the shelf indicating where staff shall store their foods.
      • 2) Re-arrange the freezer so RTE foods are stored above or separate from raw protein foods.
      • **Correction date: Today**
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • Accumulated food and debris was found in various areas of the facility, this will attract pests. The following areas were found to have food and debris:
      • - underside of the 3-comp. sinks; the legs of the 3-comp. sink; the pipes under the 3-comp. sink; and the wall beneath the 3-comp. sink
      • - the metal shelving racks, in the main walk-in-cooler, storing the marinating meats; and the floor of the main walk-in-cooler
      • - the lower shelves/cupboards in the raw meat service area
      • - the exhaust filters of the exhaust canopy had dust on it
      • - the floor of the deli/meat walk-in-freezer
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Wash the mentioned areas with hot water and soap, rinse/wipe down with clean hot water, and then spray with sanitizer. Increase the frequency all these areas are cleaned.
      • **Correction date: July 3/19*
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation:
      • The 3-compartment sink has leaking waste pipes. Water is pooling on the floor and there is a cloth towel tied around the pipe. Pests will be attracted to the pooling water, and the cloth towel is not an acceptable method to stop a leak. In past inspections, the sink and/or the pipes have been found to be leaking. If this continues, replacement of the whole 3-compartment sink unit will be required.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Remove the cloth towel, and mop up the pooled water. Immediately call a certified plumber to fix or replace the leaking pipes.
      • **Correction date: June 30/19**
      • Violation Score: 3
  12. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  13. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation:
      • The 3rd sink, in the manually 3-compartment sink, leaks and staff are not able to fill it with sanitizer to soak (2 minutes) and sanitize dishware. This is NOT acceptable as bacteria will survive on the dishes and can be passed to customers.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Immediately repair or replace the broken parts of the 3-compartment sink so that it doesn't leak and basins can be filled, so proper manually dishwashing can be done. Have staff fill one sink with soapy hot water to wash and another sink with sanitizer. The broken sink shall be used to rinse soapy water off until it is fixed. Failure to fix the problem by the assigned date will result in the issuance or orders, tickets, fines, and or closure.
      • **Correction date: Nov. 24/18**
      • Violation Score: 15
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • The exhaust hood filters above the oven are covered in dust. The dust could fall into food and contaminate it.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Immediately clean the exhaust hood filters to remove the dust, and ensure this is done on a weekly basis.
      • **Correction date: Nov. 24/18**
      • Violation Score: 3
  14. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 103 - Failure to hold a valid permit while operating a food service establishment [s. 8(1)]
      • Observation:
      • Yearly permit fees have not been paid for this year. The premises is operating without a valid decal. Provided store manager the outstanding permit fees letter.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Immediately pay the permit fees of $150. If the fees are not received within 10 working days, further enforcement action will occur with the issuance of fines and/or closure of the premises.
      • **Correction date: July 16/18**
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation:
      • Cardboard boxes and plastic display trays under the cutting tables have raw juices or sauces on them. This is not acceptable as these surfaces must be cleaned daily to remove food debris to prevent pest issues.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Relocate, reorganize, or place cardboard boxes of liners in a covered container that is cleanable.
      • **Correction date: July 16/18**
      • Violation Score: 3
  15. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • 1) An open can of pepperoni sticks (for sale) was found at the front cashier area. The pepperoni is exposed to contaminates (sneezing, coughing, touching etc.).
      • 2) Food sampling of salsa (in a communal container) and chips (on a large plate); and cut cheese and sausage (on a large plate w/ little to no toothpicks) is being incorrectly. The samples can be contaminated by the public touching other samples, and the samples are exposed to temperature abuse.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1) Remore the can of pepperoni sticks so the public has no access. Or, place the pepperoni in a covered case or inividually wrap the pepperoni. The pepperoni was removed from the cash register area.
      • 2) Put out minimal amounts of samples to prevent temperature abuse (enough to be consumed within 1 hour); each food item must have its own toothpick or disposable cup; and no large or bulk containers of sauces shall be offered for personal dipping. Retrain staff on the correct methods of sampling.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • The following areas were found to have accumulated food debris, sauces and grease on them:
      • 1) On the floor around, between, and behind boxes on the floor, and on shelves.
      • 2) Tables legs, wire racks, and the tracks for sliding cooler doors.
      • 3) Walls in food preparation areas.
      • 4) Handles on doors, coolers, sinks, and drain levers.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Immediately clean these areas and increase the frequency at which these areas are being done. To properly clean surfaces a soap/degreaser must be used first to remove food and grease, then a sanitizer (pick solution) shall be used after to kill the germs. A sanitizer isn't a soap/degreaser, it is a chemical that only kills germs.
      • **Correction date: July 3/18**
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • The table legs of the oven and one cutting table still has white, protective plastic on it. This plastic is not cleanable.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Peel off this plastic to expose the cleanable, stainless steel material. This was done during the inspection.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation:
      • The 3-compartment sink drain levers and pipes are leaking. The leaking waste water is pooling on the floor and attracting pests.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Immediately call in a plumber to repair or replace the damaged drain levers and pipes. Mop up the pooling water and clean all the food debris on the exterior of the drain pipes and lever handles.
      • **Correction date: July 3/18**
      • Violation Score: 3
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  17. Routine Inspection

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  18. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions