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St. Thomas Health Centre - Kitchen

8411 91 Street NW Edmonton AB T6C 1Z9 · Food - General

9 inspections

  1. Monitoring Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • *Only cold water was available at the hand sink closest to the dishwasher. The hot water was turned off. It was observed that the hot water faucet handle could not be completely turned to allow the water to flow. The handle hit the faucet. Repair and ensure plumbing is in good working condition and both hot and cold water is available at the hand sink.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • *Only cold water was available at the hand sink closest to the dishwasher. The hot water was turned off. It was observed that the hot water faucet handle could not be completely turned to allow the water to flow. The handle hit the faucet. Repair and ensure plumbing is in good working condition and both hot and cold water is available at the hand sink.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • *There was ice buildup in the walk in cooler and walk in freezer. Investigate and ensure the cooler and freezer are in good working condition. *There was sticky residue buildup on the juice machine nozzles. Clean and sanitize juice machine nozzles. Ensure it is done daily.*There was dust accumulation on the fans located in the walk in cooler. Please clean and add to routine cleaning schedule.
    • 26. Have plans for construction or alteration of this facility been submitted for approval?
      • *Renovation conducted without notification of this office. The site removed and rebuilt a wall in the dishwashing area to assist in cockroach treatment. Reviewed with management the requirement under the Alberta Food Regulation to notify this office when a permitted facility undergoes construction/renovation. For future projects, please ensure this office is notified in advance so that food safety plans can be reviewed and appropriate measures can be implemented to protect the health and safety of residents throughout the renovation process.
  2. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Monitoring Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • *Staff personal beverages were found next to the juice and coffee station. Relocate staff beverages away from food preparation areas.
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • *The only designated hand washing sink in the food preparation area had been converted into a utility sink. During discussion with management, it was emphasized that this sink is the sole handwashing sink in the food preparation area and must remain available exclusively for handwashing. Alternative solutions were reviewed, including: installing a separate utility sink or using a trolley to transport water from the dishwashing or prep sink to the steam tables. Managers were instructed to discontinue using the handwashing sink as a utility sink. Corrected on site, managers agreed.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • *There was a gap between plastic board and dishwashing sink edge. Seal up gap to ensure area is waterproof.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • *Build up of sticky residue was observed on the juice machine nozzles, along with visible dust and debris in the hard-to-clean areas behind the nozzles. Clean and sanitize the nozzles/hard to reach areas and add to cleaning schedule.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • *Build up of grime on the wall behind the dishwasher. Clean the wall.
  4. Monitoring Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Monitoring Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • *Water from the dishwasher backs up from the floor drain when the dishwashing is in operation. Investigate and ensure plumbing is in good repair.*There was a water like stain on a ceiling tile by the elevator. Investigate and ensure there are no leaks. Replace ceiling tile.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • *Buildup of debris and grease on the floor area(e.g. floor, walls, baseboards) under the dishwashing table/dishwasher/grease trap. Clean area and add task to routine cleaning schedule.
  7. Demand Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  9. Monitoring Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • Debris build up observed on fan covers in walk-in cooler. Clean.