Sushi Hiro
727 5 Avenue SW Calgary AB T2P 0N2 · Food - General
3 inspections
- Monitoring Inspection
3 infractions
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- The ice scoop was being stored in the ice well at the bar. Please ensure the ice scoop is stored outside of the ice well in a clean and sanitary manner.
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- The paper towel dispenser at the bar hand washing sink was empty. Please restock the dispenser with paper towels. Please ensure that all hand-washing sinks are always stocked with liquid hand soap, paper towels, and running hot/cold water to ensure proper hand washing by food handlers.
- 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
- The facilities food handling permit was not posted in the facility. Please print and post a copy of the facilities valid food handling permit in a location that is visible to the public.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Monitoring Inspection
4 infractions
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- A chlorine sanitizer was tested in the kitchen and a concentration of 10ppm was detected. The solution was dumped and remixed, when tested the new solution was tested a concentration of 100ppm was detected. Please ensure the chlorine surface sanitizers are mixed to 100ppm to be effective.
- 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- The plastic wraps on the bamboo mats was being changed daily. The saran wrap must be replaced every 2 hours and each time there is contact with a different fish species.
- 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
- The facilities food handling permit was not posted in the facility. Please print and post a copy of the facilities valid food handling permit in a location that is visible to the public.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Update: August 31st, 2023: some hot plates had been obtained; however, egg cartons are still being used. Please discard the egg cartons and use a hot plate that is smooth, cleanable, and impervious to moisture. Update February 28, 2023:- Operator has ordered new hot plates for the facility and awaiting shipment. Egg carton (flats) were present in the kitchen. Operator said that these were used as hot plates.Discard the egg cartons as they are not a cleanable surface. Obtain hot plates that are smooth, non-absorbent to moisture, and easy to clean.
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Monitoring Inspection
3 infractions
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Some food items were being stored on the floor of the walk-in cooler. Please ensure all food is stored elevated off of the floor in the walk-in cooler to facilitate proper cleaning and protect from contamination.
- 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
- The facilities food handling permit was not posted in the facility. Please print and post a copy of the facilities valid food handling permit in a location that is visible to the public.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Update: August 31st, 2023: some hot plates had been obtained; however, egg cartons are still being used. Please discard the egg cartons and use a hot plate that is smooth, cleanable, and impervious to moisture. Update February 28, 2023:- Operator has ordered new hot plates for the facility and awaiting shipment. Egg carton (flats) were present in the kitchen. Operator said that these were used as hot plates.Discard the egg cartons as they are not a cleanable surface. Obtain hot plates that are smooth, non-absorbent to moisture, and easy to clean.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?