Tandoori Kona
782B Carmichael Lane Hinton AB T7V 0A6 · Food - General
15 inspections
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Observed a leaking pipe connected to the hot water tank in the mechanical room, resulting in water pooling on the floor.- Please fix the leak.July 2 update: The leak has stopped. The leaking pipe was temporarily repaired and is awaiting permanent maintenance.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Monitoring Inspection
6 infractions
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- 1. Observed a sack of flour stored on the floor in the dry food storage room.- Please ensure food items are stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Corrected during inspection.2. Observed soiled food trays stored on the floor underneath the dishwashing sink. Facility staff mentioned that they are soiled and to be washed. - Food equipment and utensils must be stored in a sanitary manner, whether clean or soiled. Corrected during inspection.
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- Observed improper cooling of cooked chicken: two trays were stacked, with one tray placed directly on top of the other. - Stacking trays prevents adequate air flow, slowing the cooling process. - There is a risk of cross-contamination, as the underside of the upper tray may not be clean and could contaminate the chicken below. > Discussed proper cooling process with facility staff.
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- The hand sink at the entrance of the dry food storage room was obstructed by food and food equipment. - Hand sinks must be easily accessible for handwashing at all times. Corrected during inspection.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Observed a leaking pipe connected to the hot water tank in the mechanical room, resulting in water pooling on the floor.- Please fix the leak.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Observed grease build up on ceiling fan and its surround. - Please clean
- 24. Is solid and liquid waste being managed in a suitable manner?
- Observed a broken garbage container in the kitchen that is not leak-proof.- Please provide a garbage container that is maintained in a good working condition.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
3 infractions
- 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
- No paper towels were available at the staff washroom handwashing basin.- Corrected during inspection.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Observed dust on multiple plastic bulk food storage food equipment in the dry food storage room. - Please ensure all food equipment is maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Observed the following housekeeping concerns:- Food debris and dust on the kitchen ceiling, particularly on and around the ceiling fan.- Dust accumulation on food shelving in the dry food storage room.- The staff washroom sink basin is not maintained in a sanitary condition.Please clean and sanitize these areas.
- 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
- Monitoring Inspection
1 infraction
- 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 hot water tap at the cooking area hand sink was not operational—no hot water was available from the tap. Food handlers reported the tap went out of order on October 13 and that they were washing hands at the hand sink located near the dry food storage area.- Corrected at the time of inspection.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
6 infractions
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Observed a wet used cleaning cloth left on a preparation table in the kitchen. - Discussed that wet used cleaning cloths need to be stored in a sanitizer solution (100 ppm chlorine/bleach or 200 ppm quat) when not in use. - Corrected at the time of inspection.
- 05. Do food handlers refrain from handling food while ill and have acceptable attire and hygiene?
- Observed a food handler handling clean dishes, before washing hands, after handling unclean equipment in the dishwasher area.Please ensure food handlers are washing hands properly and frequently, especially after handling contaminated equipment, before handling clean dishes, after using washroom, before wearing glove, after a break, and whenever hands become dirty.
- 09. Are chemicals stored and handled in a safe manner?
- Noted cleaning chemicals stored along with other foods (canned ketchup, sacks of potatoes, sacks of onions) in the small dry food/vegetables storage room. Please ensure chemicals are stored separately from food to prevent contamination.
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- The hand sink at the entrance of the dry storage area was obstructed with a bucket. Please ensure dedicated hand sinks are easily accessisble for handwashing and are not obstructed.
- 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
- More than 200 ppm chlorine was detected in a container of sanitizing solution used to sanitize food contact surfaces.- Adjusted to 100 ppm at the time of inspection
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Noted ice build-up on the walk-in freezer door.Please investigate the freezer.
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- 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?
- The hot water faucet of the hand sink by the walk-in cooler was not in operation - no hot water was available for handwashing.The faucet was fixed at the time of inspection.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- The following areas are not maintained in clean and sanitary condition:- equipment legs and hard to reach areas in the kitchen - the kitchen floor- kitchen sink nozzles/faucets ** Please clean and sanitize the above areas to ensure sanitary food operation.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
2 infractions
- 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
- The public washrooms handwashing stations were not supplied with paper towels. Corrected at the time of inspection.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- The following areas were observed to be not maintained in a clean and sanitary condition: - the kitchen hand sink - the exterior of the mechanical dishwasher and the floor underneath it Please clean to maintain sanitary food operation.
- 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
3 infractions
- 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- - Observed 2 sacks of lentil, 10 sacks of rice, and spices in the upstairs storage room that is accessible using a ladder. The upstairs storage room is not easily accessible for inspection. - Mouse droppings were observed in the upstairs storage room where bulk lentil and rice are stored. ** Please ensure that foods are protected from contamination including mouse droppings. ** ** Please ensure that foods are stored in such a way that they can easily be accessible for monitoring and inspection.
- 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?
- Mouse droppings were observed in the upstairs rooms/food and non-food item storage areas: - in the camera room - in the bathroom/shower room - in the area where bulk rice and lentil are stored.Please ensure that the food facility is free from mouse.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Observed the following areas not maintained in clean and sanitary conditions: - ceiling tile fans - ceiling in the kitchen - appeared yellow from greaseNov 30: Manager advised the kitchen ceiling is scheduled to be repainted and ceiling fans will be cleaned at the same time.
- 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
2 infractions
- 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 permit was not posted in the facility. Please post the food handling permit in the facility in a manner that it can easily be seen by customers.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Observed the following areas not maintained in clean and sanitary conditions: - ceiling tile fans - ceiling in the kitchen - appeared yellow from greaseNov 30: Manager advised the kitchen ceiling is scheduled to be repainted and ceiling fans will be cleaned at the same time.
- 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?
- Monitoring Inspection
6 infractions
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Observed a scoop stored in a bulk food container in such a way that the handle was in direct contact with flour. Please store scoops in 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?
- Observed the hand sink in front of the dishwasher being blocked with utensils (not accessible). Please ensure dedicated hand sinks are easily accessible for handwashing and are not blocked at all times.
- 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?
- - Observed mouse droppings under the counter in the bar area. * Advised manager/facility staff to clean and sanitize with bleach the area contaminated with mouse droppings. The AHS safe clean-up of mouse droppings document provided to manager/facility staff at the time of inspection. * The need to place mouse traps was discussed. One mouse trap was placed under the counter in the bar area at the time of inspection.
- 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 permit was not posted in the facility. Please post the food handling permit in the facility in a manner that it can easily be seen by customers.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Observed two bulk flour containers that were not maintained in sanitary manner.Please clean and sanitize.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Observed the following areas not maintained in clean and sanitary conditions: - hand sinks - the wall behind the 3-compartment sink (food debris noted) - equipment legs, such as rolling carts - exteriors of garbage containers - ceiling tile fans - ceiling in the kitchen - appeared yellow from grease
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?