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120 - 1011 1 Street SW Calgary AB T2R 1J2 · Food - General
6 inspections
- Demand Inspection
1 infraction
- 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?
- 1. Slight gap/opening between double entry doors were observed for:-Double door leading to building lobby area-Double door leading to exterior (south wall)**Ensure gap is closed to provide proper pest proofing of doors.2. Due to size of facility- a pest control contract should be in-place for pest monitoring** obtain a contract for monthly pest monitoring
- 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?
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 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?
- Several flies observed throughout kitchen and bar area. The facility should be free from pests and controlled in a manner that prevents flies from increasing in numbers. Coordinate with a pest control professional to address the issues with the flies. In the meantime, ensure cleaning is conducted regularly and frequently to prevent the attraction of flies and cover food when not in use.
- 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?
- Demand Inspection
6 infractions
- 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- A fly light with dead flies was place on the counter where food was being prepared. The fly light should not be placed where food handling is occurring to prevent contamination of the food. Place the fly light in a place where no food handling occurs. The operator removed the fly light from the counter and sanitized the surface at the time of the inspection.
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- The glass washer was not dispensing iodine at the time of the inspection. The sanitizer line was connected to the detergent and the sanitizer bottle was empty. The glass washer must dispense between 12.5 to 25ppm of iodine to effectively sanitize food equipment. Obtain iodine sanitizer. In the meantime use the high-temperature dishwasher in the kitchen to clean and sanitize glassware.
- 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?
- Several flies observed throughout kitchen and bar area. The facility should be free from pests and controlled in a manner that prevents flies from increasing in numbers. Coordinate with a pest control professional to address the issues with the flies. In the meantime, ensure cleaning is conducted regularly and frequently to prevent the attraction of flies and cover food when not in use.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Ceiling tile is missing in the kitchen above the sandwich cooler. Please install a ceiling tile to prevent dust from falling where food is prepared below.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- No light covers installed for the lights above the dishwashing area. Light covers must be installed to prevent physical contamination of food where it is prepared. Obtain light covers and install accordingly.
- 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 light covers above the preparation sink is cracked. Light covers must be maintained in good condition to prevent physical contamination where food is prepared below. Obtain new light covers and install accordingly.
- 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- Demand 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?
- 1. Tile on the wall in the dishwashing area is missing. Replace the tile and ensure that the wall is smooth, cleanable and impervious to moisture.2. Minor refinishing needed on the wall in the handicap washroom. Refinish and/or repair the wall. Ensure that all surfaces are smooth, cleanable and non-absorbent to moisture.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Demand 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?
- 1. Tile on the wall in the dishwashing area is missing. Replace the tile and ensure that the wall is smooth, cleanable and impervious to moisture.2. Minor refinishing needed on the wall in the handicap washroom. Refinish and/or repair the wall. Ensure that all surfaces are smooth, cleanable and non-absorbent to moisture.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Initial 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?
- 1. Tile on the wall in the dishwashing area is missing. Replace the tile and ensure that the wall is smooth, cleanable and impervious to moisture.2. Minor refinishing needed on the wall in the handicap washroom. Refinish and/or repair the wall. Ensure that all surfaces are smooth, cleanable and non-absorbent to moisture.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?