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Walker Lake Meat Shop

904 - 10474 Cityscape Drive NE Calgary AB T3N 1B4 · Food - General

5 inspections

  1. 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?
      • There was a noticeable gap between the floor and the back door due to missing weather stripping.Please install proper weather stripping to seal the gap and prevent the entry of pests.
  2. Monitoring Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • Some meat had fallen out of a box and was found on the floor of the walk-in freezer.The inspector reminded the operator that food must be protected from contamination and stored off the floor at all times. The operator was instructed to discard the fallen meat and ensure that all food items are securely stored to prevent future occurrences.
    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Garbage bags were used to store frozen meat.Please store food in food grade bags 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 handwashing sink was obstructed with a muti-tier rack and table. The table and muti-tier rack was moved to a different location. The operator was informed to ensure the handwashing sink is accessible at all times.
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • The hot water faucet at the handwashing sink was leaking, prompting the operator to shut off the water supply to the sink.The inspector informed the operator that access to both hot and cold running water at the handwashing sink is required at all times, and that the business cannot operate without a functional handwashing sink. The operator contacted a plumber, who confirmed they would be onsite the same day to complete the necessary repairs. In the meantime, the inspector instructed the operator to leave the tap running to ensure access to water until the repairs are completed.
    • 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?
      • There was a noticeable gap between the floor and the back door due to missing weather stripping.Please install proper weather stripping to seal the gap and prevent the entry of pests.
  3. Initial Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Demand Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
      • A probe thermometer was not provided. Please obtain a probe thermometer that can be used to monitor foods between 0C and 100C.**Aug 19, 2024: improper probe thermometer obtained. Meat thermometer provided does not provide range between 0C and 100C.
    • 17. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Critical)?
      • Cooking equipment were still set on pallets and not set up/connected under ventilation system. Please connect/install and set in place.
    • 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
      • Walk-in freezer condenser line and hot water tank drainage lines were resting on top of floor near floor drain. Install funnel for pipes so water drains properly and will not pool onto floor.
    • 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) Missing baseboard next to door in staff bathroom. Please install.2) Floor around what appears to have been a drain/cleanout is not capped. Please install a cap so area is easily cleanable.3) Stainless steel wall panel on cooking side was not secured. Please ensure panels are installed properly and area finished for easy cleaning/maintenance.
    • 26. Have plans for construction or alteration of this facility been submitted for approval?
      • Facility not constructed to plan. Mop sink installed next to 3 comp equipment wash sinks and across drain table without closet/barrier between. Install a closet or wall of adequate height above drain rack. All surfaces must be smooth, nonporous and easily cleanable. Relocate drain table at least 5 feet away from mop sink.**Aug 19, 2024: barrier flimsy and was loose/wobbly. Properly install and secure to wall/floor.
  5. Demand Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
      • A probe thermometer was not provided. Please obtain a probe thermometer that can be used to monitor foods between 0C and 100C.
    • 17. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Critical)?
      • Cooking equipment were still set on pallets and not set up/connected under ventilation system. Please connect/install and set in place.
    • 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) Bathroom door that opened into the food processing area was missing a self-closure device. Please install.2) Missing baseboard next to door in staff bathroom. Please install.3) Large hole in wall under hand sink where water supply/drainage lines feed through. Please seal wall area so it is smooth, nonporous and easily cleanable.4) Floor around what appears to have been a drain/cleanout is not capped. Please install a cap so area is easily cleanable.5) Stainless steel wall panel on cooking side was not secured. Please ensure panels are installed properly and area finished for easy cleaning/maintenance.
    • 26. Have plans for construction or alteration of this facility been submitted for approval?
      • Facility not constructed to plan. Mop sink installed next to 3 comp equipment wash sinks and across drain table without closet/barrier between. Install a closet or wall of adequate height above drain rack. All surfaces must be smooth, nonporous and easily cleanable. Relocate drain table at least 5 feet away from mop sink.