BLOCK'S BAGELS, 6115 Mcnaughten Ctr, Columbus, OH 43232 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: BLOCK'S BAGELS
Address: 6115 Mcnaughten Ctr, Columbus, OH 43232
Total inspections: 13
Last inspection: Aug 15, 2012
Score
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100

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Inspection findings

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  • Attachments to walls and ceilings such as light fixtures, mechanical room ventilation system components, vent covers, wall mounted fans, decorative items, and other attachments were not easily cleanable.
  • Cutting board(s) are damaged so as to prevent them from being effectively cleaned and sanitized.
  • Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order. [multiple violations]
  • Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers.
  • Food-contact surfaces were dirty.
  • Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials.
  • Light bulbs were not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, or linens; or unwrapped single-service or single-use articles.
  • Non-food contact surfaces are dirty.
  • Ready-to-eat, time/temperature controlled for safety food was not discarded by the date mark, or was undated and not discarded or was not discarded when the date mark exceeded the required time/temperature combination.
  • Surfaces and/or utensils used for time / temperature controlled for safety foods not cleaned every four hours.
  • The air gap between a plumbing fixture and a piece of equipment is not sufficient to prevent back siphonage of contaminated water.
  • The person in charge failed to ensure that employees used proper methods to rapidly cool time / temperature controlled for safety foods.
  • The person in charge was unable to demonstrate the necessary food safety knowledge.
  • The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary.
  • Time/temperature controlled for safety foods are not being properly cooled within the allowed time period.
  • Time/temperature controlled for safety foods were being held at temperatures above 41 °F (5°C)..
  • Unsafe food was not discarded or properly reconditioned
  • Working containers of food are not properly labeled.
Inspection 30 day Apr 8, 2011 49
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Apr 8, 2011 100
No violation noted during this evaluation. - Apr 11, 2011 100
No violation noted during this evaluation. - Apr 20, 2011 100
  • After use, mops are not placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies.
  • Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order. [multiple violations]
  • Light bulbs were not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, or linens; or unwrapped single-service or single-use articles.
Followup Inspection Apr 21, 2011 96
  • Food employee(s) did not wash hands in situations that specifically require them to do so.
  • Food items are not protected from contamination during storage.
  • Food-contact surfaces not cleaned when they were contaminated.
  • Handwashing sink is being used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Improper use of a restricted use pesticide
  • Light bulbs were not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, or linens; or unwrapped single-service or single-use articles.
  • Ready-to-eat, time/temperature controlled for safety food was not discarded by the date mark, or was undated and not discarded or was not discarded when the date mark exceeded the required time/temperature combination.
  • Single-service articles or single-use articles were reused.
Standard Inspection Sep 13, 2011 76
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Sep 13, 2011 100
  • Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order.
  • Time/temperature controlled for safety foods were being held at temperatures above 41 °F (5°C)..
  • Unsafe food was not discarded or properly reconditioned
Followup Inspection Sep 27, 2011 89
No violation noted during this evaluation. Followup Inspection Oct 12, 2011 100
No violation noted during this evaluation. - Oct 24, 2011 100
  • A chlorine sanitizing solution was being used improperly.
  • Cloths that were in use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces were not being held between uses in a chemical sanitizer.
  • Non-food contact surfaces are dirty.
  • Single-service articles and single-use articles or cleaned and sanitized utensils were not handled, displayed, and dispensed so that contamination of food-contact and lip-contact surfaces is prevented.
  • Surfaces and/or utensils used for time / temperature controlled for safety foods not cleaned every four hours.
  • The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary.
  • Time/temperature controlled for safety foods were being held at temperatures above 41 °F (5°C)..
  • Unsafe food was not discarded or properly reconditioned
Standard Inspection Aug 1, 2012 76
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Aug 1, 2012 100
No violation noted during this evaluation. Followup Inspection Aug 15, 2012 100

Violation descriptions and comments

Apr 8, 2011

PIC Sharon
Updated Green Sign
Notes: Facility did not install prep sink as requested on change of ownership inspection. Will discuss with supervisor and be in contact with facility early next week.

Apr 8, 2011

IV, PIC Knowledge/ Demonstration of Knowledge
Observed PIC unable to demonstrate proper knowledge of cooling, hot holding and thermometer calibration. PIC must be properly trained/ knowledgeable in all aspects of food safety as it relates to his/ her job. This is important to ensure consumer safety. PIC has already completed level 1 Training. Recommend Servsafe for all PIC's/ Managers.
VII. Cooking, Reheating, Cooling, Hot and Cold holding.
Observed chicken in walk-in cooler holding at 120 degrees F. Chicken was made more than 2 hours prior placed in large plastic container and covered. Food was discarded. Foods must be properly cooled from 135-70 degrees within 2 hours and then 70-41 degrees or below within the next 4 hours to prevent harmful bacterial growth. PIC will ensure proper cooling by placing foods in shallow pans; store uncovered and take temperatures frequently.
Observed foods on salad cooler line holding above 41 degrees F. TTCS foods must hold below 41 degrees F to prevent bacterial growth. Food was discarded at time of inspection. Cooler will be fixed/ adjusted to hold all foods below 41 degrees F.
VIII. Date Marking
Observed cream cheese and soup in walk-in cooler not discarded when the date mark exceeded 7 days. All opened/ made TTCS foods must be used or discarded within 7 days to prevent large amounts of bacterial growth from making a consumer sick. Food was

Apr 11, 2011

On-site consultation with Sharon and Hal. Discussed CCP, Standard and Change of Ownership inspection reports.

Apr 20, 2011

with zak

Apr 21, 2011

PIC Steve
Per Christina Wilson and Carrie Kamm the kettle (sink) by the bagel oven is approved as a prep sink since it has a faucet and drain is an indirect drain. Photo's of kettle were taken. If kettle is removed a prep sink would need to be installed.
All critical violations from standard inspection have been corrected.

Sep 13, 2011

PIC Sharon
Updated green sign

Sep 13, 2011

PIC Lindsey
Discussed
Provided information
I. Employee Health (+) Has Policy
II. Personnel Cleanliness (+) Acceptable, food employees eat, and drink only in designated areas
III. Hand washing, Prevention of Contamination from Hands (-)
Observed an employee not washing hands after collecting money and then putting on gloves and making food. Hands must be washed often and in specific situations to prevent cross contamination.
CDC Risk Factor: Poor Personal Hygiene
IV. Person in Charge/Demonstration of Knowledge (+)
Manager has demonstrated knowledge through compliance with the food code
Manager demonstrated knowledge by responding to food safety questions regarding the operation
V. Thawing (+) As part of the cooking process, under refrigeration
VII. Cooking, Reheating, Cooling, Hot and Cold Holding (+) Hot foods are being held at 135 F or above and cold foods are being held at 41 F or below
VIII. Date Marking/Time as a Public Health Control (-)
Observed TCS food items that were undated and items that were not discarded by their date mark.
IX. Consumer Advisory (+) - if applicable
Animal foods are served raw, undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens. Consumers are informed about the increased risk of eating these foods
X. Highly Susceptible Populations NA
XI. Protection from contamination (-)
Observed restricted use

Sep 27, 2011

PIC Sharron
All critical violations were corrected at the time of the follow-up inspection. However, new critical violations were noted and a new follow-up inspection has been scheduled.

Oct 12, 2011

All TCS items have been removed from the prep top cooler. PIC stated that the unit is scheduled for repair sometime this week. Facility is not permitted to use the unit until it is repaired and the inspector has verified this. Please call Zak Orsborne at 645-5316 before using unit.

Oct 24, 2011

PIC Sharon
Facility has repaired prep top bagel station cooler. Unit is now able to keep TCS food items at 41F or below.
NCFA

Aug 1, 2012

PIC - Tani & Sharon; Updated green sign; * = Critical Violation
The report was discussed with the operator. All critical violations shall be corrected by the follow-up inspection or this facility will be referred to supervision for enforcement action.

Aug 1, 2012

VII - Cold Holding (-) Observed a prep cooler and a sandwich prep cooler that were holding time/temperature controlled for safety foods in the temperature danger zone. All TCS foods shall be held in equipment that is capable of keeping the food items at 41 F and below. All TCS foods held in the temperature danger zone were discarded during the inspection. CDC Risk Factor 1 - Improper Holding Temperatures
- All CCP's were discussed with the operator during the inspection.
- TCS = Time/Temperature controlled for safety

Aug 15, 2012

PIC - Tani; all violations listed on the previous inspection report have been corrected. Thank You!

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