QUALITY INN OF NORTHLAKE (BREAKFAST ROOM)

Observed employee using Ecolab peroxide multi surface cleaner on the food contact surface of the waffle maker. Ecolab peroxide multi surface cleaner and disinfectant that states shall not be used on food contact surface 511-6-1.07(6)(g) - Chemical Sanitizers, Criteria (P) (g) Chemical Sanitizers, Criteria. Chemical sanitizers, including chemical sanitizing solutions generated on-site, and other chemical antimicrobials applied to food-contact surfaces shall: 1. Meet requirements specified in 40 CFR 180.940 Tolerance exemptions for active and inert ingredients for use in antimicrobial formulations (Food-contact surface sanitizing solutions) P, or 2. Meet the requirements as specified in 40 CFR 180.2020 Pesticide Chemicals Not Requiring a Tolerance or Exemption from Tolerance-Non-food determinations. P.

Observed facility without handwashing sink. C/A:511-6-1.06(2)(g) - Handwashing Sinks, Nos/Capacities (Pf) (g) Handwashing Sinks, Numbers and Capacities. 1. Except as specified in paragraph 2 of this subsection, a food service establishment shall provide, a number of handwashing sinks necessary for convenient use by employees in areas specified under subsection (2)(l) of this Rule, and not fewer than one handwashing sink or fewer number of handwashing sinks required by law. Pf 2. If approved and capable of removing the types of soils encountered in the food operations involved, automatic handwashing facilities may be substituted for handwashing sinks in a food service establishment that has at least one handwashing sink.

Observed employee wipe faces with wiping cloth and then used wiping to wipe countertop for food prep. C/A: 511-6-1.03(5)(c) - When to Wash (P) (c) When to Wash. 1. Food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles P and: (i) After touching bare human body parts other than clean hands and clean, exposed arms; P (ii) After using the toilet room; P (iii) After caring for or handling service animals or aquatic animals; P (iv) After coughing, sneezing, using a handkerchief or disposable tissue, using tobacco products or electronic devices that simulate tobacco smoking, eating or drinking, except for drinking from a closed beverage container and the container is handled to prevent contamination of the hands;P (v) After handling soiled equipment or utensils; P (vi) During food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination and to prevent cross contamination when changing tasks; P (vii) When switching between working with raw food and working with ready-to-eat food; P (viii) Before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food; P and (ix) After engaging in other activities that contaminate the hands. P 2. All employees shall wash hands before leaving the restroom. All food employees leaving the restroom shall wash their hands again upon re-entering the fo.

Observed butter, yogurt and sour cream not holding a TCS food temp of 41F or below. C/A: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - Time/Temperature Control for Safety; Cold Holding (P) (f) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. P PIC was advised to move items to reach in freezer.

Observed employee washing dishes without any measurable amount of sanitizer. C/A: 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization-Temperature, pH, Concentration, Hardness (P,Pf) (n) Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization - Temperature, pH, Concentration, and Hardness. A chemical sanitizer used in a sanitizing solution for a manual or mechanical operation at contact times specified under subsection (8)(b)3 of this Rule shall meet the requirements specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(g), shall be used in accordance with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered label use instructions P, and shall be used as follows: 3. A quaternary ammonium compound solution shall have a minimum temperature of 75ºF (24ºC), P have a concentration as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(g) and as indicated by the manufacturer’s use directions included in the labeling, P and be used only in water with 500 ppm hardness or less or in water having a hardness no greater than specified by the EPA-registered label use instructions; P COS: Dishes were moved to dish pit to be rewashed.

Observed employee using Ecolab peroxide multi surface cleaner on the food contact surface of the waffle maker. Ecolab peroxide multi surface cleaner and disinfectant that states shall not be used on food contact surface 511-6-1.07(6)(g) - Chemical Sanitizers, Criteria (P) (g) Chemical Sanitizers, Criteria. Chemical sanitizers, including chemical sanitizing solutions generated on-site, and other chemical antimicrobials applied to food-contact surfaces shall: 1. Meet requirements specified in 40 CFR 180.940 Tolerance exemptions for active and inert ingredients for use in antimicrobial formulations (Food-contact surface sanitizing solutions) P, or 2. Meet the requirements as specified in 40 CFR 180.2020 Pesticide Chemicals Not Requiring a Tolerance or Exemption from Tolerance-Non-food determinations. P.

Observed CFSM expired March 2025. C/A:511-6-1.03(3)(c) - Certification Documentation (Pf) 2. A CFSM certificate which has expired, been revoked or suspended shall not be posted in the food service establishment. Given 30 days to obtain and submit copy to Niasia.Rouse@dph.ga.gov.

Observed facility without handwashing sink. C/A:511-6-1.06(2)(g) - Handwashing Sinks, Nos/Capacities (Pf) (g) Handwashing Sinks, Numbers and Capacities. 1. Except as specified in paragraph 2 of this subsection, a food service establishment shall provide, a number of handwashing sinks necessary for convenient use by employees in areas specified under subsection (2)(l) of this Rule, and not fewer than one handwashing sink or fewer number of handwashing sinks required by law. Pf 2. If approved and capable of removing the types of soils encountered in the food operations involved, automatic handwashing facilities may be substituted for handwashing sinks in a food service establishment that has at least one handwashing sink. Advised plan review shall be submitted by July 17, 2025.

Observed apples stored at self service area without properly washing. C/A: 511-6-1.04(4)(g) - Washing Fruits & Vegetables (Pf) (g) Washing Fruits and Vegetables. 1. Except as specified in paragraphs (g)2 and 3 of this subsection and except for whole, raw fruits and vegetables that are intended for washing by the consumer before consumption, raw fruits and vegetables shall be thoroughly washed in water, in a sink designated for that purpose only, to remove soil and other contaminants before being cut, combined with other ingredients, cooked, served, or offered for human consumption in ready-to-eat form. 2.Fruits and vegetables may be washed by using chemicals as specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(h) and a test kit or other device that accurately measures the active ingredient concentration of the fruit and vegetable wash solution may be provided. 3. Ready-to-eat food such as potatoes, soups, chili, sauces, etc., may be thawed, rehydrated, or cooled after cooking in the sink if the sink is cleaned and sanitized before ready to eat food is placed in the sink and again before washing whole, raw fruits and vegetables. This does not apply to ready to eat food that is served as raw or undercooked animal foods. 4. Devices used for on-site generation of chemicals meeting the requirements specified in 21 CFR 173.315, Chemicals used in the washing or to assist in the peeling of fruits and vegetables, for the washing of raw, whole fruits and vegetables shall be used in accordance wi.

Observed multiple cases of food items stored directly on floor. C/A: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - Food Storage (C) (q) Food Storage. 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. Advised to store at least 6 inches from the floor.

There was not a suitable thermometer provided and/or readily accessible to measure the internal temperatures of food product.

Observed facility without handwashing sink. Informed PIC to provide handwashing sink for employee to wash hands.

Permit not paid.

No test strips available and informed PIC to provide proper sanitizer solution for 3 compartment sink. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.

Observed hand washing sink removed from main kitchen area. Observed employee washing hands in 3 compartment sink. Informed manager to replace removed hand washing sink in kitchen area. Alicia Watts /Manager stated that employee use the hand sink in the breakroom which is several steps away from the kitchen. Informed Manager to provide hand sink in main kitchen/laundry area. The compartment sink is located in laundry room.