D.C. licensed sewage & liquid waste transport contractor:
N/A
D.C. licensed pesticide operator/contractor:
No Contract
D.C. licensed ventilation hood system cleaning contractor:
N/A
FOODBORNE ILLNESS RISK FACTORS AND PUBLIC HEALTH INTERVENTIONS
Compliance Status
COS
R
Supervision
IN
OUT
1.
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
IN
OUT
2.
Certified Food Protection Manager
Employee Health
IN
OUT
3.
Management, food employee, and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities, and reporting
IN
OUT
4.
Proper use of restriction and exclusion
IN
OUT
5.
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Good Hygienic Practices
IN
OUT
N/O
6.
Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
IN
OUT
N/O
7.
No discharge from eyes, nose, and mouth
Control of Hands as a Vehicle of Contamination
IN
OUT
N/O
8.
Hands clean and properly washed
IN
OUT
N/A
N/O
9.
No bare hand contact with RTE foods or a pre-approved alternate procedure properly allowed
IN
OUT
10.
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Approved Source
IN
OUT
11.
Food obtained from approved source
IN
OUT
N/A
N/O
12.
Food received at proper temperature
IN
OUT
13.
Food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
IN
OUT
N/A
N/O
14.
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Protection from Contamination
IN
OUT
N/A
15.
Food separated and protected
IN
OUT
N/A
16.
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
IN
OUT
17.
Proper disposition of returned, previously served, reconditioned, and unsafe food
Potentially Hazardous Food (Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food)
IN
OUT
N/A
N/O
18.
Proper cooking time and temperatures
IN
OUT
N/A
N/O
19.
Proper reheating procedures for hot holding
IN
OUT
N/A
N/O
20.
Proper cooling time and temperature
IN
OUT
N/A
N/O
21.
Proper hot holding temperatures
IN
OUT
N/A
22.
Proper cold holding temperatures
IN
OUT
N/A
N/O
23.
Proper date marking and disposition
IN
OUT
N/A
N/O
24.
Time as a public health control: procedures and records
Consumer Advisory
IN
OUT
N/A
25.
Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foods
Highly Susceptible Populations
IN
OUT
N/A
26.
Pasteurized foods used; prohibited foods not offered
Chemical
IN
OUT
N/A
27.
Food additives: approved and properly used
IN
OUT
N/A
28.
Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used
Conformance with Approved Procedures
IN
OUT
N/A
29.
Compliance with variance, specialized process, and HACCP plan
GOOD RETAIL PRACTICES
Compliance Status
COS
R
Safe Food and Water
IN
OUT
N/A
30.
Pasteurized eggs used where required
IN
OUT
31.
Water and ice from approved source
IN
OUT
N/A
32.
Variance obtained for specialized processing methods
Food Temperature Control
IN
OUT
33.
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
IN
OUT
N/A
N/O
34.
Plant food properly cooked for hot holding
IN
OUT
N/A
N/O
35.
Approved thawing methods used
IN
OUT
36.
Thermometers provided and accurate
Food Identification
IN
OUT
37.
Food properly labeled; original container
Prevention of Food Contamination
IN
OUT
38.
Insects, rodents, and animals not present
IN
OUT
39.
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, and display
IN
OUT
N/A
40.
Personal cleanliness
IN
OUT
41.
Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
IN
OUT
N/A
N/O
42.
Washing fruits and vegetables
Proper Use of Utensils
IN
OUT
43.
In-use utensils: properly stored
IN
OUT
44.
Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, and handled
IN
OUT
45.
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored and used
IN
OUT
N/A
46.
Gloves used properly
Utensils, Equipment, and Vending
IN
OUT
47.
Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
IN
OUT
48.
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, and used; test strips
IN
OUT
49.
Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Physical Facilities
IN
OUT
50.
Hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
IN
OUT
51.
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
IN
OUT
52.
Sewage and waste water properly disposed
IN
OUT
53.
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, and cleaned
IN
OUT
54.
Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
IN
OUT
55.
Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
IN
OUT
56.
Adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
IN = in compliance
OUT = not in compliance
N/O = not observed
N/A = not applicable
COS = corrected on-site
R = repeat violation
Establishment Name
UNION LIQUOR 2012
Establishment Address
1537 GOOD HOPE RD SE
OBSERVATIONS
25 DCMR
CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
1. - New owner or staff is not present at time of inspection.
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 3 CALENDAR DAYS)
200.1
The licensee shall be the person in charge or shall designate a person in charge, who shall serve as an on-site manager or supervisor. The licensee shall ensure that a person in charge is present at the food establishment during all hours of operation. Pf
38. - Rat droppings observed in basement and mice droppings observed in back caged storage room and on food shelves.
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 3 CALENDAR DAYS)
3210.1
The premises shall be maintained free of insects, rodents, and other pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: Pf (a) Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; Pf (b) Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; Pf (c) Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified in Sections 3402, 3410 and 3411; Pf and (d) Eliminating harborage conditions. Pf
38. - Back door near trash holding area has gaps at the bottom. No door jam or seal.
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 14 CALENDAR DAYS)
2912.1
Except as otherwise specified in Sections 2912.2 through 2912.5, the outer openings of a food establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (a) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; (b) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and (c) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors.
38. - Neither the name of the establishment's licensed Pesticide Operator/contractor nor its pest extermination services contract are available.
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 3 CALENDAR DAYS)
3210.2
The licensee shall maintain a copy of the establishment's professional service contract and service schedule, and the following documents shall be available for inspection: Pf (a) Name and address of its District-licensed Pesticide Operator/contractor; (b) Frequency of pest extermination services provided under the contract; and (c) Date pest extermination services were last provided to the establishment.
47. - Cardboard lining on food shelves.
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 3 CALENDAR DAYS)
1408.1
Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.
54. - Trash contract not available at time of inspection.
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 3 CALENDAR DAYS)
2717.2
The licensee shall maintain a copy of the establishment's professional service contract and the following documents shall be available for inspection: Pf (a) Name and address of its D.C. licensed trash or solid waste contractor; (b) Duration of the contract; and (c) Frequency of trash or solid waste collection services provided under the contract.
55. - Missing tiles on floor near front entrance.
Holes in wall near back door.
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 14 CALENDAR DAYS)
2802.1
Except as specified in Section 2802.2, materials for indoor floor, wall, and ceiling surfaces under conditions of normal use shall be: (a) Smooth, durable, and easily cleanable for areas where food establishment operations are conducted; (b) Closely woven and easily cleanable carpet for carpeted areas; and (c) Nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, warewashing areas, toilet rooms, mobile food establishment servicing areas, and areas subject to flushing or spray cleaning methods.
55. - Old or unused equipment stored in the establishment in the basement.
Tools and other unneeded items stored in the establishment in the basement.
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 14 CALENDAR DAYS)
3213.1
The premises shall be free of: (a) Items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used; and (b) Litter.
55. - Broken bottles, dirt, and debris on floors in basement area.
Dust and dirt observed at front counter.
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 14 CALENDAR DAYS)
3201.1
The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
56. - There is insufficient lighting (blown bulb) at indoor trash area near back door.
(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 14 CALENDAR DAYS)
3008.1(a)
The light intensity shall be: At least one hundred eight (108) lux or ten (10) foot candles at a distance of seventy-five centimeters (75 cm) or thirty inches (30 in.) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning.
Temperatures
Item/Location
Temp
Item/Location
Temp
Item/Location
Temp
Item/Location
Temp
(Refrigerator - beverage)
36.0F
(Reach-in Freezer)
-4.0F
Inspector Comments:
Not approved for issuance of business license.
Please correct all stated items within 3 days. Please correct all stated items within 14 days.
DC Health does not assign a grade, percentage, or rating for establishment inspection reports. We perform a pass-fail inspection. The amount of Priority, Priority Foundation, and Core violations are tallied at the top of each inspection report. DC Health also performs follow up inspections to ensure the violations which were cited on the initial report have been corrected. To view an establishment's inspection report, follow this link: https://dc.healthinspections.us.
