7-Eleven

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Observed nozzle dispensers at soda/drink machine with organic matter build up. Informed PIC that all food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed employee restroom with soil and residue buildup in the inner part of the toilet. All plumbing fixtures (handwash sinks, urinals, and toilets) must be maintained clean. Clean prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed various cheese sticks, whole milk, and 2% milk with internal temperatures between 45*F-54*F in refrigerated display case directly next to shelving for retail water gallons. The person in charge (PIC) indicated they did not check internal temperatures of food items or the ambient air temperature of the case today, but a manager had utilized an infrared thermometer. PIC indicated the whole gallons of milk were placed in unit at approximately 7:30AM, while the cheese sticks and 2% milk had been in unit for more than 4 hours. The measured ambient temperature of the case was 34*F-41*F, via min/max thermometer. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. Whole milk was relocated to functioning walk-in refrigerator at time of inspection and all other TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC having unit adjusted to have less frequent or shorter defrost cycles to ensure internal food temperatures do not increase too much. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed reduced pressure zone (RPZ) assembly backflow device connected to coffee machine located under cabinet placed in empty food container without a proper wall mount. RPZ was observed to be laying flat in container with no proper drainage accessible. PIC states coffee machine is cleaned externally by removing attachments and properly sanitizing at three-compartment sink. PIC states no chemicals are flushed through the machine. A backflow prevention device shall be located so that it may be serviced and maintained. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must ensure RPZ backflow device is mounted horizontally to function and have drain for relief port routed to floor sink prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Addl Notes: Observed no cold-water handle at mop sink in back room. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. REPEAT VIOLATION (4TH CONSECUTIVE)

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Observed no cold-water handle at mop sink in back room. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. REPEAT VIOLATION (3RD CONSECUTIVE)

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Observed no cold-water handle at mop sink in back room. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. *2ND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION*

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Observed empty cardboard boxes, old rags, old racks, and general trash throughout the back room of the establishment. Rubbish, old equipment, and unnecessary items must be removed from the establishment. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed hot dogs and sliced bologna with internal temperatures between 46*F - 52*F in the refrigerated prep case. The person in charge indicated they did not check the temperature of the case today. Person in charge indicated they had been in case for more than 4 hours. The measured ambient temperature of the case 42.8*F using a min/max thermometer. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. All TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed 20+ small flying insects in the kitchen of the establishment. Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection on 07/19/24.

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Observed no cold-water handle at mop sink in back room. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. *2ND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION*

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Observed empty cardboard boxes, old rags, old racks, and general trash throughout the back room of the establishment. Rubbish, old equipment, and unnecessary items must be removed from the establishment. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: Hand Drying Provision. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox---Handwashing.>>>Observed no hand drying provisions (such as paper towels) in the bathroom or next to the hand sink in the food preparation area. Person in charge was informed there must be a supply of paper towels at all hand sinks. Person in charge supplied paper towel at all hand sinks. *CORRECTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION* Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Core-3-302.11 (A3-8) , C: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; General Food Protection. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4621/AMC-Toolbox---Cross-Contamination.>>>Observed hermetically sealed packages of raw back stored directly above hermetically sealed ready to eat burritos, charcuterie packs, apple sauce, lunchables, and pickles in the refrigerated grab and go case. Discussed with person in charge storing all ready to eat foods to prevent potential contamination from raw animal proteins; discussed storing all raw animal proteins so they are below or next to ready to eat foods. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained>>>Observed no handle for cold water of mop sink. Establishment must replace handle for cold water. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Repeat Violation Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions>>>Observed a puddle of red soda syrup under the soda syrup boxes in the back office. Establishment must be cleaned at a frequency that precludes the buildup of grime, food debris, and trash. Cleaning of the physical facilities is an important measure in ensuring the protection and sanitary preparation of food. A regular cleaning schedule should be established and followed to maintain the facility in a clean and sanitary manner. Primary cleaning should be done at times when foods are in protected storage and when food is not being served or prepared. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

Priority Foundation-7-102.11, Pf: Common Name-Working Containers>>>Observed a spray bottle with a yellow liquid but no label. Person in charge indicated they did not know what was stored in the bottle and discarded of the contents. Establishment must ensure that all chemicals are transferred to a working containers that are labelled with the chemical name to ensure it is not inadvertently misused. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions>>>Observed puddle of water under soda syrup rack. Person in charge indicated there was a water pipe leak that caused the puddle. No active leak observed. Establishment must clean up water and repair any source of leak. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection