Subway

Inspector's notes

Observed prep sink caulking to be missing, cracked, or otherwise in disrepair, rendering the area neither smooth, nor easily cleanable. Also observed large 2ftx2ft holes beneath the hand sink in the back food prep area, and beneath the faucet handles of the mop sink which leave plumbing exposed. Discussed repair timelines with PIC, who inputted work orders to address the issue. Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed establishment open and operating. Observed sewage actively backing up into the back of the establishment near the three-compartment sink, mop sink, and dry storage. Employee stated that this has been occurring for over three-days. Informed PIC that they need to close immediately. Informed PIC that their operating permit is suspended until the sewage is no longer backing up. A permit holder shall immediately discontinue operations and notify the regulatory authority if an imminent health hazard may exist because of an emergency such as a fire, flood, extended interruption of electrical or water service, sewage backup, misuse of poisonous or toxic materials, onset of an apparent foodborne illness outbreak, gross insanitary occurrence or condition, or other circumstance that may endanger public health. Corrective Action: Correct at once.

Inspector's notes

Observed food employee move from register to handwash sink before preparing sandwiches, where employee rinsed hands with soap and water for total of 10 seconds. Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing procedures with the person-in-charge (PIC). Proper handwashing procedure is to rinse hands with warm water, scrub with soap for 10-15 seconds, rinse with warm water, dry with approved drying provision, and turn off in a manner to prevent re-contamination of hands. Entire process should take approximately 20 seconds for full and proper handwashing to prevent spread of pathogens and contamination. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed buildup of organic matter on soda nozzles from fountain drink dispenser. Soda nozzles must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent the accumulation of organic matter. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Repeat Violation Priority Foundation-4-301.11, Pf: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Upon re-inspection beverage cooler was holding TCS food items between 50-54*F. Min/max thermometer showed an ambient temperature of 55*F. Items inside included Shamrock milk containers, simply orange juice (keep refrigerated on package), and simply lemonade (keep refrigerated on package). Per PIC items had been in there overnight and were willingly discarded. PIC will repair the unit so it holds TCS foods at 41*F or below. Repeat Violations: 2nd,Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. 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/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding. Beverage cooler near soda machine was holding at 59*F measured with min/max thermometer. TCS items inside unit included Shamrock milk containers, simply lemonade, and simply orange juice. TCS items were between 56-58*F with probe thermometer. PIC said that temperatures had not been taken day of inspection. Items were discarded by PIC and service will be called for unit so that it holds TCS foods at 41*F or below. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Priority Foundation-4-301.11, Pf: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Beverage cooler near soda fountain was holding TCS foods between 56-58*F. PIC will adjust unit so that it holds TCS foods at 41*F or below. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Core-4-204.112, C: Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality - No thermometer inside beverage cooler holding TCS items like milk. PIC will place a functional thermometer inside unit so that temperatures can be monitored. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection