Clearwater

Inspector's notes

Observed no soap at the handwashing sink. Notified person in charge and they provided soap at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed no soap at the handwashing sink. Notified person in charge and they provided soap at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed no chlorine test strips available at time of inspection. Discussed importance of having chlorine test strips to determine concentration of sanitizer levels. Correct/obtain prior to re-inspection on 9/11/2026.

Inspector's notes

Observed a gap at the bottom of the exterior door in the kitchen. Discussed ensuring that the door is adjusted properly to create an effective barrier from pests entering the kitchen by installing a door sweep, weather stripping or adjusting threshold. The Food Code requires exit doors to be solid, tight-fitting, and self-closing. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed a gallon of milk stored in the reach-in refrigerator with an internal temperature of 53F, probe thermometer, verified by PIC. PIC discarded the milk, see embargo form. Discussed the importance of maintaining cold food at 41F or less to limit pathogen growth and avoid causing foodborne illness. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling, or when time is used as a control all TCS food must be maintained at 41°F or less. See violation #33. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed the reach-in cooler with an ambient air temperature of 50.0F, min/max thermometer, verified by PIC. No additional refrigeration is available in the building and the refrigerator was above 41F for several days, according to the log. The TCS food in the unit had an internal temperature of 48F, see violation #22. PIC discarded the TCS food in the danger zone and will not use the refrigerator to store TCS food until the unit is maintaining 41F or less. A work order was created during the inspection. Equipment for cooling and cold holding TCS food must be sufficient in number and capacity to provide proper food temperatures (41F or below). Re-inspection 10 days. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed a gap at the bottom of the exterior door in the kitchen. Discussed ensuring that the door is adjusted properly to create an effective barrier from pests entering the kitchen by installing a door sweep, weather stripping or adjusting threshold. The Food Code requires exit doors to be solid, tight-fitting, and self-closing. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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No paper towels or hand drying device available for use at hand wash sink. Manager provided paper towels. Ensure that all hand wash sinks have paper towels or hand drying device available for use at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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There is a large hole in wall under the two compartment sink. Ensure that the wall is repaired properly to a smooth and easily cleanable surface. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Inspector's notes

2ND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION Observed the funnel drain assembly from the RPZ at the RO system and the dish machine drain line to be made of flexible tubing and sitting below the flood rim level of the floor sink. Please provide rigid drain lines with a minimum 1'air gap above the floor sink. 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 paper towels accessible at or near the handwashing sink next to the 2-compartment sink. PIC provided paper towels. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing; handwashing sinks must always be stocked with hot water, soap and paper towels. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Repeat Violation Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected >>> Observed a large gap (1-2") on the bottom of an exterior door to the kitchen. Discussed installing a door sweep, weather stripping or to adjust the threshold to provide an effective barrier against pests. PIC will contact maintenance after the inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 3rd

Repeat Violation Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment >>> Observed the laminate shelves, under the sinks and next to the dishwasher, to be in severe disrepair. The wood has become swollen, warped and is breaking away due to water damage. PIC has requested that the cabinets be replaced with stainless steel shelving. Kitchen surfaces must be smooth, easily cleanable, durable and non-absorbent to deter pest activity and pathogen growth. Repeat Violations: 2nd,Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Priority Foundation-4-302.14, Pf: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. 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/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces. >>> Observed purell sanitizer to be in use for surfaces in the serving area of the kitchen and the separate dish washing and food storage/prep area. Observed no test strips at the establishment for the purell sanitizer. Discussed the importance of testing sanitizing solutions in order to ensure the proper concentration. Please provide test strips within 10 days. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained >>> Observed the funnel drain assembly from the RPZ at the RO system and the dish machine to be made of flexible tubing and below the flood room level of the floor sinks. Please provide rigid drain lines with a minimum 1" air gap above the floor sink. Also observed the drain line of the RO system to be directly connected to the waste line of the handwashing sink. The RO system must not be directly connected; Re-route to the floor sink with an air gap. Please maintain plumbing in good repair. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14, P: When to Wash. >>> Observed several of the care staff enter the kitchen from the resident's living area and perform duties such as scooping ice, without washing hands first. Discussed washing hands upon entering the kitchen, prior to handling clean equipment or food. Hands should be washed between glove changes, when changing tasks, etc. to prevent contamination of food and equipment. PIC will train care staff when to properly wash hands or prohibit care staff from entering the kitchen and using the 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox---Handwashing. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Repeat Violation Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected >>> Observed a large gap (1-2") on the bottom of an exterior door to the kitchen. Discussed installing a door sweep, weather stripping or to adjust the threshold to provide an effective barrier against pests. PIC will contact maintenance after the inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment >>> Observed the laminate shelves, under the sinks and next to the dishwasher, to be in severe disrepair. The wood has become swollen, warped and is breaking away due to water damage. PIC has requested that the cabinets be replaced with stainless steel shelving. Kitchen surfaces must be smooth, easily cleanable, durable and non-absorbent to deter pest activity and pathogen growth. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection