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RUSTY TACO

775 GRAPEVINE HWY 400 HURST, TX 76054

Retail Food Establishment Inspection Report | Routine

April 17, 2024
Demerits & Grade: 24 Grade:
Observations & Corrective Actions

2: Observed individual small plastic containers of tomato based salsas at 61F in front self-service cold-holding unit.
Corrective Actions: Must maintain all cold-hold TCS foods (tomato based salsa) at or below 41F at all times or document time taken off of temperature control and discard remaining containers after 4 hours. If holding on time, must document time placed and discard time (not to exceed 4 hours).

9: Observed multiple containers of uncovered food throughout the establishment (2 containers of queso in warmer next to chip warmer, plastic bag of potatoes in walk-in cooler, large white container of sugar under prep table directly across from back handsink).
Corrective Actions: Must cover/protect all containers of food when not actively in use.

10: Observed dark foreign debris on inner surface of nozzles at soda dispenser in customer service area.
Corrective Actions: Must wash, rinse, and sanitize nozzles daily. Recommend using a bristle brush to remove debris during wash step.

10: Observed no sanitizer bucket prepared at start of inspection.
Corrective Actions: Must have sanitizer solution prepared at start of operations and changed throughout operating hours as necessary.

10: Observed mold-like growth on inner components of ice machine (black lip above the ice and blue walls where black lip meets).
Corrective Actions: Must empty, wash, rinse, and sanitize the ice machine per manufacturer’s instructions.

18: Observed multiple unlabeled spray bottles of various liquids handing on metal shelving unit near ice machine.
Corrective Actions: Must label all working containers with common name of chemical.

21: Observed no Certified Food Manager (CFM) onsite during inspection.
Corrective Actions: Must have a CFM onsite at all times during hours of operation.

29: Observed broken thermometer in walk-in cooler.
Corrective Actions: Must have working internal thermometers in all cold-holding units, placed in the warmest part of the unit.

31: Observed soiled wiping cloth in handsink near 3-compartment sink and plastic jug used to fill tortilla warmer in handsink near stove.
Corrective Actions: Must use handwashing sinks for hand washing only.

32: Observed broken gasket on door to walk-in cooler.
Corrective Actions: Must repair to ensure proper internal temperature is maintained in walk-in cooler.

42: Observed mold-like growth on gaskets of prep cooler across from fryers and on door to walk-in cooler.
Corrective Actions: Must clean.

45: Observed accumulation of dust at air vents through out the back kitchen.
Corrective Actions: Must clean to prevent environmental contamination.

46: Observed no covered trash can in women’s restroom.
Corrective Actions: Must have covered trash in women’s restroom.

47: Observed no CFM certificate posted in view of public.
Corrective Actions: Must conspicuously post a CFM certificate in view of the public.

Additional Comments

No comments

Observations
1.Time and Temperature for Food Safety
NO
1 Proper cooling time & temperature
Compliant
Observations
OUT
2 Proper cold holding temperature (41°F/45°F)
Repeat Observed
Observations
IN
3 Proper hot holding temperature (135°F)
Compliant
Observations
NO
4 Proper cooking time & temperature
Compliant
Observations
NO
5 Proper reheating procedure for hot holding (165°F in 2 hours)
Compliant
Observations
NA
6 Time as a public health control: procedures & records
Compliant
Observations
Approved Source
IN
7 Food & ice obtained from approved source; good condition, safe & unadulterated; parasite destruction
Compliant
Observations
NO
8 Food received at proper temperature
Compliant
Observations
Protection from Contamination
OUT
9 Food separated & protected, prevented during food preparation, storage, display, & tasting
Observed
Observations
OUT
10 Food contact surfaces & returnables; cleaned and sanitized
Observed
Observations
OUT
10 Food contact surfaces & returnables; cleaned and sanitized
Observed
Observations
OUT
10 Food contact surfaces & returnables; cleaned and sanitized
Observed
Observations
IN
11 Proper disposition of food returned, previously service or reconditioned
Compliant
Observations
Employee Health
NO
12 Management, food employees & conditional employees; knowledge, responsibilities, & reporting
Compliant
Observations
IN
13 Proper use of restriction and exclusion; no discharge from eyes, nose, and mouth
Compliant
Observations
Preventing Contamination by Hands
NO
14 Hands cleaned & properly washed/gloves use properly
Compliant
Observations
IN
15 No bare hand contact with ready to eat foods or approved alternate method properly followed
Compliant
Observations
Highly Susceptible Populations
NA
16 Pasteurized foods used; prohibited food not offered, pasteurized eggs used when required
Compliant
Observations
Chemicals
NO
17 Food additives; approved, properly stored; washing fruits & vegetables
Compliant
Observations
OUT
18 Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
Observed
Observations
Water/Plumbing
IN
19 Water from approved source; plumbing installed; proper backflow device
Compliant
Observations
IN
20 Approved sewage/wastewater disposal system, proper disposal
Compliant
Observations
Demonstation of Knowledge/Personnel
OUT
21 Person in charge present, demonstration of knowledge, & perform duties/certified food manager (CFM)
Observed
Observations
IN
22 Food handler/no unauthorized persons/personnel
Compliant
Observations
Safe Water, Recordkeeping & Food Package Labeling
IN
23 Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure safe
Compliant
Observations
NA
24 Required records available (shellstock tags; parasite destruction); packaged food labeled
Compliant
Observations
Conformance with Approved Procedures
NA
25 Compliance with variance, specialized process, and HACCP plan; variance obtained for specialized processing methods; manufacturer instructions
Compliant
Observations
Consumer Advisory
NO
26 Posting consumer advisories; raw/under cooked foods (Disclosure/reminder/buffet plate) allergen label
Compliant
Observations
Food Temperature Control/Identification
IN
27 Proper cooling method used; equipment adequate to maintain product temperature
Compliant
Observations
IN
28 Proper date marking & disposition
Compliant
Observations
OUT
29 Thermometers provided, accurate, & calibrated; chemical/thermal test strips
Observed
Observations
Permit Requirement, Prerequisite for Operation
IN
30 Food establishment permit (current & valid)
Compliant
Observations
Utensils, Equipment, and Vending
OUT
31 Adequate handwashing facilities; accessible & properly supplied, used
Observed
Observations
OUT
32 Food and non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Observed
Observations
IN
33 Warewashing facilities; installed, maintained, used/service sink or curb cleaning facility provided
Compliant
Observations
Prevention of Food Contamination
IN
34 No evidence of insect contamination, rodents/animals
Compliant
Observations
IN
35 Personal cleanliness/eating, drinking or tobacco use
Compliant
Observations
IN
36 Wiping clothes; properly used & stored
Compliant
Observations
IN
37 Environmental contamination
Compliant
Observations
IN
38 Approved thawing method
Compliant
Observations
Proper Use of Utensils
IN
39 Utensils, equipment, & linens; properly used, stored, dried, & handled/ in use utensils; properly used
Compliant
Observations
IN
40 Single-service articles; properly stored & used
Compliant
Observations
Food Identification
IN
41 Original container labeling (bulk food)
Compliant
Observations
Physical Facilities
OUT
42 Non-food contact surfaces clean
Observed
Observations
IN
43 Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Compliant
Observations
IN
44 Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Compliant
Observations
OUT
45 Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Observed
Observations
OUT
46 Toilet facilities; properly constructed, supplied, & clean
Observed
Observations
OUT
47 Other violations
Observed
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