CHAMPAIGN-URBANA PUBLIC HEALTH DISTRICT
201 W. Kenyon Rd
Champaign, Illinois       61820-7807
217-373-7900      www.c-uphd.org
ESTABLISHMENT  SURVEY  REPORT
Permit Number:
  2276
Date:
  08/23/17
ESTABLISHMENT:  Best of Africa's Food Store ADDRESS:  208 W Griggs ST
OWNER OR OPERATOR:  Memoire Budimbu Mabiza CITY:  URBANA ZIP:  61801
BASED ON AN INSPECTION THIS DAY, THE ITEMS MARKED BELOW IDENTIFY VIOLATIONS OF THE  CHAMPAIGN-URBANA  FOOD SERVICE ORDINANCE, THE SANITARY INSPECTION LAW AND RULES PROMULGATED UNDER THESE ACTS. FAILURE TO CORRECT THESE VIOLATIONS WITHIN THE TIME SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN PROSECUTION UNDER THE ENFORCEMENT PROVISIONS OF THESE ACTS.
ALL  4  AND  5  POINT  ITEMS  MUST  BE  CORRECTED  IMMEDIATELY;  ALL  OTHER  VIOLATIONS  MUST  BE  CORRECTED  WITHIN
NI
   DAYS.
**********MAJOR VIOLATION CORRECTION SHEET LEFT: YES  NO  IF YES, RETURN WITHIN 10 DAYS OF THE ABOVE DATE!**********
*=CRITICAL VIOLATION, REQUIRING IMMEDIATE CORRECTION.
ITEM  WT  IN DESCRIPTION
Food
1. * 5 OUT Source: Sound Condition. No spoilage
2. 1 OUT Original container; properly labeled
Food Protection
3. * 5 OUT Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirements during storage, preparation, display, service, and transport.
4. * 4 OUT Facilities to maintain product temperature
5. 1 IN Thermometers provided and conspicuous
6. 2 IN Potentially hazardous food properly thawed
7. * 4 OUT Unwrapped and potentially hazardous food not re-served. Cross-Contamination
8. 2 OUT Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation.
9. 2 IN Handling food (ice) minimized, methods
10. 1 IN Food (ice) dispensing utensils properly stored
11. * 5 IN Personnel with infections restricted
12. * 5 OUT Hands washed and clean, good hygienic practices
13. 1 IN Clean clothes, hair restraints
Food Equipment/Utensils
14. 2 OUT Food (ice) contact surfaces: designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
15. 1 OUT Non-food contact surfaces: designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
16. 2 IN Dishwashing facilities: designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
17. 1 OUT Accurate thermometers, chemical test kits provided, gauge cock
18. 1 NO Pre-flushed, scraped, soaked
19. 2 NO Wash, rinse water: clean, proper temperature
ITEM  WT  IN DESCRIPTION
20. * 4 OUT Sanitation rinse: clean, temperature, concentration
21. 1 NO Wiping cloths: clean, use restricted
22. 2 IN Food contact surface of equipment and utensils clean, free of abrasives and detergents
23. 1 OUT Non-food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
24. 1 IN Storage, handling of clean equipment-utensils
25. 1 IN Single-service articles, storage, dispensing
26. 2 IN No re-use of single-service articles
Water
27. * 5 OUT Water source; safe: hot and cold under pressure
Sewage
28. * 4 IN Sewage & waste water disposal
Plumbing
29. 1 IN Installed, maintained
30. * 5 IN Cross-connection, backsiphonage, backflow
Toilet & Handwashing Facilities
31. * 4 OUT Number, convenient, accessible, designed, installed
32. 2 OUT Toilet rooms enclosed, self-closing doors, fixtures, good repair, clean: hand cleanser, sanitary towels/hand drying devices provided, proper waste receptacles, tissues
Garbage & Refuse Disposal
33. 2 IN Containers/receptacles covered, adequate number, insect/rodent proof, frequency, clean
34. 1 IN Outside storage area, enclosures properly constructed, clean; controlled incineration
ITEM  WT  IN DESCRIPTION
Insect, Rodent, Animal Control
35. * 4 OUT Presence of insects/rodents outer openings protected, no birds, turtles or other animals
Floors, Walls, & Ceilings
36. 1 IN Floors: constructed, drained, clean, good repair, covering, installation, dustless cleaning methods
37. 1 OUT Walls, ceiling, attached equipment: constructed, good repair, clean surfaces, dustless cleaning methods
Lighting
38. 1 IN Lighting provided as required, fixtures shielded
Ventilation
39. 1 IN Rooms and equipment - vented
Dressing Rooms
40. 1 IN Rooms clean, lockers provided, facilities clean
Other Operations
41. * 5 OUT Toxic items properly stored, labeled and used
42. 1 OUT Premises maintained, free of litter, unnecessary articles cleaning/maintenance equipment properly stored, authorized personnel
43. 1 NA Complete separation from living/sleeping quarter, laundry
44. 1 IN Clean, soiled linen properly stored
45. * 0 OUT Certified personnel as required
Administrative
46. 0 IN Administrative Rules
SCORE: 43 CRITICAL X 5% = 55.00 REPEATS X 2% = 14.00 ADJ. SCORE: -26.00
 
 
IN = In Compliance OUT = Out of Compliance NA = Not Applicable NO = Not Observed
 
Critical Violations:
Item Status Rule # Rule Observed
1.* COS 750.3000 Meat products which are prepared, packaged and labeled in establishments operating under the inspection of the United States Department of Agriculture, pursuant to the authority of the Federal Wholesome Meat Act and regulations promulgated thereunder and meat products which are prepared and labeled in establishments operating under the inspection of the Illinois Department of Agriculture, pursuant to the authority of the Meat and Poultry Inspection Act (Ill. Rev. Stat. 1991, ch. 56½, pars. 301 et seq.) and regulations promulgated thereunder, shall not be subject to the requirements of Subpart L. Various cuts of meats that were for sale in the coolers did not have a traceable mark of USDA inspection. COS: Embargoed.
3.* COS 750.151d1-4 A date-marking system that meets the criteria stated in subsections (a) and (b) of this Section may include; 1)Using a method approved by the regulatory authority for refrigerated, ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food that is frequently rewrapped, such as lunchmeat or a roast, or for which date marking is impractical, such as soft serve mix or milk in a dispensing machine; 2)Marking the date or day of preparation , with a procedure to discard the food on or before the last date or day by which food must be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded as specified under subsection (a) of this Section; 3)Marking the date or day the original container is opened in a food establishment, with a procedure to discard the food on or before the last date or day by which the food must be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded as specified under subsection (b) of the this Section ; or 4)Using calendar dates, days of the week, color-coded marks, or other effective marking methods, provided that the marking system is disclosed to the regulatory authority upon request. Cooked and cooled fish and onions in an open container were not date labeled AND not an approved process. COS: Discarded.
4.* 750.140a. Enough conveniently located refrigeration facilities or effectively insulated facilities shall be provided to assure the maintenance of potentially hazardous food at required temperatures during storage. Facility was using a household unit to store facility food. MVCF issued.
7.* COS 750.120a1. At all times, including while being stored, prepared, displayed, served, or transported, food shall be protected from potential contamination, including dust, insects, rodents, unclean equipment and utensils, unnecessary handling, coughs and sneezes, flooding, drainage, and overhead leakage or overhead drippage from condensation. 1-Dried fish was in direct contact with the heavily dusted ceiling. COS: Discarded. 2-Dried fish was in open containers for customers (not packaged, no tongs, no sneeze guard). COS: Discarded. 3-Tubs of dirt and rocks were present touching dried fish. COS: Discarded.
12.* COS 750.530a Employees may consume food only in designated dining areas. An employee dining area shall not be so designated if consuming food there may result in contamination of other food, equipment, utensils, or other items needing protection. Opened employee beverages were stored on customer shelving throughout the facility. COS: Discarded.
20.* COS 750.800b1. To prevent cross-contamination, kitchenware and food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be washed, rinsed, and sanitized after each use and following any interruption of operations during which time contamination may have occurred. It was apparent that the 3-compartment sink was not used for proper ware washing (old food with fruit flies in 2nd compartment basin, equipment with dried-on food stored in 3rd compartment). COS: Educated.
27.* 750.1120d. Each lavatory shall be provided with hot and cold water tempered by means of a mixing valve or combination faucet. There was no hot or cold water available at the hand sink. MVCF issued.
31.* 750.1120b. Lavatories shall be accessible to employees at all times. Hand washing sink drain was removed; inaccessible. MVCF issued.
35.* 750.1160a Effective measures intended to minimize the presence of rodents and flies, roaches, and other insects on the premises shall be utilized 1-There were numerous fruit flies in the back prep area. MVCF issued. 2-There were numerous house flies throughout the facility. MVCF issued.
41.* R 750.820g. When chemicals are used for sanitizing, they shall not have concentrations higher than the maximum permitted under 21 CFR 178.1010, and a test kit or other device that accurately measures the parts per million concentration of the solution shall be provided and used. The quaternary ammonia sanitizer solution in the spray bottle exceeded 400ppm.(R1) COS: Dumped. Educated.
45.* R 750.540a2 Category II facilities as defined in Section 750.10 shall employ a minimum of one full-time certified food service sanitation manager at each establishment. There was no proof of a food certified manager at the time of the inspection.(R1) MVCF issued.
Non-critical Violations:
Item Status Rule # Rule Observed
2. R 750.100 Food shall be obtained from sources that comply with all laws relating to food and food labeling. Various repackaged meats, fish, spices, and flours were not properly labeled with common name or ingredients. (R2)
8. R 750.130b. Containers of food shall be stored a minimum of 6 inches above the floor in a manner that protects the food from splash and other contamination, and that permits easy cleaning of the storage area, except that: Food throughout the facility was stored on the floor and on wooden pallets (not approved).(R1)
14. 750.600 Multi-use equipment and utensils shall be made and repaired with safe, non-toxic materials, including finishing materials, shall be corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth, easily cleanable, and durable under conditions of normal use. 1-A black plastic bag, non-food grade, was used to hold food. 2-The plastic cover was torn on the scale. 3-Homestyle fryers were in use in the facility (not approved). 4-Household vacuum sealer was in the facility (not commercial and facility CANNOT vacuum seal). 5-An aquarium was used to store donuts; not approved to make donuts.
15. 750.690 Surfaces of equipment not intended for contact with food, but which are exposed to splash or food debris or which otherwise require frequent cleaning, shall be designed and fabricated so as to be smooth, washable, free of unnecessary ledges, projections, or crevices, and readily accessible for cleaning, and shall be of such material and in such repair as to be easily maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. The 3-door cooler had a leaking liquid from the bottom and shelving was rusted.
15. 750.750 Aisles and working spaces between units of equipment and between equipment and walls shall be unobstructed and of sufficient width to permit employees to perform their duties readily without contamination of food or food-contact surfaces by clothing or personal contact. Aisles were not easily accessible for walking.
17. R 750.820g. When chemicals are used for sanitizing, they shall not have concentrations higher than the maximum permitted under 21 CFR 178.1010, and a test kit or other device that accurately measures the parts per million concentration of the solution shall be provided and used. There was no test kit for the Quat sanitizer.(R2)
23. R 750.800e. Non-food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned as often as is necessary to keep the equipment free of accumulation of dust, dirt, food particles, and other debris. The edges of all the upright and chest freezers were soiled.(R1)
23. 750.800e. Non-food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned as often as is necessary to keep the equipment free of accumulation of dust, dirt, food particles, and other debris. The exterior of the bulk containers were soiled.
32. 750.1110c. Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall have tightfitting, self-closing doors. Such doors shall not be left open except during cleaning or maintenance. The restroom door self-closer was broken.
37. 750.1210e. Light fixtures, vent covers, wall-mounted fans, decorative materials and similar equipment attached to walls and ceilings shall be easily cleanable and shall be maintained in good repair. The caulking to the left of the 3 compartment sink was torn.
37. 750.1210a. Walls and ceilings, including doors, windows, and similar enclosures shall be maintained in good repair. Ceiling tiles were in poor repair in the restroom, back prep area, and above the customer chest freezers.
42. R 750.1390 Maintenance and cleaning tools such as brooms, mops, vacuum cleaners and similar equipment shall be maintained and stored in a way that does not contaminate food, utensils, equipment, or linens and shall be stored in an orderly manner for the cleaning of that storage location. There was no mop rack available. Mops were stored on floor. (R2)
42. 750.1350c. Only articles necessary for the operation and maintenance of the food service establishment shall be stored on the premises. Facility had numerous items stored in the back prep area that were not for facility use as well as numerous old boxes and containers.
42. 750.1390 Maintenance and cleaning tools such as brooms, mops, vacuum cleaners and similar equipment shall be maintained and stored in a way that does not contaminate food, utensils, equipment, or linens and shall be stored in an orderly manner for the cleaning of that storage location. Mop sink was inaccessible.
Inspector Comments: This score is below zero, which indicates a closing score. The facility is to remain closed until violations are addressed in written form, submitted to the health department, and approved by the inspector.

All items in the store are embargoed until the USDA official comes and verifies all foods in the facility.

If you have any questions, please contact me.


INSPECTION CONDUCTED BY:   Kiara Booker,   Jennifer Schroeder


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