Failure to Maintain Proper Kitchen Sanitation and Monitoring
Penalty
Summary
Facility staff failed to follow proper sanitation protocols in the kitchen, as evidenced by the use of incorrect test strips to check the sanitation concentrations for both the dishwashing machine and the three-compartment sink. During observations, the test strips used by dietary staff consistently read zero, indicating that the sanitation levels were not being properly monitored. Additionally, a trash bin without a lid was found in front of the refrigerator doors, and dust and debris were observed on top of the dishwashing machine, further indicating lapses in maintaining a clean and sanitary environment. The Certified Dietary Manager confirmed that the wrong test strips were used, which resulted in inaccurate readings for chlorine concentration. The daily dish machine log showed that staff had been recording appropriate chlorine levels, but these readings were not accurate due to the use of incorrect test strips. The CDM also acknowledged the need for cleaning in the kitchen, specifically noting the unclean area on top of the dishwashing machine and the uncovered trash bin.