Improper Labeling and Storage of Prepared Canned Fruit
Penalty
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure that plastic containers of canned fruit stored in the refrigerator were properly labeled and dated. During an observation in the kitchen with the Dietary Supervisor, four large plastic containers of canned fruit were found with only a preparation date and no use-by date. The Dietary Supervisor confirmed that the fruit should be consumed within three days of preparation to maintain quality and safety, but the containers exceeded this period and were not labeled with a use-by date as required. The facility's policy and procedures indicated that all food items in the refrigerator should be labeled with both an open date and a use-by date, which was not followed in this instance.