Failure to Maintain Sanitary Conditions and Incomplete Dishwasher Temperature Monitoring
Penalty
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Summary
The facility failed to maintain sanitary conditions in the kitchen by not adhering to its own cleaning and monitoring policies. Observations revealed a significant build-up of a black, removable substance on the lower wall behind the dishwasher and a thick accumulation of dust and debris on the dishwasher exhaust vents, indicating that required cleaning was not performed as specified in the facility's policy. Additionally, review of the dishwasher temperature log showed that staff did not consistently record the required wash and rinse temperatures before each meal, with multiple dates missing entries and staff initials. The Dietary Manager confirmed that both the cleaning and temperature logging procedures were not followed as required.