Failure to Ensure Proper Hair Covering in Kitchen
Penalty
Summary
During an observation in the facility's kitchen, a staff member working as a dishwasher was seen with facial hair that was not properly covered by the required hair netting or beard restraint while working in the dishwashing area near the food preparation station. The staff member stated he was unaware that his hair covering had slipped out of place and believed his facial hair was still covered. The Assistant Dietary Supervisor confirmed that a hair covering not properly secured could result in hair falling into food, clean dishes, or the food preparation area, which would increase the risk of food contamination. Review of the facility's policy indicated that all food service employees must wear hair nets and/or beard restraints to prevent hair from contacting exposed food, clean equipment, and utensils.