Improperly Covered Trash Can in Kitchen Food Prep Area
Penalty
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Summary
Surveyors observed that a trash can in the kitchen food preparation area had a hole cut in the top, preventing it from being properly closed and leaving it continuously open to the air. This observation was made in the presence of the dietary supervisor, who stated he was not aware that the trash can in the food prep area needed to have a closable lid. The facility failed to ensure that garbage cans were properly closed with lids, as required by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration 2022 Food Code, which mandates that receptacles containing food residue be kept covered when not in continuous use or after being filled. This deficient practice had the potential to affect all residents and staff in the facility.