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<br /> Food Program Service Request Inspection Report
<br /> Facility Name and Address: LA PLACITA TAQUERIA 2, 920 S CHEROKEE LN , LODI 95240
<br /> #26 Approved Thawing Methods
<br /> OBSERVATIONS:Observed packages of frozen meat set on counter and chest freezer to thaw. Provide approved thawing
<br /> method such as under refrigeration or submerged under cold running water at prep sink. Corrected on site, meat was placed
<br /> in walk-in.
<br /> CALCODE DESCRIPTION:Food shall be thawed under refrigeration completely submerged under cold running water of sufficient velocity
<br /> to flush loose particles in microwave oven during the cooking process. (114018, 114020, 114020.1)
<br /> #27 Food Protected from Contamination
<br /> OBSERVATIONS:Observed raw meat containers stored next to cooked meat containers on shelf in walk-in. Store raw
<br /> meat food items completely separate from or under non raw meat foods. Correct immediately.
<br /> Observed uncovered food items in 2 D freezer, 3 D Atosa reach-in, and 1 D True reach-in. Cover food items when stored to
<br /> prevent contamination. Correct immediately.
<br /> Observed rice at steam table and meat in 2 D freezer stored in white/yellow plastic bags. Store open food items in food
<br /> grade bags/containers to prevent contamination. Correct today.
<br /> CALCODE DESCRIPTION:All food shall be separated and protected from contamination. (113984(a, b, c,d, t), 113986, 114060,
<br /> 114067(a, d, e,j), 114069(a,b), 114077, 114089.1 (c), 114143(c))
<br /> #35 Equipment/Utensils Approved and in Good Repair
<br /> OBSERVATIONS:Observed leaking from water filter near ice machine. Repair leak today and clean area.
<br /> Observed damaged exhaust hood filter above fryer. Replace filter within 1 week.
<br /> Observed missing control knob for griddle. Provide within 1 week.
<br /> The freezer door for the residential freezer was not closing fully, it stayed partially open. Repair or replace with commercial
<br /> unit that is NSF or equivalent certified for sanitation. Correct within 1 week.
<br /> CALCODE DESCRIPTION:All utensils and equipment shall be fully operative and in good repair. (114175).All utensils and equipment
<br /> shall be approved,installed properly,and meet applicable standards. (114130, 114130.1, 114130.2, 114130.3, 114130.4, 114130.5,
<br /> 114132, 114133, 114137, 114139, 114153, 114155, 114163, 114165, 114167, 114169, 114172, 114177, 114180, 114182)
<br /> #38 Approved/Sufficient Ventilation and Lighting
<br /> OBSERVATIONS:Light in kitchen storage area was not working. Provide working light today.
<br /> CALCODE DESCRIPTION:Exhaust hoods shall be provided to remove toxic gases,heat,grease, vapors and smoke and be approved by
<br /> the local building department. Canopy-type hoods shall extend 6"beyond all cooking equipment.All areas shall have sufficient ventilation
<br /> to facilitate proper food storage. Toilet rooms shall be vented to the outside air by a screened openable window,an air shaft,or a
<br /> light-switch activated exhaust fan,consistent with local building codes. (114149, 114149.1)Adequate lighting shall be provided in all areas
<br /> to facilitate cleaning and inspection.Light fixtures in areas where open food is stored,served,prepared,and where utensils are washed
<br /> shall be of shatterproof construction or protected with light shields. (114149.2, 114149.3, 114252, 114252.1)
<br /> FA0000570 SR0086469 SC061 03/09/2023
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