Maricopa County, AZ

El Porvenir Tortilla Bak

Permit ID: FD-00575

Permit Type: Food Processor

12946 W Santa Fe Dr Surprise 85374

*PRIORITY VIOLATION is a major violation that directly contributes to increasing the risk of foodborne illness or injury.
NA means not available. See detailed inspection reports for additional information.
Grade
Priority Violation *
Cutting Edge Participant
A
0
Violation
ID

Violation Description

Violation Comments

Correct By
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Observed floor drains in masa production area that do not appear to be adequately draining. Most of the floor drains were missing drain cover. Advised person in charge (PIC) that plumbing shall be maintained in good repair to ensure it is operating properly.
Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Observed holes on walls, missing ceiling tiles, uneven and rough flooring exposing concrete and collecting water throughout the production area. Walls, ceilings, and flooring shall be maintained in good repair so it is smooth and easily cleanable. Please repair prior to next routine inspection. 5TH CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION Core-6-501.114, C: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter Observed a significant amount of old/unused items and equipment not used for tortilla processing operation being stored throughout processing areas. Advised person in charge (PIC) that old equipment and equipment that is not used for the operation of tortilla processing shall be removed to facilitate proper cleaning and prevent the harborage of pests. PIC stated they are in the process of having the unused items removed. 5TH CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION
Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Inspection Comments

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. Processing area was not preparing tortillas at time of inspection. Per PIC, they only prepare a limited amount of tortillas once a month. Conducted facilities inspection. Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM): Establishment does not have a current CFPM. Advised Person in Charge (PIC) that the PIC shall be the Certified Food Protection Manager, and per paragraph 2-101.11, and be present during all hours of operation. PIC stated they will obtain a Food Protection Manager certification as soon as possible. The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may: • Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Emailed inspection report.


Definitions
Priority violation is a major violation that directly contributes to increasing the risk of foodborne illness or injury.
e.g. - Food employees do not properly wash hands when required
Priority foundation violation is a minor violation that does not directly contribute to an increased risk of foodborne illness but failure to correct this violation may lead to the occurrence of a priority violation.
e.g.- Hand washing soap and paper towels not available at hand wash sink (may lead directly to food employees not properly washing hands when required)
Core violation is a minor violation that relates to general maintenance and sanitation.
e.g. -No sign reminding employees to wash hands
Verification Visits are inspections of establishments enrolled in the MCESD Cutting Edge Program, which requires an enhanced food safety program and ongoing demonstration of active managerial control. Verification Visit inspections found in compliance with Cutting Edge program requirements receive an “A” grade.
The matrix below has been used to grade food inspections under the voluntary grading system starting on October 14, 2011.
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