Circle K
Permit ID: FD-02778
Permit Type: E & D
1330 W University Dr Tempe 85281
*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.
NA means not available. See detailed inspection reports for additional information.
Grade
Priority Violation *
Cutting Edge Participant
08
Adequate hand washing facilities supplied & accessible
Priority Foundation-6-301.11, Pf: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox---Handwashing.>>>>>Observed no soap at the handwashing station in the front area of this establishment next to the soda fountain. Soap was obtained and placed at the sink during this inspection.
Handwashing stations shall always be supplied with an ample supply of soap, paper towels and warm, running water to facilitate frequent, thorough handwashing.
Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: Hand Drying Provision. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox---Handwashing.>>>>>Observed no paper towels at the handwashing station in the front area of this establishment next to the soda fountain. Paper towels were obtained and placed at the sink during this inspection.
Handwashing stations shall always be supplied with an ample supply of soap, paper towels and warm, running water to facilitate frequent, thorough handwashing.
Corrected At Time Of Inspection
52
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Core-5-501.115, C: Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures>>>>>Observed a large accumulation of plant debris, refuse and discarded cardboard boxes sitting directly on the ground surrounding the outside refuse receptacle in the outside enclosure. PIC stated an employee would be directed to sweep and clean the area in question as soon as possible.
Storage area and enclosure shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean.
Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions>>>>>Observed a large amount of spilled soda syrup underneath the bag in the box shelving units in the back area of this establishment. Also observed a large accumulation of organic growth in the floor sink underneath the 3 compartment sink in the back area as well. PIC stated an employee would be directed to clean the areas in question as soon as possible.
Always maintain physical facilities in clean condition and good repair.
Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Inspection Comments
Due to COVID-19 concerns a signature was not obtained from the operator during this inspection. The inspector verbally reviewed the establishment's inspection rights with the person in charge (Albert S.) and delivered a copy of their inspection rights in an email with the inspection report. This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation and 2 Core Violations on this inspection. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Inspection report delivered via email.
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.
