Inspection Report

Business Name
La Mexicana Tortillas

Business Address
1722 S 27TH AVE PHOENIX AZ 85009

Permit Number
FD-04162

Permit Type
Food Establishment - Food Production

Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection

Inspection Date
2/29/2024

Grade
Not Participating

Priority Violation
0

Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 10

Description: Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and Accessible

Comments:

Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: Hand Drying Provision.

-- No paper towels or other drying device at the handwashing sink in the flour room (masa area). Towels were provided.

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Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 38

Repeat Violation

Description: Insects, Rodents and Animals not Present

Comments:

Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected

-- Both roll-up doors do not close tightly. Repair the bottom of the doors and the rubber seal so that these doors close tightly.

** Insects and rodents are vectors of disease-causing microorganisms which may be transmitted to humans by contamination of food and food-contact surfaces. The presence of insects and rodents is minimized by protecting outer openings to the food establishment.**

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 3rd

Violation #: 39

Description: Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and Display

Comments:

Core-3-305.12, C: Food Storage, Prohibited Areas

-- Bags of Maseca and bags of flour stored in unenclosed outdoor areas where they are subject to weather, birds perching overhead (bird feces present on overhead rails in area immediately outside the production area), and insects. Store all foods inside the building. (Note: Person in charge states that these items will be used up / removed prior to close of this day's production)

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Violation #: 53

Description: Toilet Facilities: Properly Constructed, Supplied, Clean

Comments:

Core-6-202.14, C: Toilet Rooms, Enclosed

There is no door on the women's toilet room, which opens into the production area. Provide a tight fitting and self-closing door.

** Except where a toilet room is located outside a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT and does not open directly into the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT such as a toilet room that is provided by the management of a shopping mall, a toilet room located on the PREMISES shall be completely enclosed and provided with a tight-fitting and self-closing door.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Violation #: 55

Repeat Violation

Description: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean

Comments:

Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability

-- Flooring in production area near 3 compartment sink is damage and eroded. Caulking missing above hand wash station in flour room. Please repair these areas to provide a smooth and easily cleanable surface prior to next routine inspection.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

Comments/Details

No County legal action will result from this inspection.
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.
The inspection report was emailed.
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On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. 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)
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.

Award: Not Participating,Signer: Alejandra Soto

"A" for Food Safety

Through our grading system, Maricopa County Environmental Services Department provides at-a-glance indications of how food establishments perform during food safety inspections. This system is designed to grade food establishments in terms of food safety requirements and provide recognition to those who choose to participate.

How does it work?

The issuance of grade cards to food establishments is based on voluntary participation. The person in charge, who is present during the inspection, will be asked whether they would like to participate in the Grading System. This will be decided prior to each inspection. If an establishment does not participate in the Grading System, Not Participating or NP will appear on the inspection report, and the inspection will still occur. If an establishment does participate, a grade of A, B, C, or D will be determined at the conclusion of the inspection using the Grading System chart below. Participating establishments will then be provided with a grade card that can be posted in the establishment. The status of the establishment’s grade will also appear on the Restaurant Ratings page of the department’s website.

How can I determine the grade?

The Grading System chart can be used to determine grades earned for establishments that do not participate. Grades are determined by the number of Priority and Priority Foundation violations received at the time of inspection. Violation types are defined in general terms below.

Definitions

Priority Violation: 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: 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. For example, 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: Minor violation that relates to general maintenance and sanitation (e.g. No sign reminding employees to wash hands).
Cutting Edge Program: All county food-related establishments can partner with Maricopa County to implement a proactive approach to reducing foodborne illness risk factors by implementing food safety systems that include policies, training, and verification processes. Partners enrolled in the Cutting Edge Program receive an A+ when an A is earned.

Grading System The matrix below is used to grade food inspections under the voluntary grading system.
Violation Category	Grade A	Grade B	Grade B	Grade B	Grade B	Grade B	Grade B	Grade B	Grade C	Grade C	Grade C	Grade C	Grade C	Grade C	Grade D	Grade D
Priority	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	1	0	1	1	2	2	2	more than 2	more than 3
Priority Foundation	0	1	2	3	4	0	1	2	5	3	4	0	1	2	more than 3	more than 0

Any legal action for a pattern of non-compliance or permit suspension results in a D.