Inspection Report

Business Name
Circle K

Business Address
13801 N TATUM BLVD PHOENIX AZ 85032

Permit Number
FD-15124

Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection

Inspection Date
1/22/2024

Grade
B

Priority Violation
1

Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 10

Description: Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and Accessible

Comments:

Priority Foundation-5-205.11, Pf: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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 a ladder stored in front of the handwashing sink by the three compartment sink. The handwashing sink should be maintained so it is accessible at all times. The ladder was moved so the handwashing sink was accessible at time of inspection.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 47

Description: Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and Used

Comments:

Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment

Observed sanitizer of three compartment sink at 0 PPM. The three compartment sink was not in use at time of inspection. Ensure Quat sanitizer concentration measures between 150-400 PPM. The sanitizer was remade at time of inspection and tested at 400 PPM.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 52

Description: Sewage and Waste Water Properly Disposed

Comments:

PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-402.13, P: Conveying Sewage

Observed slow draining floor drain filled with debris below the three-compartment sink. After the debris was removed, the water continued to drain slowly. No wastewater was observed above the flood level rim of the floor drain. Please monitor floor drain and limit discharge of wastewater from the rear handwashing sink and three compartment sink until the floor drain is repaired. Please repair plumbing so the floor drain drains completely. Repair prior to re-inspection in 24 hours.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Violation #: 54

Description: Garbage/Refuse Properly Disposed; Facilities Maintained

Comments:

Core-5-501.113, C: Covering Receptacles

Observed outdoor trash receptacle lid open at time of inspection. Outside receptacles must be closed with tight fitting lids or doors. Person in charge closed the lid at time of inspection.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Comments/Details

This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.

Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager
No employee with supervisory and management responsibility with the authority to direct and control food preparation that is deemed a certified food protection manager (CFPM) was present at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please obtain certified food protection manager certification and keep certification accessible for health inspections.

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Routine inspection report emailed to the person in charge.

On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department began 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,
-Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)
- Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)
-Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)
-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

Award: B,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: DC,Signer: Lynn T

"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.