Inspection Report

Business Name
Mountainside Fitness
Business Address
10435 W MCDOWELL RD AVONDALE AZ 85392
Permit Number
FD-24-00542
Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection
Inspection Date
3/5/2024
Grade
B
Priority Violation
0
Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 38

Description: Insects, Rodents and Animals not Present

Comments:

Priority Foundation-6-501.111 (C), Pf: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence

Observed live rodent running through facility coming from vicinity of smoothie bar area. Discussed having certified pest control applicator service establishment regularly. A re-inspection will be conducted before or on March 15, 2014 to verify pest control service.

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

In final construction inspection it was stated that roll up doors at back of gym would be disabled, during first routine inspection roll up doors were observed open. Discussed keeping doors closed/disabled at all times or installing air curtains.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Violation #: 55

Description: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean

Comments:

Core-6-201.17, C: Walls and Ceilings, Attachments

Observed missing escutcheon plate around AC condense at mop sink. Discussed installing plate to ensure an easily cleanable surface.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Comments/Details

This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspection rights signed by Stephanie S.
Report emailed.
Inspection conducted with Rich S.
A re-inspection will be conducted before or on March 15,2024 for violation #36.

Reviewed establishments policies/procedures regarding: ware washing and handwashing sink set-up.
Observed food storage and food prep surfaces within 24 inches of handwashing sink with no splash guard installed. This was not addressed during plan review/construction process but is a requirement; please install 3-sided splash guard around handwashing sink prior to next routine inspection.


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: B,Signer: Stephanie Stromberg

"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.