Inspection Report

Business Name
24 Seven Convenience Store

Business Address
802 S HARDY DR TEMPE AZ 85281

Permit Number
FD-24-01776

Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection

Inspection Date
4/10/2024

Grade

Priority Violation
3

Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 10

Description: Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and Accessible

Comments:

Priority Foundation-5-203.11, Pf: Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities. 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. --------- Provide a handwash sink next to the three compartment sink with hot and cold water. Plumb the sink to the floor sink. Ensure splash guards are provided.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Violation #: 22

Description: Proper Cold Holding Temperatures

Comments:

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. 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/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding. ----------- Observed various deli meats, cheeses, milk products, and yogurt products in a refrigerated display case measuring between 46'-49' F. The products had been in the unit for over 4 hours. The products were discarded at time of inspection. See embargo form. The unit had an air temperature measuring between 46'-47' F at time of inspection. Please repair the unit prior to the re-inspection. Advised the manager that all TCS food products must be maintained at 41' F or below.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 47

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

Comments:

Core-4-202.16, C: Nonfood-Contact Surfaces -------- Rewrap the condenser lines in the walk-in cooler unit with new black foam.

Core-4-402.11, C: Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing -------- Recaulk the sink fixtures throughout the facility with silicone to the walls.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Violation #: 50

Description: Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

Comments:

Priority Foundation-5-103.11, Pf: Capacity-Quantity and Availability --------- Observed a 40 gallon capacity water heater unit installed. Please provide a 50 gallon capacity water heater unit.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Violation #: 51

Description: Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices

Comments:

PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-203.14, P: Backflow Prevention Device, When Required -------- Provide ASSE 1013 reduced pressure backflow preventers upstream of the soda carbonators and ICEE machine. Certify and provide test reports.

Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained -------- Correct the following:

1) Trim the soda fountain drain line to provide a 1" minimum air gap above the floor sink.

2) Install ASSE 1022 dual checks on each non-carbonated beverage equipment piece.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Violation #: 52

Description: Sewage and Waste Water Properly Disposed

Comments:

PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-402.11, P: Backflow Prevention ----------- Replumb the three compartment sink to the floor sink and provide a 1" minimum air gap. Cap the direct drain.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Violation #: 55

Description: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean

Comments:

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

1) Replace the chipped and damaged VCT flooring throughout the facility, as needed.

2) Provide a cleanable finish over the bag in the box area. Observed popcorn ceiling.

3) Fill the concrete flooring cracks and refinish the exposed concrete aggregate in the walk-in cooler.

4) Repaint the wall areas around the three compartment sink to provide a new smooth and easily cleanable finish.

Core-6-201.13, C: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed ------ Correct the follwing:

1) Provide a 3/8 inch metal cove base to the floor/wall junctures of the walk-in cooler interior.

2) Provide rubber cove base to the floor/wall juncture, where missing, in the back areas and restroom.

Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods -------- Correct the following:

1) Recaulk all plumbing penetrations and walk-in cooler penetrations with new silicone. Trim the foam sealant flush throughout the facility and provide a smooth layer of silicone.

2) Fill all wall holes throughout the facility with silicone.

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions -------- Conduct a deep clean of the floor sinks.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Violation #: 56

Description: Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas Used

Comments:

Core-6-304.11, C: Mechanical-Ventilation --------- Repair the ventilation fan in the restroom.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Comments/Details

OC inspection for a Class 2 0-9 E&D permit was conducted with manager Manu R. by appointment. The establishment was open and operating at time of inspection.

This establishment/operation has demonstrated sufficient compliance to proceed with the issuance of the permit. To complete the permitting process, issuance of this permit, and begin operation, the applicant must first submit payment of the annual operating permit fee to the Department’s Administrative Services. Fees paid up to this inspection approval do not include the annual operating permit fee. PAYMENT with a credit/debit card can be made via phone at 602-506-6824, Option 2.
Per MCEHC Chapter I, Regs 4 & 5, no person shall conduct an operation or operate an establishment for which a permit is required without holding the necessary and valid permit to do so. Payment with a credit/debit card can be made on-line via select “Pay a Fee” at esd.maricopa.gov. Please note that if you select payment via online, the annual operating permit fee invoice may take up to 7 business days to post online. Also, checks and money orders are accepted via US Mail. If you select payment via US Mail, for further instructions please refer to the printed invoice. No operating permit is valid, until the permit fee is received by the Department. It is the responsibility of the permit holder/owner to notify MCESD if there are contact/ billing address changes.

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.

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 3 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.

Please correct the items noted for re-inspection within 30 days prior to the OC re-inspection.

Please be advised that the New Business Permit Application fee includes one initial inspection and one follow-up inspection. Additional fees will be assessed for any additional follow-up plan review inspections.

MCESD inspection report was delivered via email.

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Award: Not Participating,Signer: Manu Rengel

"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.