Inspection Report
Thai Spices
66 S DOBSON RD MESA AZ 85202
FD-36431
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Food Routine Inspection
10/25/2023
Not Participating
1
Completed
Violations
Violation #: 24
Description: Time as a Public Health Control: Procedures and Records
Comments:
Priority Foundation-3-501.19 (A1, B2, C2-3), Pf: Time as a Public Health Control; Documentation. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources. ------ Observed wide rice noodles with an internal temperature at 62*F when measured with a probe thermometer. PIC stated the rice noodles are on time as a control but no time stamp or log was present. Discussed that when time as a control is used, foods must be used or discarded within 4 hours and cannot be cooled down, reheated or otherwise repurposed. PIC stated the rice was made at 11am and a 11a-3p stamp was added to the rice.
Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Violation #: 35
Description: Approved Thawing Methods Used
Comments:
Core-3-501.13, C: Thawing ------ Observed thawing raw squid in still water measuring 41*F on the counter on the cook line. Discussed that when thawing in the sink, a constant stream of cold water must run into the basin to help wash away loose particles. Discussed monitoring the temperature to ensure foods to not thaw beyond 41*F. PIC stated the squid is usually stored in ice water so the container was moved to the prep cooler to continue defrosting.
Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Violation #: 36
Description: Thermometers Provided and Accurate
Comments:
Priority Foundation-4-302.12, Pf: Food Temperature Measuring Devices ------ Establishment does not have a bimetallic stem probe thermometer to verify food holding and cooking temperatures. Discussed the importance of utilizing thermometers to verify food temperatures and to ensure equipment is properly functioning. A re-inspection will take place on 11/3/2023 to ensure an NSF or equivalent probe thermometer has been purchased and is available for use.
Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Violation #: 39
Description: Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and Display
Comments:
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-303.11, P: Ice Used as Exterior Coolant, Prohibited as Ingredient. 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/4621/AMC-Toolbox---Cross-Contamination. ------ Observed a canister of whipped topping stored directly in the ice in the ice machine inside the kitchen. Discussed that ice used as an exterior cooling may not be used as an ingredient as the ice has become contaminated. PIC removed the whipped topping and emptied the ice into the 3 comp sink at the time of inspection. Discussed only storing employee foods and beverages in areas where they pose no risk of contaminating customer food or food contact surfaces.
Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Violation #: 56
Description: Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas Used
Comments:
Core-6-303.11, C: Intensity-Lighting ------- Observed a dim light installed in the corner of the walk in cooler so all areas of the unit were not fully illuminated. Ensure there is at least 108 lux (10 foot candles) inside walk in coolers. Advised PIC to replaced bulb with one bright enough to illuminate all areas of the walk in or add additional lighting to allow for proper cleaning. The manager stated that the bulbs would be replaced as soon as possible.
Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Comments/Details
A re-inspection will take place on 11/3/2023 to ensure priority foundation violation #34 has been corrected.
This inspection was conducted with RS#764.
A copy of the report was emailed to the manager.
No County legal action will result from this 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: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 10,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: RA-RLC ,Signer: Punninee Rungsiputtikul
"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.
| 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.