Inspection Report

Business Name
U Stop Conveience Store
Business Address
5207 E MAIN ST MESA AZ 85205
Permit Number
FD-53202
Permit Type
Food Establishment - Retail Food
Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection
Inspection Date
3/19/2024
Grade
Not Participating
Priority Violation
0
Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 10

Repeat Violation

Description: Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and Accessible

Comments:

Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: Hand Drying Provision. 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 no paper towels at the hand sink. Inspector located extra paper towels in the bathroom. Hand drying provisions must be available at all times.

***Repeat violation

Repeat Violations: 1st,Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 28

Repeat Violation

Description: Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly Stored

Comments:

Priority Foundation-7-202.11, Pf: Restriction-Presence and Use

Observed a spray can of raid, two spray cans of ant and roach spray, and a container of home defense in the back room. PIC discarded the items. Please use only Certified pest control operators to eliminate the presence of pests. PIC stated that a pest control operator will be servicing them today. PIC stated that she will email the records from today to the inspector after services has been completed.

**Repeat violation

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

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 roaches in the backroom by the sink fixtures and on surfaces. PIC stated that the establishment is getting serviced today and that the records will be emailed to the inspector.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Violation #: 55

Repeat Violation

Description: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean

Comments:

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

Observed debris/sludge near the floor drain under the hand sink. Also observed black mold on and behind the ice deflector in the ice machine. Observed the 3 compartment sink blocked with bottles and miscellaneous items in the basins and in front of the sink. Please clean.

***Repeat violation

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 1st

Comments/Details

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 3 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspection was emailed
***A re-inspection will occur by 3/29

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: 0,Signer: Haurpreet Kaur

"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.
A B B B B B B B C C C C C C D D
Priority 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 2 2 2 2 3
Priority Foundation 0 1 2 3 4 0 1 2 5 3 4 0 1 2 3 0

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