Inspection Report

Business Name
Silver Birch of Midtown
Business Address
4000 N 3RD AVE PHOENIX AZ 85013
Permit Number
FD-55077
Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Inspection Purpose
CI Food Routine Inspection
Inspection Date
8/15/2024
Grade
A
Priority Violation
0
Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 38

Repeat Violation

Description: Insects, Rodents and Animals not Present

Comments:

Observed dead roaches and one live roach in cabinets where cups and open condiments are stored. Facilities are to remove dead or trapped

creatures promptly to reduce the attraction of insects and development of odors. Person in charge stated housekeeping is

scheduled to thoroughly clean area and will place on task list for staff to frequently monitor area. Pest control visited earlier prior to inspection and is to return within 1-2 weeks. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION

6-501.112 - Core: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pests Addl Notes: Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Violation #: 55

Description: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean

Comments:

Observed several areas (cabinets, drawers, drains, refrigeration, etc) with an accumulation of food residue, spills, and debris. All areas should be maintained regularly and clean to sight and touch. Person in charge to assign cleaning schedule for staff.

6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Addl Notes: Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Violation #: 56

Description: Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas Used

Comments:

Observed several personal items stored in cabinets, refrigerators, counters, drawers where patient food and food service materials are stored. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be located in a designated room or area where contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles cannot occur. Person in charge to locate designated area and direct staff to use.

6-403.11 - Core: Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for Eating/Drinking/Smoking Addl Notes: Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Comments/Details

Discussed establishment procedures regarding: storage and labeling of chemical spray bottles
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

"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.