Inspection Report

Business Name
Asian Nest Market
Business Address
3411 W NORTHERN AVE PHOENIX AZ 85051
Permit Number
FD-73680
Permit Type
Food Establishment - Retail Food
Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection
Inspection Date
10/27/2023
Grade
D
Priority Violation
3
Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 10

Description: Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and Accessible

Comments:

Priority Foundation-5-202.12 (A), Pf: Handwashing Sinks, Installation; Proper Temperature, Mixing Faucet. 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.

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Observed handwashing sink by the 3-sink compartment had no hot water available. Water coming in through the hot dial was measured at 84'F. Informed PIC handwashing sinks require hot water availability coming in at 100'F. PIC stated they will get it fixed.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Violation #: 11

Description: Food Obtained from Approved Source

Comments:

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-201.11 (A-B), P: Compliance with Food Law; Approved Source. 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/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source.

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Multiple Burmese snacks and processed foods such as jams, dried fruits, nuts, tamarind observed with no English labeling or product information on them. PIC could not provide invoices. Per PIC, the items were shipped from Myanmar third party shipment without proper import channels. Food was embargoed and PIC discarded at time of inspection. Discussed proper shipment for imported foods.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 16

Description: Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and Sanitized

Comments:

PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114, P: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces.

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Observed 3-compartment sink with no approved sanitizers available. PIC was informed to have proper sanitizer(s) available by Re-Inspection.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Violation #: 28

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

Comments:

PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11, P: Separation-Storage

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Observed a can of cleaning sanitizer stored above coffee-mix package. Informed the PIC that chemicals need to be stored separately from food and away from food prep areas. PIC was instructed to move the cleaning sanitizer away from the food and food prep area.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 37

Description: Food Properly Labeled; Original Container

Comments:

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 46

Description: Gloves Used Properly

Comments:

Core-MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 2, Reg. 5d, C: Latex Gloves

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Observed latex gloves which PIC stated that is used for food prep. Informed the PIC that latex gloves are not allowed for handling food. PIC stated to get non-latex gloves as soon as possible; prior to next Routine Inspection.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Violation #: 48

Description: Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test Strips

Comments:

Priority Foundation-4-302.14, Pf: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. 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/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces.

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Observed no test strips available for use. PIC was informed to have both the sanitizing agents and corresponding test strips for the sanitizer of choice by Re-Inspection.

Core-4-501.14, C: Warewashing Equipment, Cleaning Frequency

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Observed 3-compartment sink used as non-food equipment storage. Informed the PIC that the 3-compartment sink, igloo and scoop for tobacco leaf should be cleaned frequently enough to prevent food contamination. PIC was informed to have cleaned the 3-compartment sink by Re-Inspection.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Comments/Details

Ch. I Reg. 4a - You are operating without the required permit and/or approval from this Department. --- Observed frozen chicken and fish stored in a freezer. PIC stated that the items were received fresh and for sale. Frozen chicken and fish were also removed from their original package and repackaged in clear plastic bags, per the PIC, with no label. Informed the PIC that they do not have the necessary permit and therefore, are in violation of operating above their permit.
Provided permit application to PIC.
Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager
Certified Food Protection Manager was not on-site. Informed the PIC that a certified Food Protection Manager need to be present at the establishment at all times.

Conducted inspection alongside RS#1392.
Re-inspection scheduled for 10/30/2023.
This establishment received a(n) D Grade and had 3 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.
Discussed with PIC the need for handsinks to stay stocked properly and to move tobacco leaf processing to near a handwashing sink while maintaining proper cleaning frequencies for food-contact surfaces.
Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.
Report emailed to PIC and confirmed receipt.

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The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. 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)

Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website
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Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: Complete by MM-10/27,Signer: Kyaw Latt,Award: D,Embargo Lbs: 150

"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.