Mold on hoagie rolls, rodent activity, stained ceiling tiles: York County restaurant inspections - pennlive.com

Posted: 21 Nov 2020 03:33 AM PST

The following York County restaurants were found to have violated Pennsylvania's health and safety regulations during inspections between Oct. 25-31.

Inspections are overseen by the Department of Agriculture. The department notes that in many cases violations are corrected by the restaurant before inspectors leave.

HARDEE'S #1383168

2020 W. Market St., York

Date: Oct. 30, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

--Wiping cloth solution tested at less than 50 ppm rather than 200 - 400 ppm per manufacture instruction.

--Non-food contact surfaces such as cooling unit door gaskets are not cleaned at a frequency to preclude accumulation of dirt and soil.

--Heavy accumulation of static dust observed on ceiling vents in the kitchen area.

--Ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen areas are stained. Manager stated the roof has been repaired, there aren't any active leaks, and the ceiling tiles will be replaced with upcoming remodel.

--In use ice scoop, a food contact surface, was observed to have black residue and was not clean to sight and touch.

LATTE DA

1801 W. Market St., York

Date: Oct. 30, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

--Floor in the customer service area is made of tile and is cracked/roughened and is not a smooth, easily cleanable surface.

PAULUS ORCHARDS

522 E. Mount Airy Road, Dillsburg

Date: Oct. 30, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

--The top of the large mixer is repaired with duct tape which is not smooth and easily cleanable.

SHEETZ #348

4025 W. Market St., York

Date: Oct. 30, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

--Wiping cloth quaternary ammonia sanitizing solution was below 50ppm rather than 200-400 ppm per manufacture instruction.

WENDY'S #6447

1283 Carlisle Road, York

Date: Oct. 30, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

--Food employees observed in fry area, not wearing proper hair restraints, such as nets, hats, or beard covers.

--Non-food contact surfaces throughout the facility not cleaned at a frequency to preclude accumulation of dirt and soil.

--Plumbing system not maintained in good repair - observed two basin sink spigot leaking.

--Floor in the kitchen area is made of ceramic tile and is cracked / roughened / and is not a smooth, easily cleanable surface.

--Observed oven in middle portion of kitchen, with an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, debris on non-food contact surfaces.

--Observed fryers and cooking equipment with encrusted grease and soil accumulation.

--Observed mop bucket filled with dirty water by the back door.

--Sprayer head at two basin sink is repaired with duct tape which is not an approved material for food equipment repair.

--Fountain soda machine and ice machine are both leaking from the back and bottom. The entire area is wet and dirty.

--Entire kitchen area of the food facility is extremely dirty, dusty, and in need of cleaning. Observed old food, single-use items, dirt and debris under all equipment.

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AROOGA'S GRILLE HOUSE & SPORTS BAR

1211 Haines Road, York

Date: Oct. 29, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

--Floor tiles missing in the dish machine area. Floor and wall are damaged under the table directly to the left of second soda machine. Ceiling tiles missing and/or not in place in the kitchen area.

--Package shaved meat observed thawing in standing water in the food preparation sink, which is not an approved thawing method.

--Observed fryer casters with encrusted grease and soil accumulation.

--Shelving in the walk-in cooler is chipped, deteriorating, and rusted.

--Plumbing system not maintained in good repair - observed prep sink leaking at the cold water faucet handle.

--Observed more than two dozen drain fly-like insects in the bar area. Manager stated he is working with PCO.

COLLINSVILLE DRIVE-IN, INC

2730 Delta Road, Brogue

Date: Oct. 29, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

--Microwave oven does not meet the safety standards specified in the Code of Federal Regulations. Observed inside top area of unit chipping, peeling and rust development at the time of inspection. Recommend replacing unit.

--Observed inside chute of ice machine having a brown and greenish substance developing inside/around chute of unit at the time of inspection.

DELTA-PEACH BOTTOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

1081 Atom Road, Delta

Date: Oct. 29, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

--Food facility inspection indicates evidence of rodents activity in dry stock area, but facility does have a pest control program. Recommend more frequent pest control visit (bi-weekly for 60 days)

PANERA BREAD #769

2801 E Market St., York

Date: Oct. 29, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

--Ice machine deflector plate, a food contact surface, was observed to have food residue and was not clean to sight and touch.

PHO VIET

101 Wilson Ave., Hanover

Date: Oct. 29, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

--Floor tile missing under prep table and is in need of replacement.

--Observed approximately 10 drain flies throughout facility.

--Observed newspaper and cardboard lining shelves in prep unit, countertop, and stored as a guard between fryers and stove top, not smooth and easily cleanable surface material.

--Cucumbers observed in the prep unit, spoiled / moldy and is adulterated. Corrected.

--Observed raw, shell eggs stored over ready-to-eat food in three-door refrigerator. Corrected.

--Bottom of two-door freezer observed to be dirty with food residue and debris and is in need of cleaning.

POPEYE'S LOUISIANA KITCHEN

1045 Mt. Rose Ave., York

Date: Oct. 29, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

--Observed caulking around single and three compartment sink not smooth, chipping and having bacteria like discolor forming and in need of replacement at the time of inspection.

--Observed hand spray of single sink having a continuous water leak when off and in need of repair at this time.

--Observed walk-in freezer flooring having trash debris and in need of cleaning at this time.

--Observed rear area of fryers(cooking equipment), in the kitchen area, with encrusted grease, old food debris and soil accumulation.

STOP AND SHOP EXXON

2180 Old Trail Road, Etters

Date: Oct. 29, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

--Paper towel dispenser at the front hand-wash sink is not working.

TEA TROLLEY TEA ROOM, THE

104 Main St., Delta

Date: Oct. 29, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

--Observed large accumulation of boxes stored within the inside trash area and not within outside recyclable area.

--Observed floor drain underneath three compartment sink having a black residue accumulation at the time of inspection.

THE PIZZA SHOP OF ETTERS

940 Old Trail Road, Etters

Date: Oct. 29, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

--Baseboard is damaged behind the pizza oven and needs repaired.

DEBBIE'S PIZZA

229 S. Main St., Manchester

Date: Oct. 28, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

--The floor/wall juncture in several areas is not coved and closed to 1/32 inch.

--Floor in the pizza oven area is made of tile and is cracked/roughened and is not a smooth, easily cleanable surface.

MAMMA'S PIZZA R&A

5 York St., Wellsville

Date: Oct. 28, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

--Observed a leak under the three bay sink and at the ice machine.

MCDONALDS #16257

1800 Loucks Road, York

Date: Oct. 28, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

--Plastic clean containers, a food contact surface, was observed to have old food/white residue and was not clean to sight and touch.

--Observed flooring within walk-in cooler and underneath grill/fryers having an accumulation of solidified grease, trash , and old food debris.

--Observed flooring in the walk-in cooler area is cracked/roughened and is not a smooth, easily cleanable surface.

TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE

1800 Loucks Road, York

Date: Oct. 28, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

--Observed ceiling fans located in front area of food facility soiled with a large accumulation of static dust build-up at the time of inspection.

--Observed all Bain Marie units, in front area, having a large accumulation of dirt, old caked on food residue and soil debris all around the inside doors, underside of units and crevices at the time of inspection.

--Can opener and holder, a food contact surface, was observed to have old food splash/residue and was not clean to sight and touch.

--Observed front area floor drains having large accumulation of dirt, dust and soil at the time of inspection.

WEIS MARKETS #092

2850 Carlisle Road, Dover

Date: Oct. 28, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

--Observed employee unaware of proper sanitation procedures, observed employee storing wiping cloth on sinks edge, and not aware of how to create a sanitizer bucket. Corrected.

--Observed wet wiping cloths in deli area, not being stored in sanitizer solution. Corrected.

--Inside bottom of microwave, on non-food contact surfaces, observed with food residue and debris and is in need of cleaning.

--Bakery storage containers observed with food residue and debris and are in need of cleaning. Corrected.

--Observed hole in wall in pizza prep area.

--Raw, unfinished wood used as shelving in walk-in freezer, not a smooth and easily cleanable surface.

KINGSTON JERK

1413 W. Market St., York

Date: Oct. 27, 2020

Type: Opening

Compliance: In

Violations:

--Cleaned and sanitized utensils located in kitchen area, are stored with food contact surfaces/food or lip area exposed to hand contact and contact with unclean surfaces when retrieved by food employees.

--Floor in the kitchen area is made of tile and is cracked/roughened and is not a smooth, easily cleanable surface.

--Table mounted can opener cutting blade, a food contact surface, was observed to have food residue and was not clean to sight and touch.

LOGANVILLE-SPRINGFIELD EL SCH

169 N. Main St., York

Date: Oct. 27, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

--Can opener, a food contact surface, was observed to have old-food residue and was not clean to sight and touch.

NORTHEASTERN MIDDLE SCHOOL

4855 Board Road Manchester

Date: Oct. 27, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

--Observed mold-like residue on hoagie rolls intended for use or sale in the facility.

--An open employee's beverage container was observed in use thermometer storage area.

NORTHEASTERN SHS

300 High St., Manchester

Date: Oct. 27, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

--Cleaned and sanitized utensils located in drawers throughout the kitchen area, are stored with food contact surfaces/food or lip area exposed to hand contact when retrieved by food employees.

--A working container of all-purpose cleaner was stored above and on the same shelf with food, equipment, and single service articles in the preparation area.

--Two curtains or baffles are not available in the mechanical ware-washing equipment to separate compartments.

--Can opener cutting blade, a food contact surface, was observed to have food residue and was not clean to sight and touch.

--Holes in ceiling in the dry storage room are repaired with duct tape and cardboard, all surfaces must be smooth, non-absorbent and easily cleanable.

--Observed clean dish racks stored on the floor.

restaurant inspection — The following establishments had no violations

CVS #02575

4035 N George St., Manchester

Date: Oct. 30, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

None found

TTT STAR SUSHI @ KARNS

10 Newberry Commons Etters

Date: Oct. 29, 2020

Type: Opening

Compliance: In

Violations:

None found

WHITE ROSE BAR AND GRILL AT BRIDGEWATER

601 Chestnut Hill Road, York

Date: Oct. 29, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

None found

HANOVER BEVERAGE OUTLET

1307 Baltimore St., Hanover

Date: Oct. 28, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

None found

HICKORY FALLS FAMILY CENTER (RITAS) - TFS3

110 Hickory Lane, Hanover

Date: Oct. 26, 2020

Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violations:

None found

There’s No Better Time to Clear the Air - The New York Times

Posted: 28 Nov 2020 03:00 AM PST

Think about the phrase "air pollution." Are you picturing black plumes curling out of factory smokestacks and the tailpipes of idling vehicles? Something to worry about outdoors, that is, not inside your home? Not so fast: Air pollutants could be within your own walls too, seeping from your furnace, your basement, even that new couch, and their threats range from eye irritation to an increased risk of cancer, and maybe even death.

Don't panic (really). Once you recognize the threats, you can often clean up the air in your home without too much trouble. And as we head into a winter where the pandemic may force us to be at home more than ever, now is a good time to make sure your everyday air is as clean as possible. Here are some of the most common indoor air concerns — and how to deal with them.

Radon

In vast swathes of the country, everyday rocks like granite and shale hold deposits of uranium, thorium and radium under the soil. These deposits silently decay into radon, an odorless gas that can seep into homes via minuscule cracks in foundations and floors. Inhaling it (technically, inhaling the radioactive particles that radon produces in the decay process) damages the lungs. After smoking cigarettes, radon exposure is the second-leading cause of lung cancer in the United States.

Homes in some parts of the country, like the Rocky Mountain West, the Midwest and the Appalachians, have a particularly high risk of radon problems from the underlying geology. But because of quirks in minerals and soils nationwide, "radon is everywhere," said Bruce Snead, director of the National Radon Program Services at Kansas State University. "The only way to know the level anywhere is to test for it."

Fortunately, that's not hard to do: Start with a short-term test, available at hardware and home-improvement stores, which takes three to seven days and provides a snapshot of fluctuating radon levels. You want an average of less than 4 picocuries per liter of air (pCi/L), which is 10 times the average outdoor background radon. If the first test comes in higher than that, it's time to look into mitigation. If not, it's still worth following up with a long-term test (90 days to one year) to make sure you're in the safe zone over time.

Worrisome levels of radon should be dealt with swiftly by calling a mitigation professional. Depending on your home style and the soil underneath it, a pro will install some kind of underground suction-and-fan system to suck radon away from your home, and vent it to be diffused in the outdoor air. Costs range from $750 to $4,000, Snead said, and "99 percent of the time will get the house down below 4 pCi/L, and many times below 2 pCi/L."

Mold

First, the bad news: There's definitely mold in your living space. Mold, an umbrella term for a variety of fungi, lives everywhere, and you can't get rid of it. The good news is that it won't mushroom up to problem levels without moisture, and that you can control.

The biggest issue with out-of-control growth is that mold shoots invisible allergens into the air, causing sniffling, wheezing, eye irritation or rashes in many people. Mold poses even more risk for those with underlying conditions, triggering asthma attacks, exacerbating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and sometimes causing fungal infections in immunocompromised individuals.

If you have a mold infestation, you probably already know it. "If you can see it or you can smell it, you've got a problem," said Scott Damon, health communication lead for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's asthma and community health branch. The only solution is prompt cleanup, a task you can probably handle yourself in small areas (10 feet square or less) but one that will demand professional help for larger ones. Carefully check references if you do hire a contractor, as scammers sometimes claim they can fix mold problems.

It's much better to keep mold at bay in the first place by finding and fixing leaks and minimizing dampness. Often the problem is "a leaky roof or window, or a broken pipe," Damon said. "But it can also be high humidity — use a dehumidifier to bring down that humidity level. And it's important that you ventilate the more humid parts of your house, like the bathroom, laundry and cooking areas." Flip on exhaust fans while showering, cooking or running the dishwasher, and make sure your clothes dryer vents outside.

Carbon monoxide

This one's the killer. Carbon monoxide, an odorless gas produced by burning fuel (including gasoline, wood and propane), can build up in your bloodstream, choking out oxygen in red blood cells. The gas sends more than 20,000 Americans to the E.R. every year. First, it causes nausea, dizziness and confusion, then without a quick infusion of fresh air, carbon monoxide will make you lose consciousness or worse. It can be fatal in just a few minutes with higher concentrations, and a few hours with lower ones.

Risks increase in the winter in colder climates. The biggest culprits are malfunctioning heating systems, such as furnaces, gas water heaters and gas dryers, Damon said. "You should have someone check your heating system — anything that burns gas, oil or coal — every year," he advised. And don't warm up your car inside an attached garage, even with the garage door open.

It's important that you have at least one carbon monoxide detector installed near your bedroom, so it'll wake you up if the gas builds up in your sleep. Check and replace the batteries at least twice a year. Do it now, while you're thinking about it.

Volatile organic compounds (V.O.C.s)

A slew of different chemicals fall into the catchall term V.O.C.s (including formaldehyde and benzene), and because they're found in thousands of different products, from paint to carpeting to furniture to glue, it's likely that some are off-gassing into your home's air right now. Short-term, inhaling high levels of them can cause eye and throat irritation, nausea, headaches and dizziness; long-term, it's linked to cancer and damage to the nervous system, liver and kidneys.

One of the biggest sources of formaldehyde in particular is new building materials, said Dr. Arthur Chang, chief medical officer for the C.D.C.'s division of environmental health science and practice. New particleboard, plywood, adhesives, paints, varnishes and carpeting are all common offenders. If you're not living in a brand-new house, you can still be exposed by painting or renovation projects, new furniture, and some household cleaners, disinfectants and cosmetics, among other things.

One of the best defenses is to keep levels low in the first place by looking for "low- or no-V.O.C." or "low formaldehyde" labels when shopping for paint, couches, mattresses and wood products (also check ingredient lists for "urea," and avoid those products). If a new purchase has that sickly chemical smell, put it in a garage or on a patio to let it off-gas for a few days; wash new drapes before hanging them. Some V.O.C.s are water soluble, so humid air will speed off-gassing; a dehumidifier can help tamp things down.

Ventilation is essential: If you're painting, cleaning, or doing other home projects, make sure the space gets plenty of outside air. Live in a cold climate? Now might not be the best time for major remodeling work — save it until you can easily keep your windows open for several hours.

The common defense: fresh air

Speaking of ventilation, you may have noticed that all of the above pollutants have something in common. Namely, we can mitigate them with a good influx of fresh outdoor air to prevent the nasty stuff from building up.

The newer your living space, the "tighter" it probably is — that is, the fewer cracks and holes there are to let outdoor air seep in. This is a good thing for energy efficiency, but it also increases the risk of pollutants hanging around in your indoor air. A whole-house ventilation system is an effective way to swap indoor and outdoor air without losing too much heat in the process, but they can cost up to a few thousand dollars and don't work well with all homes.

The simpler answer: "Increase fresh air exchange whatever way you can," Dr. Chang said. "If it's feasible, open the windows, even for a short amount of time." Adding a few gusts of outdoor air every day will dilute any air pollutant in your home and is an easy, effective step to take during the long indoor season to come.

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