TAQUERIA Y MARISCOS CHAPALA

Stainless steel wall next to the cook line is starting to come off the wall. [CA] Adhere the stainless steel back to the wall properly.

Dust build up noted on the fan guards of the walk in. [CA] Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Some food products in containers were located in the floor of the walk in freezer. [CA] Food shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination.

Sanitizer buckets were measured at 200PPM of chlorine at the time of inspection. [CA] Wiping towels shall be stored in sanitizing solution of an approved concentration when not in use (100 ppm - chlorine, 200 ppm - quaternary ammonium). [COS] Sanitizer buckets were diluted; re-measured at 100PPM.

Light bulb is missing on the right side of hood system at the time of inspection. [CA] Replace the light bulb.

Multiple pieces of equipment noted in the back of facility that are no longer in use. Per PIC, they might not use equipment anymore. [CA] The premises of a food facility shall be free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the facility, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used.

Chlorine sanitizer found at over 200 ppm in sanitizer bucket next to griddle. [CA] Wiping towels shall be stored in sanitizing solution of an approved concentration when not in use (100 ppm - chlorine, 200 ppm - quaternary ammonium).

Facility is lacking chlorine sanitizer test strips. [CA] Test strips shall be provided to adequately measure the applicable sanitization method used in wiping cloth buckets and during mechanical warewashing. Test strips shall be readily available at all times.

Our records indicate this facility is operating with an expired health permit. Your balance due is $ 1,975.00. Payment must be made immediately to DEH at the address at the top of this report or via our website at www.Ehinfo.org.