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Nazareth Hospital
2601 Holme Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19152
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Nazareth Hospital
2601 Holme Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19152
Inspection Date: 03/12/2025

14 Soap and utensils being used and stored inside 2 food prep sinks. **Person in charge took corrective action
22 Time in lieu of temperature being used in the food facility to control ready to eat potentially hazardous foods without written procedures or documentation to verify disposition of food. **Person in charge took corrective action
45 The following was observed: -1 not in use hot plate unit -2 toasters not in service -2 not in service hot holding unit -1 not in service open display case
47 The following was observed: -Debris on equipment shelves -food Debris inside the reach refrigerators -walk-in floors have food debris -grease accumulation around food equipment and the shelving unit next to it -food debris in hot-holding units
53 Floor perimeters observed with debris
Nazareth Hospital
2601 Holme Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19152
Inspection Date: 12/05/2024

14 The following was observed: -The can openers had an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces. -Wiping cloths observed stored in sanitizer bucket with sanitizer concentration of 0 ppm.
14 The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay warewash sink was 0 ppm, rather than 400 ppm as stated on the manufacturer's use directions.
14 Can openers were stored inside the food prep sinks in the production area.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent / insect (Mouse droppings and drain flies) activity observed in the dry storage and warewash area.
45 The following was observed: -1 not in use hot plate unit -Deep fryer in cafeteria not functional -1 out of service coffee machine -1 not in service hot holding unit
47 The following was observed: -Debris on equipment shelves -food Debris inside the reach refrigerator
53 Mop in dry storage observed stored in bucket of dirty water instead of being elevated after use.
Nazareth Hospital
2601 Holme Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19152
Inspection Date: 09/25/2024

13 Raw chicken was stored above raw beef, pork, fish in the walk-in unit. **Person in charge placed the chicken on the bottom shelf for proper separation.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 The following was observed: -2 not in-use hot holding units in the Café area -Deep fryer in cafeteria not functional.
47 The following was observed: -light debris on equipment shelves -food Debris inside the reach refrigerator -Ice accumulation in the chest freezer
53 Floor perimeters in the food prep area observed with puddled water and food debris.
Nazareth Hospital
2601 Holme Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19152
Inspection Date: 06/12/2024

8 Several handwash sinks observed with grime and residue.
14 Food prep sink observed to have grime and residue.
36 Drain flies observed in the dishwasher area.
37 Beverages observed stored on the floor in the dry storage area.
45 The following was observed: -Non-operational meat slicer in the dry storage area. -New kitchen equipment not in service -Deep fryer in cafeteria not functional. -1 not in use cold open unit
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
47 The following was observed: -light debris on equipment shelves -food Debris inside the reach refrigerator -Ice accumulation in the walk in freezer
50 Drain behind the dishwasher observed to have debris accumulation causing it to not drain the water properly.
53 Dry storage floors observed with debris.
Nazareth Hospital
2601 Holme Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19152
Inspection Date: 04/03/2024

8 Employee drink observed stored inside handwash sink. **Person in charge removed it.
22 Time in lieu of temperature being used in the food facility to control ready to eat potentially hazardous foods without written procedures or documentation to verify disposition of food. **Person in charge provided a temp time log.
45 The following was observed: -Non-operational meat slicer in the dry storage area. -New kitchen equipment not in service -Deep fryer in cafeteria not functional.
47 Grease accumulation in the cooking area of the cafeteria.
47 Light debris observed on the storing equipment shelves.
53 The following was observed: -Residue on some wall/ceiling surfaces in the prep area. -Dry storage floors observed with debris.
Nazareth Hospital
2601 Holme Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19152
Inspection Date: 12/14/2023

14 Utensils observed inside the food prep sink in the rea kitchen area. **Person in charge took corrective action and removed the utensils from the food prep sink.
42 Clean food equipment being stored wet, and not in a manner to allow air drying... wet nesting.
45 Non-operational meat slicer observed in the dry storage area.
47 Slight ice accumulation inside the ceiling of the walk-in freezer
51 Men's restroom urinal observed to be un-clean to sight.
53 The following was observed: -Residue on some wall/ceiling surfaces in the prep area. -Old mouse droppings in one corner of the dry storage area.
53 Broom and dust pans observed not elevated on a utility rack.
Nazareth Hospital
2601 Holme Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19152
Inspection Date: 09/19/2023

8 Soap dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the cafeteria area.
13 Raw chicken was stored above ready to eat foods in the refrigerator. Chicken was removed.
36 Visible physical evidence of insect activity observed: scuttle flies observed in the prep area harboring on the walls/ceiling near the walk-in boxes.
53 Reside observed on some wall/ceiling surfaces in the prep area.
Nazareth Hospital
2601 Holme Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19152
Inspection Date: 06/13/2023

14 The food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils did not reach 160 degrees F during the sanitizing cycle of the high temperature dishwasher as evidenced by the failure of the temperature indicator. Facility to use the 3-compartment warewashing sink until the dishwasher is serviced and working properly. An emergency work order was placed for the dishwasher.
19 Potentially hazardous food (burgers, meatloaf) was held at 129-130 degrees F rather than 135 degrees F or above as required. Unit temperature was adjusted.
20 Potentially hazardous food (eggs, cheese, spinach) was held in the refrigerator in the cafeteria (lunch line) at 50-54 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Foods were removed from the unit to be discarded.
45 The following were observed: -Hot holding unit located in cafeteria area does not maintain proper hot holding temperature. Ambient air observed at 127 degrees F rather than 135 or higher as required. -Reach-in refrigeration unit located in cafeteria area does not maintain proper cold holding temperature. Ambient air observed at 55 degrees F rather than 41 or below as required.
47 The following were observed: -Food residue/debris around the perimeters of the floor and under shelving in walk-in coolers/freezer -Food debris/grease accumulation on interior surfaces of cooking equipment -Debris/static dust on shelving units in dry storage area -Static dust on fan guards in some refrigeration units
54 The following were observed: -One light out under exhaust hood -One light out in reach-in refrigeration unit on TCU
Nazareth Hospital
2601 Holme Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19152
Inspection Date: 03/07/2023

8 Old food debris observed in the handwashing sink in cafeteria area. **PIC took corrective action, removed food debris, and properly wash, rinsed, and sanitized interior surfaces of handwashing sink.
45 The following were observed: -Loose faucet handle at handwashing sink in unisex employee restroom on TCU -Hot holding unit located in cafeteria area does not maintain proper hot holding temperature. Ambient air observed at 127 degrees F rather than 135 or higher as required. -Reach-in refrigeration unit located in food prep area does not maintain proper cold holding temperature. Ambient air observed at 45-57 degrees F rather than 41 or below as required. **All potentially hazardous food observed within proper temperature ranges. PIC was instructed to move any potentially hazardous foods to units that maintain proper cold and hot holding temperatures until serviced by maintenance.
47 The following were observed: -Food residue/debris around the perimeters of the floor in walk-in coolers/freezer -Food residue/debris on lower interior surfaces of reach-in refrigeration units/freezers and open display case in food prep area/food pantry area -Ice accumulation on interior surfaces of chest freezer and around perimeters of floor/ceiling of walk-in freezer -Food debris/grease accumulation on interior surfaces of cooking equipment -Debris/static dust on shelving units in food prep area and dry storage area -Food debris/residue on interior surfaces of microwave units in food prep/food pantry area -Static dust on fan guards in some refrigeration units -Static dust, debris, and food residue on lower interior surfaces of cabinetry units in food pantry
49 One slow draining handwashing sink observed in women's employee restroom area.
50 Condensate tubing of coffee machine observed draining into an unapproved bucket. **PIC was instructed to reroute tubing to an indirect waste connection.
51 Static dust observed on air vent in unisex employee restroom on TCU.
51 Lidded receptacle for disposal of sanitary feminine napkins not observed in unisex employee restroom area. **PIC took corrective action and provided lidded receptacle during time of inspection.
53 Food debris/residue and debris/static dust accumulation observed around perimeters of floor in food prep area and dry storage room area.
54 The following were observed: -One light out under exhaust hood -One light out in reach-in refrigeration unit on TCU
Nazareth Hospital
2601 Holme Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19152
Inspection Date: 12/05/2022

1 Food Safety Certified person's city certificate observed expired. **No person shall operate a food establishment that handles, prepares or serves non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food who does not have present and in the employ of the food establishment at all hours of operation at least one (1) person with a valid Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Department. **PIC was issued application for City Certificate during time of inspection.
11 One gallon of milk located in the walk-in cooler observed with "Sell By" date 11/30/22. **PIC took corrective action and discarded milk during time of inspection.
14 The following were observed: -Slicer has an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces and is not being washed, rinsed and sanitized at least every 4 hours -Pink slime observed forming on the interior of the ice machine bin **PIC took corrective action and discarded ice, and properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized food contact surfaces of ice machine/slicer during time of inspection.
26 Open rodent bait observed under ware-washing sink in food prep area. **PIC took corrective action and discarded open rodent bait. **Rodent bait shall be contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station.
36 An insect control device (glue tras) observed stored above 3 bay ware-washing sink located in food prep area with potential to contaminate food equipment, and / or utensils. **PIC took corrective action and relocated glue trap during time of inspection.
43 Single use articles located in dry storage area observed improperly inverted. *PIC took corrective action and properly inverted single use articles during time of inspection.
47 The following were observed: -Food residue/debris around the perimeters of the floor in walk-in coolers/freezer -Food residue/debris on lower interior surfaces of reach-in refrigeration units/freezers and open display case in food prep area/food pantry area -Ice accumulation on interior surfaces of chest freezer and around perimeters of floor/ceiling of walk-in freezer -Food debris/grease accumulation on interior surfaces of cooking equipment -Debris/static dust on shelving units in food prep area and dry storage area -Food debris/residue on interior surfaces of microwave units in food prep/food pantry area -Static dust on fang guards in walk-in coolers -Static dust, debris, and food residue on lower interior surfaces of cabinetry units in food pantry
53 Food debris/residue and debris/static dust accumulation observed around perimeters of floor in food prep area and dry storage room area.
53 Base coving observed in need of repair in food pantry area.
54 Three dull lights observed in dry storage area.
54 Hood filters have an accumulation of static dust and grease.
Nazareth Hospital
2601 Holme Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19152
Inspection Date: 09/26/2022

11 The following were observed: -Potentially hazardous food located in open display case was held at 57-61 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. -Potentially hazardous food located in hot holding unit was held at 101 degrees F rather than 135 degrees F or above as required. **PIC was instructed discard potentially hazardous food out of temperature range during time of inspection.
14 The quaternary ammonia concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay ware-washing sink was greater than the required range as stated on the manufacturer's use directions. **PIC was instructed to discontinue use of 3 bay ware-washing sink until serviced by maintenance and to utilize the mechanical high temp ware-washing machine.
19 Potentially hazardous food located in hot holding unit was held at 101 degrees F rather than 135 degrees F or above as required. **PIC was instructed to discard all potentially hazardous foods out of required temperature range.
20 Potentially hazardous food located in open display case was held at 57-61 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. **PIC was instructed discard potentially hazardous food out of temperature range during time of inspection.
45 The following were observed: -One hot holding unit is non-operational -Faucet leak at 3 bay ware-washing sink -One open display and one hot holding unit do not withhold proper cold and hot holding temperature range
47 The following were observed: -Food residue/debris around the perimeters of the floor in walk-in coolers/freezer -Food residue/debris on lower interior surfaces of shelving units reach-in refrigeration units/freezers and open display case -Ice accumulation on interior surfaces of chest freezer and around perimeters of floor/ceiling of walk-in freezer -Food debris/grease accumulation on interior surfaces of cooking equipment -Debris/static dust on shelving units in food prep area and dry storage area -Food debris/residue on interior surfaces of microwave unit -Static dust on fang guards in walk-in coolers
49 Several handwashing sinks in food prep area observed slow draining.
51 The following were observed: -Residue around faucet handles of handwashing sinks in both men's and women's employee restroom areas -Residue around toilets in both men's and women's employee restroom areas -Debris around perimeters of floor in both men's and women's employee restroom areas
53 Food debris/residue and debris/static dust accumulation observed around perimeters of floor in food prep area and dry storage room area.
53 Brooms observed stored on floor and not elevated on a utility rack designated for maintenance tools.
54 Hood filters have an accumulation of static dust and grease.
Nazareth Hospital
2601 Holme Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19152
Inspection Date: 06/23/2022

11 Three dented cans observed on shelving unit in dry storage area. **PIC took corrective action and discarded cans during time of inspection.
35 Several working bulk food ingredient storage containers are not labeled with the common name of the food in food prep area.
37 Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in walk-in freezer.
43 Food contact surface of single-use articles observed improperly inverted on shelving unit in food prep area. **PIC took corrective and properly inverted single-use articles during time of inspection.
45 Milk crates observed being used for elevation of food in the dry storage room area and walk-in freezer, which are not smooth and easily cleanable.
45 The following were observed: -One under-the-counter refrigeration unit is non-operational -Damaged interior gasket on hot holding unit
47 The following were observed: -Food residue/debris around the perimeters of the floor in walk-in coolers/freezer -Food residue/debris on lower interior surfaces of shelving units reach-in refrigeration units/freezers and open display case -Ice accumulation on interior surfaces of chest freezer and around perimeters of floor/ceiling of walk-inn freezer -Food debris/grease accumulation on interior surfaces of cooking equipment -Debris/static dust on shelving units in food prep area and dry storage area
48 One to two minute delay in hot water reaching peak demand at handwashing sinks in both men's and women's employee restroom areas.
51 The following were observed: -Residue around faucet handles of handwashing sinks in both men's and women's employee restroom areas -Residue around toilets in both men's and women's employee restroom areas -Debris around perimeters of floor in both men's and women's employee restroom areas
53 Food debris/residue and debris/static dust accumulation observed around perimeters of floor in food prep area and dry storage room area.
Nazareth Hospital
2601 Holme Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19152
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