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Northern Home for Children (Merrick Hall- Generations I)
5301 Ridge Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
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Northern Home for Children (Merrick Hall- Generations I)
5301 Ridge Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
Inspection Date: 10/21/2024

8 Sink designated as a handsink in kitchen observed utilized for cleaning utensils and preparing food items.
14 Improper wash, rinse, and sanitize procedures observed at time of inspection due to lack of 3 compartment sink in kitchen, domestic style 2 basin sink only.
45 The following non-commercial equipment was observed in 1st and 2nd floor kitchen areas: Toaster oven, microwave (1), electric stove-top/oven units (1), (1) household dishwasher, double door freezer and refrigerator units, two-basin sinks (2).
59 Prior to the start of renovations a completed Plan Review Application with proper plans, drawn to scale, including all food service equipment specifications and the location of toilet rooms, plumbing fixtures, storage areas, and utilities must be submitted to the Office of Food Protection. The Plan Review Guidelines, which includes this application, may be obtained from the Philadelphia website: http://www.phila.gov/health/foodprotection/NewFoodBusinesses.html Contact the Plan Review Section, Office of Food Protection, for questions or appointments at 215-685-7495. Completed plan review submissions and fees may be mailed to: Office of Food Protection, 321 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
60 The Office of Food Protection has received plans for this establishment. The plan review process cannot be completed until all required information is provided and all mandated service fees have been paid in full. If you have any questions, please call 215-685-7495.
Northern Home for Children (Merrick Hall- Generations I)
5301 Ridge Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
Inspection Date: 04/24/2024

8 Sink designated as a handsink in kitchen observed utilized for cleaning utensils and preparing food items.
14 Proper wash, rinse, and sanitize procedures at time of inspection due to lack of 3 compartment sink in kitchen, domestic style 2 basin sink only.
45 The following non-commercial equipment was observed in 1st and 2nd floor kitchen areas: Toaster oven, microwave (2), electric stove-top/oven units (2), (1) household dishwasher, double door freezer and refrigerator units, two-basin sinks (2).
47 Chest freezer on 2nd floor kitchen has heavy ice accumulation.
53 Observed cleaning equipment stored directly on flooring outside 1st floor kitchen.
59 Prior to the start of renovations a completed Plan Review Application with proper plans, drawn to scale, including all food service equipment specifications and the location of toilet rooms, plumbing fixtures, storage areas, and utilities must be submitted to the Office of Food Protection. The Plan Review Guidelines, which includes this application, may be obtained from the Philadelphia website: http://www.phila.gov/health/foodprotection/NewFoodBusinesses.html Contact the Plan Review Section, Office of Food Protection, for questions or appointments at 215-685-7495. Completed plan review submissions and fees may be mailed to: Office of Food Protection, 321 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
Northern Home for Children (Merrick Hall- Generations I)
5301 Ridge Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
Inspection Date: 11/29/2023

Northern Home for Children (Merrick Hall- Generations I)
5301 Ridge Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
Inspection Date: 11/29/2023

8 Sink designated as a handsink in kitchen observed utilized for cleaning utensils and preparing food items.
14 Proper wash, rinse, and sanitize procedures at time of inspection due to lack of 3 compartment sink in kitchen, domestic style 2 basin sink only.
45 The following non-commercial equipment was observed in 1st and 2nd floor kitchen areas: Toaster oven, microwave (2), electric stove-top/oven units (2), hood unit (2), double door freezer and refrigerator units, two-basin sinks (2).
49 Facility observed without a prep sink at time of inspection.
59 Prior to the start of renovations a completed Plan Review Application with proper plans, drawn to scale, including all food service equipment specifications and the location of toilet rooms, plumbing fixtures, storage areas, and utilities must be submitted to the Office of Food Protection. The Plan Review Guidelines, which includes this application, may be obtained from the Philadelphia website: http://www.phila.gov/health/foodprotection/NewFoodBusinesses.html Contact the Plan Review Section, Office of Food Protection, for questions or appointments at 215-685-7495. Completed plan review submissions and fees may be mailed to: Office of Food Protection, 321 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
Northern Home for Children (Merrick Hall- Generations I)
5301 Ridge Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
Inspection Date: 10/03/2023

Northern Home for Children (Merrick Hall- Generations I)
5301 Ridge Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
Inspection Date: 10/03/2023

8 Sink designated as a handsink in kitchen observed utilized for cleaning utensils and preparing food items.
8 The handwash sink in the main prep kitchen area does not have single use towels, continuous towels, or air drying device.
13 Several raw animal foods (ground chicken in bag) were stored above ready to eat foods (bagged salad) in the reachin refrigeratoron 1st floor. -person in charge relocated immediately
14 Proper wash, rinse, and sanitize procedures at time of inspection due to lack of 3 compartment sink in kitchen, domestic style 2 basin sink only.
45 The following non-commercial equipment was observed in 1st and 2nd floor kitchen areas: Toaster oven, microwave (2), electric stove-top/oven units (2), hood unit (2), double door freezer and refrigerator units, two-basin sinks (2).
47 Reach-in double door freezer on 2nd floor storage/kitchen room observed in need of cleaning.
49 Facility observed without a prep sink at time of inspection.
59 Prior to the start of renovations a completed Plan Review Application with proper plans, drawn to scale, including all food service equipment specifications and the location of toilet rooms, plumbing fixtures, storage areas, and utilities must be submitted to the Office of Food Protection. The Plan Review Guidelines, which includes this application, may be obtained from the Philadelphia website: http://www.phila.gov/health/foodprotection/NewFoodBusinesses.html Contact the Plan Review Section, Office of Food Protection, for questions or appointments at 215-685-7495. Completed plan review submissions and fees may be mailed to: Office of Food Protection, 321 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
Northern Home for Children (Merrick Hall- Generations I)
5301 Ridge Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
Inspection Date: 06/20/2023

Northern Home for Children (Merrick Hall- Generations I)
5301 Ridge Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
Inspection Date: 06/20/2023

8 Sink designated as a handsink in kitchen observed utilized for cleaning utensils and preparing food items.
14 Proper wash, rinse, and sanitize procedures at time of inspection due to lack of 3 compartment sink in kitchen, domestic style 2 basin sink only
33 Raw chicken being thawed using an unapproved method. Food observed thawing at room temperature in 1 out the 2 (2 basin) sink in kitchen. Food observed thawing in standing water.
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of equipment are not available or readily accessible in refrigeration equipment.
45 The following non-commercial equipment was observed in 1st and 2nd floor kitchen areas: Toaster oven, microwave (2), electric stove-top/oven units (2), hood unit (2), double door freezer and refrigerator units, two-basin sinks (2).
47 Counter tops for 2nd floor kitchen and inside all refrigerator units observed with food debris accumulation.
49 Facility observed without a prep sink at time of inspection.
59 Prior to the start of renovations a completed Plan Review Application with proper plans, drawn to scale, including all food service equipment specifications and the location of toilet rooms, plumbing fixtures, storage areas, and utilities must be submitted to the Office of Food Protection. The Plan Review Guidelines, which includes this application, may be obtained from the Philadelphia website: http://www.phila.gov/health/foodprotection/NewFoodBusinesses.html Contact the Plan Review Section, Office of Food Protection, for questions or appointments at 215-685-7495. Completed plan review submissions and fees may be mailed to: Office of Food Protection, 321 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
Northern Home for Children (Merrick Hall- Generations I)
5301 Ridge Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
Inspection Date: 05/10/2023

PM303.4 Mouse feces were observed in cabinetry in kitchen on 1st floor.
Northern Home for Children (Merrick Hall- Generations I)
5301 Ridge Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
Inspection Date: 05/10/2023

1 The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the Philadelphia Food Code. -food safety certified person did properly demonstrate proper wash, rinse, and sanitize procedures at time of inspection.
8 Sink designated as a handsink in kitchen observed utilized for cleaning utensils and preparing food items.
14 Proper wash, rinse, and sanitize procedures at time of inspection due to lack of 3 compartment sink in kitchen, domestic style 2 basin sink only
36 Mouse feces were observed on cabinets in kitchen on 1st floor.
45 The following non-commercial equipment was observed in 1st and 2nd floor kitchen areas: Toaster oven, microwave (2), electric stove-top/oven units (2), hood unit (2), double door freezer and refrigerator units, two-basin sinks (2).
49 Facility observed without a prep sink at time of inspection.
59 Prior to the start of renovations a completed Plan Review Application with proper plans, drawn to scale, including all food service equipment specifications and the location of toilet rooms, plumbing fixtures, storage areas, and utilities must be submitted to the Office of Food Protection. The Plan Review Guidelines, which includes this application, may be obtained from the Philadelphia website: http://www.phila.gov/health/foodprotection/NewFoodBusinesses.html Contact the Plan Review Section, Office of Food Protection, for questions or appointments at 215-685-7495. Completed plan review submissions and fees may be mailed to: Office of Food Protection, 321 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
 
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