3NATIVES

Hands not washed or gloves not changed when required, or employees eating, drinking, or smoking in food areas.

Cleaning chemicals or other toxic substances unlabeled or stored where they can reach food.

Dish machine or sinks not set up or working properly, or missing sanitizer test kit and gauges.

Scoops and other in-use utensils stored improperly (e.g. handle down in the food).

Missing hair or beard restraint, dirty work clothes, jewelry, or painted/artificial fingernails during food prep.

Food-contact or nonfood-contact surfaces improperly designed, constructed, maintained, or located.

A sick or symptomatic employee present, or staff unaware of when illness bars them from working with food.

Handwash sink missing, blocked, or used for other purposes, or missing soap, towels, or the handwash sign.

Single-use items (cups, straws, to-go containers) stored or handled improperly.

Raw meat, poultry, or seafood not separated from ready-to-eat food, or food left unprotected during prep, storage, or display.

Handwash sink missing, blocked, or used for other purposes, or missing soap, towels, or the handwash sign.

Missing or expired food manager certification, or employee food-safety training not documented.

Plumbing not installed or maintained properly — leaks, mop sink issues, unserviced water filters, or missing backflow prevention.

Employee jackets, phones, drinks, or other personal items stored where they can contaminate food.