Philadelphia Dept of Health Food Facility Inspection Report  
Philadelphia Dept of Health/Office of Food Protection
7800 Ogontz Ave. Phila., PA 19150
www.phila.gov/departments/department-of-public-health
No. of Risk Factor/Intervention Violations  7 Date  08/11/2016
No. of Repeat Risk Factor/Intervention Violations  0 Time In  10:45 AM
Number of Corrections   3 Time Out  01:00 PM
Food Facility
Uceta Mini Market
Address
2513 W SOMERSET ST 19122
Telephone
(215) 223-3875
Establishment Type
Retail Food: Grocery Market
District
8
Sub
3
Licensee
 
Corporate Officer
Rodolfo R. Uceta 
  Purpose of Inspection
Inspection 
Inspection Type
Inspection 
FOODBORNE ILLNESS RISK FACTORS AND PUBLIC HEALTH INTERVENTIONS
IN=in compliance    OUT=not in compliance    N/O=not observed    N/A=not applicable
  
COS=corrected on-site during inspection    R=repeat violation
 Compliance Status COS R
Demonstration of Knowledge
1 IN Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses    
Employee Health
2 IN Management awareness; policy present    
3 IN Proper use of reporting; restriction & exclusion    
Good Hygienic Practices
4 IN Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use    
5 IN No discharge from eyes, nose, and mouth    
Preventing Contamination by Hazards
6 OUT Hands clean & properly washed    
7 IN No bare hand contact with RTE foods or approved alternate method properly followed    
8 OUT Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible X  
Approved Source
9 IN Food obtained from approved source    
10 IN Food received at proper temperature    
11 IN Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated    
12 IN Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction    
Protection From Contamination
13 OUT Food separated & protected X  
14 OUT Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized    
15 IN Proper disposition of returned, previously served, reconditioned, & unsafe food    
 
 Compliance Status COS R
Potentially Hazardous Food Time/Temperature
16 IN Proper cooking time & temperature    
17 IN Proper reheating procedures for hot holding    
18 IN Proper cooling time & temperature    
19 IN Proper hot holding temperature    
20 IN Proper cold holding temperature    
21 OUT Proper date marking & disposition    
22 IN Time as a public health control; procedures & record    
Consumer Advisory
23 IN Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foods    
Highly Susceptible Population
24 IN Pasteurized foods used; prohibited foods not offered    
Chemical
25 IN Food additives: approved & properly used    
26 OUT Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used    
Conformance with Approved Procedure
27 IN Compliance with variance, specialized process, & HACCP plan    
Risk factors are improper practices or procedures identified as the most prevalent contributing factors of foodborne illness or injury. Public Health Interventions are control measures to prevent foodborne illness or injury.
GOOD RETAIL PRACTICES
Good Retail Practices are preventative measures to control the addition of pathogens, chemicals, and physical objects into foods.
 Compliance Status COS R
Safe Food and Water
28 IN Pasteurized eggs used where required    
29 IN Water & ice from approved source    
30 IN Variance obtained for specialized processing methods    
Food Temperature Control
31 IN Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control    
32 IN Plant food properly cooked for hot holding    
33 IN Approved thawing methods used    
34 OUT Thermometer provided & accurate    
Food Identification
35 OUT Food properly labeled; original container    
Prevention of Food Contamination
36 OUT Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons    
37 IN Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display    
38 IN Personal cleanliness    
39 IN Wiping cloths: properly used & stored    
40 IN Washing fruit & vegetables    
Proper Use of Utensils
41 IN In-use utensils: properly stored    
 
 Compliance Status COS R
Proper Use of Utensils
42 IN Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled    
43 IN Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used    
44 IN Gloves used properly    
Utensils, Equipment and Vending
45 OUT Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used    
46 OUT Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips    
47 OUT Non-food contact surfaces clean    
Physical Facilities
48 IN Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure    
49 IN Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices    
50 IN Sewage & waste water properly disposed    
51 IN Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned    
52 IN Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained    
53 OUT Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean    
54 OUT Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used    
Philadelphia Ordinances
56 IN Person in Control of premises has not posted "No Smoking" signs.    
56+ IN Philadelphia Ordinances    
Person in Charge (Signature)    Name:  Manuel D. Uceta-Espinal A50879 exp. 2/1/2018 Date: 08/11/2016
Inspector (Signature) S Barnes (215) 685-7498 Date: 08/11/2016
Philadelphia Dept of Health Food Facility Inspection Report  
Philadelphia Dept of Health/Office of Food Protection
7800 Ogontz Ave. Phila., PA 19150
www.phila.gov/departments/department-of-public-health
No. of Risk Factor/Intervention Violations  7 Date  08/11/2016
No. of Repeat Risk Factor/Intervention Violations  0 Time In  10:45 AM
Number of Corrections   3 Time Out  01:00 PM
Food Facility
Uceta Mini Market
Address
2513 W SOMERSET ST 19122
Telephone
(215) 223-3875
Establishment Type
Retail Food: Grocery Market
District
8
Sub
3
Licensee
 
Corporate Officer
Rodolfo R. Uceta 
  Purpose of Inspection
Inspection 
Inspection Type
Inspection 
FOODBORNE ILLNESS RISK FACTORS AND PUBLIC HEALTH INTERVENTIONS
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Food Disposal
Food Types Volume Unit Pounds
OBSERVATIONS AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
Item
Number
Violations cited in this report must be corrected within the time frames below.
6 Violation of Code: [46.132] Food Employee did not follow proper handwashing procedure. Soap was not used.

Employee was instructed to use soap when washing their hands. New Violation.
8 Violation of Code: [46.825(a)] Items observed siting inside of the handwash sink in the food prep area.

**Note:
A handwashing sink may not be used for any purposes other than handwashing. Corrected On-Site.
13 Violation of Code: [46.281] Food observed sitting in pooled water at the bottom of the display case.

Food items were still in their respective packaging. Items were relocated. Corrected On-Site.
14 Violation of Code: [46.712] 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. New Violation.
14 Violation of Code: [46.731] Facility is unable to wash, rinse, and sanitize due to the faucet not being installed at the 3-basin sink. New Violation.
21 Violation of Code: [46.385(b)] Opened commercially processed, Deli Meats, ready to eat food, located in the display case, and held more than 48 hours, was not marked
with the date it was opened. New Violation.
26 Violation of Code: [46.1024] Sanitizer that is currently being used is not labeled for food contact surfaces. New Violation.
34 Violation of Code: [46.632] Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of equipment are not available in the refrigeration equipment. New Violation.
35 Violation of Code: [46.421] Price tag observed covering the expiration date on the baby food. New Violation.
36 Violation of Code: [46.922(e)(f)] Outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals.

Front door observed open without a protective screen. New Violation.
Person in Charge (Signature) Manuel D. Uceta-Espinal A50879 exp. 2/1/2018 Date: 08/11/2016
Inspector (Signature) S Barnes (215) 685-7498 Date: 08/11/2016
Philadelphia Dept of Health Food Facility Inspection Report  
Philadelphia Dept of Health/Office of Food Protection
7800 Ogontz Ave. Phila., PA 19150
www.phila.gov/departments/department-of-public-health
No. of Risk Factor/Intervention Violations  7 Date  08/11/2016
No. of Repeat Risk Factor/Intervention Violations  0 Time In  10:45 AM
Number of Corrections   3 Time Out  01:00 PM
Food Facility
Uceta Mini Market
Address
2513 W SOMERSET ST 19122
Telephone
(215) 223-3875
Establishment Type
Retail Food: Grocery Market
District
8
Sub
3
Licensee
 
Corporate Officer
Rodolfo R. Uceta 
  Purpose of Inspection
Inspection 
Inspection Type
Inspection 
OBSERVATIONS AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
Item
Number
Violations cited in this report must be corrected within the time frames below.
36 Violation of Code: [46.981(k)(l)] Visible physical evidence of insect activity observed in the food prep area.

Flies observed throughout the food prep area. New Violation.
45 Violation of Code: [46.652] Handwashing sink observed not sealed to the wall in the food prep area. New Violation.
45 Violation of Code: [46.671] Faucet lacking at the 3-basin sink. New Violation.
45 Violation of Code: [46.522] Cardboard observed lining shelving in the rear storage area. New Violation.
46 Violation of Code: [46.634] Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration. New Violation.
47 Violation of Code: [46.714] 1. Pooled water observed at the bottom of the display case
2. Sticky substance observed on the door handles of the display case
3. Dirt and food debris observed along the door tracks of the display case New Violation.
53 Violation of Code: [46.921] 1. Wall damage observed in the food prep area
2. Ceiling dam age observed in the retail area
3. Holes observed along the floor perimeters in the food prep area
4. Perforated ceiling tiles observed in the food prep area
5. Floor damage observed in the rear storage area New Violation.
53 Violation of Code: [46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)] 1. Dirt and other debris observed along the floor perimeters throughout the food prep area
2. Pooled water observed in front of the beverage refrigerators in the retail area New Violation.
53 Violation of Code: [46.981(e)(m)] Idle broom and mop inside bucket observed in the food prep area and not elevated on a mop rack. New Violation.
54 Violation of Code: [46.922(a)] Lights in the food prep area are not shielded from breakage. New Violation.
Remarks Closure orders issued due to the facility not being able to wash, rinse, and sanitize the dishes because the faucet is missing at the 3-basin sink.

Call the inspector at the number below to schedule an inspection once the 3-basin sink is repaired.
Summary
Statements
This inspection has revealed that the establishment is not in satisfactory compliance and that current management practices have allowed unacceptable public health or food safety conditions. Corrective action is required to eliminate these violations. Compliance status will be assessed upon reinspection.

Due to conditions observed during the inspection by the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, the establishment has agreed to discontinue food operations and voluntarily close until it is approved by the Department to resume operations. Please contact the Sanitarian at the phone number listed below to arrange for an inspection prior to opening.
You are required under Section 6-502 of the Philadelphia Health Code to correct the violations listed as noted above. Your failure to correct these violations may result in the revocation of your health license and other legal action. Reinstatement of a revoked health license will require payment of another license fee. An appeal to these orders may be made to the Board of License and Inspection Review, Municipal Services Building, 1401 JFK Boulevard Philadelphia, PA 19102-1617
Person in Charge (Signature) Manuel D. Uceta-Espinal A50879 exp. 2/1/2018 Date: 08/11/2016
Inspector (Signature) S Barnes (215) 685-7498 Date: 08/11/2016