Cotton Indian Elementary School

Personal cleanliness — Inspector Note: Observed staff members wearing jewelry (watches) during food preparation. PIC corrected on site by having all jewelry removed. 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - Jewelry (C) (g) Jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food.

Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled — Inspector Note: Observed dirty dishes and equipment stored above clean dishes. PIC will remove and clean all dirty dishes to prevent contamination. 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - Equipment, Utensil, Linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (C) (e) Equipment, Utensils, Linens, and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles. 1. Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. 2. Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be stored: (i) In a self-draining position that allows air drying; and (ii) Covered or inverted. 4. Items that are kept in closed packages may be stored less than 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor on dollies, pallets, racks, and skids that are designed as specified under subsection (2)(hh) of this Rule.

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned — Inspector Note: Observed the restroom does not have a trash can and/or a covered trash can for sanitary napkins. PIC will install a trash can with a lid by 03/20/2026. 511-6-1.06(5)(h) - Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered (C) (h) Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.

Nonfood-contact surfaces clean — Inspector Note: Observed mold build up on gaskets in a reach in cooler that is being removed. PIC advised that the cooler has not been used in five years.

Insects, rodents, and animals not present — Inspector Note: Observed dead and live bugs in the dishmachine. Dead roaches and live spiders were observed. This is a repeat violation. PIC will contact Ms. Brown and maintenance.

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized — Inspector Note: Observed a white build up inside of the dishmachine. PIC advised the dishmachine has not been used for five years. PIC advised to maintain the cleanliness of the dishmachine.