Green Valley Golf Group/ Georgia National Restaurant

Approved thawing methods used — Inspector Note: Observed a package of raw pork ribs thawing improperly in the meat preparation sink. PIC corrected on site. PIC will ensure that proper thawing methods are used when thawing TCS foods. 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - Thawing (C) (c) Thawing. Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, time/temperature control for safety food shall be thawed: 1. Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less; PF or 2. Completely submerged under running water: (i) At a water temperature of 70°F (21°C) or below, PF (ii) With sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow PF, and (iii) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of ready-to-eat food to rise above 41°F (5°C), or (iv) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of a raw animal food requiring cooking to be above 41°F (5°C), for more than 4 hours including: (I) The time the food is exposed to the running water and the time needed for preparation for cooking PF, or (II) The time it takes under refrigeration to lower the food temperature to 41°F (5°C) PF; 3. As part of a cooking process if the food that is frozen is: (i) Cooked as specified under subsections (5)(a)1 or 2 or (5)(b) or 5(e) of this Rule PF, or (ii) Thawed in a microwave oven and immediately transferred to conventional cooking equipment, with no interruption in the process PF; or 4. Using any procedure if a portion of frozen ready-to-eat food is thawed and prepared for immediate service in response to an individual consumer's order. 5. Reduced oxygen packaged fish that bears a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use shall be removed from the reduced oxygen environment: (i) Prior to its thawing under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less; or

Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used — Inspector Note: Observed aluminum foil used to line shelves in the storage room. PIC will remove aluminum foil to prevent pest activity. PIC will use rubber mesh liners to prevent pest activity. 511-6-1.05(2)(h) - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C) (h) Nonfood-contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance.

Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips — Inspector Note: Observed quat test strips not provided. Chlorine test strips were ineffective. PIC will obtain proper test strips by 9/4/2026. 511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j) - Temperature Measuring Device, Manual Warewashing; Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Device (Pf) (h) Temperature Measuring Devices, Manual and Mechanical Warewashing. 1. In manual warewashing operations, a temperature measuring device shall be provided and readily accessible for frequently measuring the washing and sanitizing temperatures. Pf 2. In hot water mechanical warewashing operations, an irreversible registering temperature indicator shall be provided and readily accessible for measuring the utensil surface temperature. Pf (i) Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. Pf j) Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers. 1. Cleaning agents that are used to clean equipment and utensils as specified under section (7) of this Rule, shall be provided and available for use during all hours of operation. Pf 2. Except for those that are generated on-site at the time of use, chemical sanitizers that are used to sanitize equipment and utensils, as specified under Section (8) of this Rule, shall be provided and available for use during all hours of operation. Pf

Insects, rodents, and animals not present — Inspector Note: Observed the presence of rodent droppings in the attic area. The activity was minimal however the PIC must follow up with pest control to inspect and treat the area. 511-6-1.07(5)(l) - Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents, and Other Pest (C) (l) Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents, and Other Pests. Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests shall be removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests.

Proper date marking and disposition — Inspector Note: Observed a container of chili and baked potatoes did not contain a disposal or preparation date. PIC corrected on site by discarding the chili. The bake potatoes were not discarded since the Head Cook stated that they were prepped on 9/1 (COS).

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display — Inspector Note: Observed approximately 15 bags of condiments (3lbs each) that were rinsed and stored in the storage bin due to potential contamination from rodent activity. All condiments were discarded (COS). 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - Food Storage (C) (q) Food Storage. 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. 2. Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor on case lot handling equipment if the equipment can be moved by hand or by conveniently available apparatuses such as hand trucks and forklifts. 3. Pressurized beverage containers, cased food in waterproof containers such as bottles or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a floor that is clean and not exposed to floor moisture.

Posted: Permit/Inspection/Choking Poster/Handwashing — Inspector Note: Observed the inspection report not posted in the lobby for the public to view. The inspection report was stored behind the hotdog roller and the wrong score was posted. Advised PIC to relocate the inspection report and the permit so that it is visible to the public. 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - Displaying of the Inspection Report (C) 1. The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. 2. Food service establishments with drive-thru windows will post the current inspection report, and also have the inspection report posted so that a minimum of the top one-third of a copy of the current inspection report is visible through each window allowing customers to easily read the score, date of inspection and establishment information. 3. At food service establishments with no primary or public door, the current inspection report shall be prominently displayed at all times where the documents can be read by the public from a distance of one foot away. If requirements of this paragraph are not possible because of physical restrictions, a location will be determined as approved by the Health Authority. 4. The most current inspection report for mobile food service units and extended food service units issued by the local Health Authority having jurisdiction for its inspections shall be prominently displayed in public view during all hours of operation. Such inspection reports shall be prominently displayed at the point of service where the documents can be read by the public from a distance of one foot away. 5. A food service establishment inspection report addendum need not be displayed, but shall be made available by the food service establishment to the public upon request.

Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used — Inspector Note: A splash guard is needed on the side of the handwashing sink at the bar to prevent contamination from washing hands to the ice bin.

Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used — Inspector Note: Observed the shelves with rust on them in the egg cooler. Please clean and properly seal the shelves or replace the shelves to avoid rust contamination to food items. 511-6-1.05(2)(a) - Equipment and Utensils, constructed of durable materials (C) (2) Design and Construction. (a) Equipment and Utensils. Equipment and utensils shall be designed and constructed to be durable and to retain their characteristic qualities under normal use conditions.

Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used — Inspector Note: Observed the wheel/leg missing on the reach in freezer in the kitchen. The reach in freezer is leaning on the reach in cooler. The leg must be repaired to avoid potential risks of it falling on an employee. 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - Good Repair & Proper Adjustment (C) (6) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair and Proper Adjustment. 1. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule. 2. Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. 3. Cutting or piercing parts of can openers shall be kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when the container is opened.

Nonfood-contact surfaces clean — Inspector Note: Observed several pipes underneath the sinks in need of cleaning due to accumulation and build up. 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C) (d) Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

Hot and cold water available; adequate pressure — Inspector Note: Observed the water on the 3-compartment sink not working properly (completely stops) when the dishwasher is running on the second cycle. This issue must be fixed so that water is working properly with pressure at all times. A professional plumber must come within 15 days to fix the issues. Send a detailed work order to [REDACTED EMAIL] by 2/27/26 511-6-1.06(1)(g),(h) - Water Supply, Capacity; Pressure (Pf) (g) Capacity. 1. The water source and system shall be of sufficient capacity to meet the peak water demands of the food service establishment. Pf 2. Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment. Pf (h) Pressure. Water under pressure shall be provided to all fixtures, equipment, and nonfood equipment that are required to use water except that water supplied as specified under subsection (1)(k)1 and 2 to a temporary food service operation or in response to a temporary interruption of a water supply need not be under pressure. Pf

Garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained — Inspector Note: Observed the lid missing on the trash bin. Please contact the city or your waste management company to replace the garbage bin. All bins must be covered. 511-6-1.06(5)(n) - Covering Receptacles (C) (n) Covering Receptacles. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered: 1. Inside the food service establishment if the receptacles and units: (i) Contain food residue and are not in continuous use; or (ii) After they are filled; and 2. With tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food service establishment.

Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean — Inspector Note: Observed an excessive amount of build up on the floors underneath the grill, stove, and other cooking equipment in the kitchen. There was also build up and rodent dropping behind and on the side of the reach in coolers in the kitchen and rodent droppings underneath the shelves in the dry storage area. Observed build on the walls and floors underneath the sinks and washing area (hand sinks, prep sink, 3-compartment sink and dishwasher).

Adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used — Inspector Note: Observed the protective light shield broken in the dish area. The shield must be replaced. 511-6-1.07(2)(i) - Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding (C) (i) Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding. 1. Except as specified in paragraph 2 of this subsection, light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. 2. Shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant bulbs need not be used in areas used only for storing food in unopened packages, if: (i) The integrity of the packages cannot be affected by broken glass falling onto them; and (ii) The packages are capable of being cleaned of debris from broken bulbs before the packages are opened. 3. An infrared or other heat lamp shall be protected against breakage by a shield surrounding and extending beyond the bulb so that only the face of the bulb is exposed.

Insects, rodents, and animals not present — Inspector Note: Observed an excessive amount of rodent droppings in the attic on the floors. Observed several baits (trapping device) that were not set properly in the attic. Observed rodent droppings underneath the shelves in the dry storage area and behind and beside the reach in coolers in the kitchen. There is a lot of chemicals and single service articles in the attic that must be removed. All items stored in the attic on the floor must be removed. Any food contact surface and single services articles must be discarded. Pest control must come to treat the facility daily until the problem is abated (starting on 2/13/26 for 7 days). All detailed pest control reports must be sent to [REDACTED EMAIL] and [REDACTED EMAIL] daily until the DPH has determined that the problem is resolved. The attic cannot be used until it is inspected and approved for use by the DPH. 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - Controlling Pests (Pf, C) (k) Controlling Pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and 4. Eliminating harborage conditions.

Management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting — Inspector Note: Observed no employee health policy on file for employees. PIC was not able to say the "Big 6" illnesses or the symptoms as it relates. All employee health polices should be updated annually and all employees should be aware of the reporting agreement form. 511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f) - Responsibility of permit holder, PIC, and Conditional employees (P), (Pf) (a) Requirement to Report Symptoms, Diagnosis and History of Exposure. The permit holder shall require food employees and conditional employees to report to the CFSM and person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. A food employee or conditional employee shall report the information in a manner that allows the CFSM and person in charge to reduce the risk of foodborne disease transmission, including providing necessary additional information, such as the date of onset of symptoms and an illness, or of a diagnosis without symptoms, if the food employee or conditional employee: 1. Has any of the following symptoms: (i) Vomiting, P (ii) Diarrhea, P (iii) Jaundice, P (iv) Sore throat with fever, P or (v) A lesion containing pus such as a boil or infected wound that is open or draining and is: (I) On the hands or wrists, unless an impermeable cover such as a finger cot or stall protects the lesion and a single-use glove is worn over the impermeable cover as specified under subsection(5)(g) of this Rule, P (II) On exposed portions of the arms, unless the lesion is protected by an impermeable cover, P or (III) On other parts of the body, unless the lesion is covered by a dry, durable, tight-fitting bandage; P 2. Has an illness diagnosed by a health practitioner due to: (i) Norovirus, P (ii) Hepatitis A virus, P (iii) Shigella spp., P (iv) Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, P (v) Salmonella Typhi; P or (vi) nontyphoidal Salmonella; P 3. Had a previous illness, diagnosed by a health practitioner, within the past three months due to Salmonella Typhi, without having received antibiotic therapy, as determined by a health practitioner; P 4. Had been exposed to, or is the suspected source of, a confirmed disease outbreak, because the food employee or conditional employee consumed or prepared food implicated in the outbreak, or consumed food at an event prepared by a person who is infected or ill with: (i) Norovirus within the past 48 hours of the last exposure, P (ii) Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, or Shigella spp. within the past three days of the last exposure, P (iii) Salmonella Typhi within the past 14 days of the last exposure, P or (iv) Hepatitis A virus within the past 30 days of the last exposure; P or 5. Has been exposed by attending or working in a setting where there is a confirmed disease outbreak, or living in the same household as, and has knowledge about, an individual who works or attends a setting where there is a confirmed disease outbreak, or living in the same household as, and has knowledge about, an individual diagnosed with an illness caused by: (i) Norovirus within the past 48 hours of the last exposure, P (ii) Shiga toxin–producing Escherichia coli, or Shigella spp. within the past three days of the last exposure, P (iii) Salmonella Typhi within the past 14 days of the last exposure, P or (iv) Hepatitis A virus within the past 30 days of the last exposure. P (b) Responsibility of Person in Charge to Notify the Health Authority. The CFSM or person in charge shall notify the Health Authority when a food employee is: 1. Jaundiced, Pf or 2. Diagnosed with an illness due to Norovirus, Hepatitis A virus, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, or Salmonella Typhi. P (c) Person in Charge’s Responsibility to Prohibit a Symptomatic Conditional Employee. The person in charge shall ensure that a conditional employee: 1. Who exhibits or reports a symptom, or who reports a diagnosed illness as specified under subsection (4)(a)1 - 3 of this Rule, is prohibited from becoming a food employee until the conditional employee meets the criteria for the specific symptoms or diagnosed illness as specified under subsection (4)(h) of this Rule; P and 2. Who will work as a food employee in a food service establishment that serves as a highly susceptible population and reports a history of exposure as specified under subsections (4)(a)4 and 5 of this Rule, is prohibited from becoming a food employee until the conditional employee meets the criteria as specified under subsection (4)(h)10 of this Rule. P (e) Responsibility of Food Employee and Conditional Employee to Report. A food employee or conditional employee shall report to the person in charge the information as specified under subsection (4)(a) of this Rule. Pf (f) Responsibility of Food Employee to Comply. A food employee shall comply with an exclusion or restriction and with a removal, adjustment or retention of an exclusion or restriction. P

Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use — Inspector Note: Observed an employee's personal cup and food container stored on top of the prep table. Employee stated that he had just finished eating. Employees should not eat or drink in the kitchen. Also, observed a open water bottle stored in the reach in cooler above food items that are being served to the public. 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco (C) (k) Hygienic Practices. 1. Employees shall not use any form of tobacco products, or electronic devices that simulate tobacco smoking, while engaged in food preparation or service, nor while in areas used for equipment or utensil washing and storage, food preparation or food storage. Employees shall only use tobacco products or electronic devices that simulate tobacco smoking in approved designated areas. 2. Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed.

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized — Inspector Note: Observed the dishwasher not sanitizing the dishes properly. After carefully looking at the chemicals connected to the dishwasher, it was identified that there was no chemical sanitizer (chlorine) attached to the dishwasher. The dishes that were washed today were not properly sanitized and must be rewashed properly (wash, rinse, and sanitize). If no chemicals are available then the 3-compartment sink must be set up to wash the dishes. 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization-Temperature, pH, Concentration, Hardness (P,Pf) (n) Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization - Temperature, pH, Concentration, and Hardness. A chemical sanitizer used in a sanitizing solution for a manual or mechanical operation at contact times specified under subsection (8)(b)3 of this Rule shall meet the requirements specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(g), shall be used in accordance with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered label use instructions P, and shall be used as follows: 1. A chlorine solution shall have a minimum temperature based on the concentration and pH of the solution as listed in the following chart; P Concentration Range Minimum Temperature MG/L PH 10 or less oF (oC) PH 8 or less oF (oC) 25-49 120 (49) 120 (49) 50-99 100 (38) 75 (24) 100 55 (13) 55 (13) 2. An iodine solution shall have a minimum temperature of 68°F (20°C)P minimum concentration between 12.5 ppm and 25 ppm, P and pH of 5.0 or less or a pH no higher than the level for which the manufacturer specifies for the solution to be effective; P 3. A quaternary ammonium compound solution shall have a minimum temperature of 75ºF (24ºC), P have a concentration as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(g) and as indicated by the manufacturer’s use directions included in the labeling, P and be used only in water with 500 ppm hardness or less or in water having a hardness no greater than specified by the EPA-registered label use instructions; P 4. If another solution of a chemical specified under paragraphs 1 through 3 of this subsection is used, the permit holder shall demonstrate to the Health Authority that the solution achieves sanitization and the use of the solution shall be approved; P 5. If a chemical sanitizer other than chlorine, iodine, or a quaternary ammonium compound is used, it shall be applied in accordance with the EPA-registered label use instructions ;P and 6. If a chemical sanitizer is generated by a device located on-site at the food service establishment, it shall be used as specified in 1-5 of this subsection and shall be produced by a device that: (i) complies with law as specified in sections 2(q)(1) and 12 of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), P (ii) complies with 40 CFR 152.500 Requirement for Devices and 40 CFR 156.10 Labeling Requirements, P (iii) displays the EPA device manufacturing facility registration number on the device, Pf and (iv) is operated and maintained in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Pf. 7. On-site chemical sanitizer generating equipment with active ingredients, such as copper, must be registered as pesticides. The active ingredient may be part of the equipment or separately added.