26 Jan 2002 Food Establishment Inspector Training
Collection System Concerns 26 Jan 2002 Collection System Concerns Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSO’s) Grit, roots, debris, grease, misc. Grease trap / interceptor operation Kitchen drainage system maintenance
Review Current Regulations 26 Jan 2002 Review Current Regulations CMOM City Utility Ordinance Local / State Plumbing Codes Local / State Building Codes
Gather New Data Size of the Collection System Condition of Wastestream 26 Jan 2002 Gather New Data Size of the Collection System Condition of Wastestream Determine Food Establishment Clientele
Tools of the Trade: EDUCATION Reliable Documentation Electronic (Spreadsheets, Databases) Inspection Paperwork Grease Trap/Interceptor Manufacturer’s Drawings Maintenance Log Grease / Oil Recyclers Listing Authorized Pumper List Grease Septage Plumbers List with Disclaimer (OPTIONAL) Grease Reduction Guidelines (BMP’S)
Tools of the Trade: EQUIPMENT Maps County, City, GIS Hand Tools Manhole Pick Depth Probe Ratchet Set Pipe Wrench Mirror Safety Equipment Steel Toe Shoes Gloves Florescence Safety Vest
How to Hire Effective Inspectors 26 Jan 2002 How to Hire Effective Inspectors “People Person” Municipal Authorities Food Establishment Owners & Managers Public Officials Contractors & Engineers Plumbers Grease Pumpers / Haulers
Inspector’s Etiquette (Mind Your Manners) Entry Dress is IMPORTANT Be Friendly, Tactful & Knowledgeable YOU direct the inspection. Credentials Company Badge Business Card
Scheduling Inspections Best Days Monday - Thursday Best Hours 9:00AM - 10:30AM 1:30PM - “Quittin’ Time”
Restaurant Inspection Techniques Understand Kitchen Plumbing Investigate Kitchen Management Practices
Compliance Determination Grease Vessel Structural Condition Outlet Chamber Effluent Clear ? Floating Oil/Grease ? Maintenance Pumping Frequency ? Confirm Pumper/Hauler ?
Concrete Outdoor In-Ground Interceptor 26 Jan 2002 Grease Interceptor KITCHEN DRAINAGE WATER INLET OUTLET GREASE SEWER SYSTEM CLARIFIED WATER Concrete Outdoor In-Ground Interceptor
Common Problems Unaware of Grease Interceptor One Access Port “Straight Pipe” Not Connected to Kitchen Drainage Broken Sanitary-Tees “Backward Installation”
“Under-the-Counter” Steel / Iron Model Grease Trap OUTLET INLET SEWER SYSTEM GREASE CLARIFIED WATER KITCHEN DRAINAGE WATER “Under-the-Counter” Steel / Iron Model
Common Problems Unaware of Grease Trap “Backward Installation” Not connected to Kitchen Drainage “Straight Pipe” Missing Baffles Missing Lid Gasket
Grease Vessel Effluent Compliance 26 Jan 2002 Grease Vessel Effluent Compliance Sampling Protocol Sampling Equipment Grease & Oil Lab Results Additional information on sampling locations, equipment and procedures will be covered in Module 8 – Design.
Grease Vessel Effluent Compliance “To sample or not to sample, that is the question.”
Immediate Downstream Manhole Inspection Grease Accumulations Miscellaneous Debris Low Flow
Completing Inspection Forms Inspectors Name of Food Establishment Date & Time of Inspection Person in Charge (“Top Hog”) Address Phone # Type/Size of Grease Vessel Installations or Modifications Grease Pumper/Hauler Cleanout Frequency Basic Description Compliance Determination
City of Gastonia Neal Klimek Industrial Chemist Pretreatment Program nealk@cityofgastonia.com (704) 854-6669