A Niagara Falls restaurant was temporarily shut down during a recent health inspection but has since been allowed to reopen after addressing the issues identified by public health officials.
Bravo Halal, located at 5438 Ferry Street, was ordered to close on March 28 due to several health and safety violations. The inspection revealed that the restaurant did not meet several key food safety requirements, including:
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Food contact equipment, utensils, and multi-use articles were not in good repair or properly constructed.
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Utensils were not maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
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Food was not adequately protected from contamination, such as being covered, labelled, or properly stored off the floor.
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Handwashing stations were insufficiently supplied and not easily accessible for food handlers.
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The mechanical dishwashing system was improperly maintained.
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The premises lacked adequate pest protection and conditions to prevent pests from breeding or entering.
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Single-service articles were not stored properly to avoid contamination.
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Floors, walls, and ceilings were not well-maintained.
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Mechanical ventilation was not functioning properly to eliminate odours, fumes, and excessive heat.
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Food handlers did not take proper precautions to prevent contamination from hair.
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The overall cleanliness and sanitation of the premise were inadequate.
After the necessary corrections were made, the restaurant was permitted to reopen on April 1.
Niagara public health officials conduct regular inspections of local businesses to ensure compliance with health regulations. When violations are found, a reinspection is scheduled to confirm that corrective actions have been taken.
