citation_inspection: 30740

(1) There were several bags of raw chicken being thawed outdsite out on the ground. I observed numerous ants around the bags of this raw chicken. (2) The temperature gauge on the freezer was a 32F, and when inspecting the freezer the temperature raises to 40F. Although the meat in the freezer is frozen, appliances need to be at the proper temperatures to prevent spoilage. Meats should be refrigerated and thawed at temperatures at or below 40° F (4° C), and the freezer temperature should be 0° F (-18° C). Supplies of food and bedding shall be stored in facilities which adequately protect such supplies against deterioration, molding, or contamination by vermin. Refrigeration shall be provided for supplies of perishable food. TO BE CORRECTED BY: IMMEDIATELY The exit interview was conducted with the care taker of animals.