A recent health inspection in Colorado Springs found several employee hygiene violations at a popular fast-food restaurant, Smashburger, near Voyager Parkway and Briargate Parkway. The inspection revealed improper handwashing and unsafe food handling practices among employees.

Violations and Corrections

According to the inspection report, employees were not washing their hands properly, with some rinsing their hands for less than the required 20 seconds and not using soap at all. The restaurant’s soap dispenser was also malfunctioning, although it contained soap. Additionally, inspectors observed employees using the same gloves to handle raw meat and then cooked food, creating a risk of cross-contamination that could lead to foodborne illness.

When visited, employees declined to speak on camera but stated off-camera that the soap dispenser has been repaired, employees have completed additional handwashing training, and the restaurant is prepared for a follow-up inspection. Smashburger is currently awaiting its re-inspection.

Perfect Score for Local Deli

In contrast, three local restaurants, including Oliver’s Deli, earned perfect health inspection scores. Oliver’s Deli, which has been in operation for over 40 years, is known for its wide variety of menu offerings, including baked goods like chocolate chip banana bread. The deli’s owner, Betsy Oliver, credits her staff for maintaining the restaurant’s spotless kitchen, attributing it to mutual respect and a positive workplace atmosphere.

Original reporting: KRDO (Colorado Springs metro) — read the source article.