Amy's Donuts Health Inspection Report

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🍩 Health Inspection Report Summary — Amy’s Donuts (E. Fountain Blvd., Colorado Springs)

Inspection Date: September 2025

Facility Type: Food Service / Bakery

Status: Failed — 17 Violations

Follow-Up: Reinspection passed with 6 residual issues

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⚠️ Inspection Overview

During a routine health inspection, Amy’s Donuts, located on East Fountain Boulevard, was cited for 17 food safety violations affecting sanitation, food safety, and facility maintenance. 

The inspection revealed live and dead insects, unsanitary food preparation areas, and nonfunctional handwashing facilities — all critical factors that directly impact public health and safety.

This marks the second failed health inspection report for the shop within the same year, indicating recurring compliance and sanitation problems.

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🧫 Critical Violations (Direct Risk to Food Safety)

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1Handwashing FacilitiesPrimary handwashing sink inoperable at the time of inspection, preventing proper employee hygiene compliance.

2Insect Activity (Live)Live flies observed inside food prep and storage areas, near open icing containers and dough racks.

3Insect Activity (Dead)Multiple dead flies and wasps found on counters, near mixers, and close to the donut glazing station.

4Cross-Contamination RiskFood utensils and trays stored in direct contact with unclean surfaces and wall debris.

5Improper Cleaning ProtocolsEquipment, including mixers and icing tools, showed residue buildup and inadequate cleaning between uses.

6Improper Food Contact SurfacesCutting boards and countertops showed visible grime and residue; not properly sanitized after prior use.

7Temperature Holding / StorageFood and cream fillings stored outside safe temperature range; potential bacterial growth conditions.

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🧹 Non-Critical Violations (Facility / Structural / Procedural)

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8Flooring ConditionCracks and deteriorated flooring throughout prep area; debris accumulation in gaps and under equipment.

9Wall & Ceiling DamageDamaged walls and seams near fryer area with accumulated grease and flour dust.

10Improper StorageCleaning chemicals stored too close to food ingredients and prep surfaces.

11Clutter & OrganizationExcess equipment and boxes obstructed walkways, creating tripping and contamination hazards.

12Lighting DeficiencyDim or flickering lights in prep area reduced visibility for safe food handling.

13Employee PracticesObserved employees handling donuts without gloves or proper handwashing between tasks.

14Improper LabelingNo date markings on pre-made fillings and batters; tracking of shelf life not documented.

15Drainage & Waste ManagementFloor drains contained stagnant water and residue buildup.

16Improper Cooling / VentilationAir vents coated in dust and oil residue; potential airborne contamination.

17General CleanlinessVisible debris under work tables, behind fryers, and near storage shelves; poor deep-cleaning maintenance.

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🧾 Management Response

Following the failed inspection, Amy’s Donuts initiated a week-long deep cleaning. Staff reported that several maintenance issues were addressed, including repairs to the handwashing sink and increased pest-control measures.

A follow-up inspection resulted in a passing grade, though inspectors still cited six remaining minor violations that required continued monitoring.

The store manager commented:

> “We got busy, but we took care of it. Things break, and we fixed what needed to be fixed.”

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⚖️ Public Safety Summary

Amy’s Donuts remains under observation by local health authorities due to repeated food safety violations within a 12-month period.

Critical issues — including nonfunctional hygiene stations and pest presence — indicate lapses in management oversight and sanitation enforcement.

> Health and food safety are non-negotiable.

The public relies on every food establishment to uphold their duty to prevent contamination and illness — not after violations, but before they happen.