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Risk Control Reporting
Prepared for Carpe Data
DOMINICK'S STEAKHOUSE LLC   15169 N SCOTTSDALE RD, SCOTTSDALE , AZ 85254

General Information

Survey Information

Survey Type:Onsite SurveyJob Number:PLS-2026-DOM498FSurvey Date:22-Jul-2026Inside Survey?:YesContact Name:Anthony DeLucaContact Title:General ManagerContact Phone:480.555.0199Contact E-mail:adeluca@dominicks.example

Risk Control Consultant

RCC Name:Vega, MarisolRCC Title:Risk Control Consultant - Accommodation and Food ServiceRCC Phone:480-555-0184

Report Content

  • Property
  • Food Safety
  • Fire and Life Safety
  • Alcohol / Valet / Events
  • Employee Practices and LOTO
  • Equipment Checklist

Lines of Coverage

  • Building
  • Business Personal Property
  • Business Income
  • General Liability

Location

Street Address 1:15169 N Scottsdale RdCity:ScottsdaleState:AZZip Code:85254SIC Code:5812SIC Description:Eating Places - Fine Dining Restaurant

Executive Summary

One critical fire-protection lapse and four corrections were documented during the onsite walk. The risk is otherwise well-operated for a fine-dining steakhouse in this class. Outcome: Corrections Needed.

How This Inspection Was Conducted

Pre-survey intelligence and in-survey capture, in support of the inspector

Pulse capturedInspector documentedInspector interviewed
Pre-survey enrichment

Before the inspector arrived, Minerva surfaced the operational profile and highest-signal areas to verify onsite: fine-dining service patterns, alcohol service, raw seafood, valet operations, live entertainment, multi-unit building exposure, and the elevated mezzanine.

In-survey capture with Pulse

Pulse smart glasses captured observable evidence such as equipment tags, posted certifications, layout, egress paths, temperature readings, and condition. The inspector handled the interrogative work through interviews with the GM, chef, and service staff on protocol, training, and incident handling.

Evidence preservation

The capture set is preserved with the report record. Where a finding cites a clip, image, document, or interview reference, the corresponding artifact is retrievable for carrier review.

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Property Profile (COPE)

Pulse capturedInspector documented
Construction type:Masonry Non-Combustible (ISO Class 4)Year built:2008Stories:1 plus elevated mezzanineUnits in building:4 (multi-unit retail center)Insured premises:8,000 sqftTotal building:24,500 sqftRoof type:Modified BitumenRoof age:7 years (replaced 2019)Occupancy:Fine-dining restaurant with full bar, raw seafood, live entertainment, valet, and private diningNAICS:722511 Full-Service RestaurantsCooking hazard:High open-flame broiler, charcoal grill, deep fryingSprinklered:Yes, full coverage wet systemHood suppression:Ansul R-102 wet chemical (UL-300)Public Protection Class:PPC 02
Business operations

Dominick's Steakhouse operates as a single-unit, fine-dining restaurant in a four-unit commercial building on N Scottsdale Road. The concept includes a full bar, raw-bar service with oysters and crudo, an elevated mezzanine private dining room, valet service at the front porte-cochere, and live entertainment on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Food Safety, Prep and Holding

Pulse capturedInspector documented
Items reviewed:7
Prior health-inspection follow-up

A May 2026 Maricopa County visit cited a cold-hold log gap at the raw bar. Current reach-in and walk-in temperatures were in range during the survey, but the raw-bar log issue recurred on July 19 and is tracked in the Raw Seafood section.

ControlResponseObserved conditionEvidenceRef
Cold-hold temperatures at reach-ins and walk-insPassAll eight prep-line reach-ins and both walk-in coolers read at or below 40 F.Pulse capturedVID-D57E-03
Hot-hold at soup wells and au-jus stationPassHot wells read 142 F to 148 F. Probe verification matched posted log entries.Pulse capturedIMG-D57E-05
Internal cook temperature, beef and poultryPassSous chef demonstrated probe reads and probe sanitization between checks.Pulse capturedVID-D57E-07
Sanitizer concentrationMinor NoteTwo of six wiping buckets were under 150 ppm and were re-charged during the walk.Inspector documentedIMG-D57E-11
Dishmachine final-rinse temperaturePassDoor-type dishmachine final rinse read 184 F on three consecutive cycles.Pulse capturedIMG-D57E-12
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Raw Seafood Handling and Slip / Trip / Fall

Pulse capturedInspector documentedInspector interviewed
Raw seafood items reviewed:5Slip / trip / fall items reviewed:6
Raw Seafood ControlResponseObserved conditionEvidenceRef
Raw-bar cold-hold log continuityCorrectionLog shows a 9-hour gap on July 19 after a heavy banquet service. Current cold-hold reads were 34 F to 36 F.Inspector documented · Inspector interviewedIMG-D57E-15
Oyster and crudo sourcing tagsPassFDA shellstock tags retained on file with current rotation and 90-day archive.Pulse capturedIMG-D57E-16
Consumer advisory on menuPassRequired undercooked-product advisory confirmed with the GM.Inspector interviewedInterview
Slip / Trip / Fall ControlResponseObserved conditionEvidenceRef
Kitchen floor condition and slip-resistancePassQuarry tile sound; anti-slip mats in good condition at fryer and broiler stations.Pulse capturedVID-D57E-20
Mezzanine stair, handrail and nosingPassOpen stair has compliant handrails on both sides and intact non-slip nosing.Pulse capturedIMG-D57E-22
Parking lot and valet path conditionMinor NoteAsphalt and striping are in good repair; one pole-mounted lamp is out near valet drop-off.Pulse capturedIMG-D57E-25

Fire and Life Safety

Pulse capturedInspector documented
Items reviewed:9
ControlResponseObserved conditionEvidenceRef
Hood and duct system, last cleaning tagPassTag dated May 6, 2026. NFPA 96 quarterly cleaning schedule is appropriate for exposure.Inspector documentedIMG-D57E-27
Ansul UL-300 hood suppression service currencyCriticalPosted tag dated November 12, 2025. Semi-annual service interval lapsed by roughly three months.Inspector documentedIMG-D57E-28
Portable fire extinguishersPassEight ABC and two Class K units; tags current and gauges in the green.Pulse capturedVID-D57E-29
Mezzanine private dining room rear egressCorrectionRear egress door was blocked by a stacked banquet equipment cart at the start of the walk. Cart relocated during the survey.Pulse capturedVID-D57E-31
Central station fire alarm functional testPassLast test February 18, 2026, passed. Certificate photographed.Inspector documentedIMG-D57E-33
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Alcohol Service, Valet, Entertainment and Events

Pulse capturedInspector documentedInspector interviewed
Alcohol service items reviewed:7Valet / entertainment items reviewed:5
ControlResponseObserved conditionEvidenceRef
On-premise liquor license posted and currentPassArizona Series 12 license posted at the bar, current through March 2027.Pulse capturedIMG-D57E-38
TIPS / Title 4 certificationPass14 of 14 service-floor staff hold current Arizona Title 4 cards.Inspector documentedIMG-D57E-39
Refusal-of-service and incident logPassBound log maintained at manager station; four entries in prior 60 days.Inspector documentedIMG-D57E-41
Valet stand controls and key managementPassLocked key board and numbered hooks; tickets matched against drop-off log.Pulse capturedVID-D57E-46
ASCAP / BMI music licensingPassGM confirmed current accounts; certificates retained at corporate office.Inspector interviewedInterview

Employee Practices and Lock-Out / Tag-Out

Pulse capturedInspector documentedInspector interviewed
Employee practice items reviewed:4LOTO items reviewed:7
ControlResponseObserved conditionEvidenceRef
Food handler certificates on filePassAll BOH staff hold current Maricopa County food handler cards.Inspector documentedIMG-D57E-51
Allergen handling protocolPassGM and executive chef described POS allergen flag, dedicated saute pan, and FOH callout to expo.Inspector interviewedInterview
First-aid kit and burn-care signageMinor NoteTwo kits present and stocked; no posted location signage in the service alley.Inspector documentedIMG-D57E-54
Walk-in cooler compressor disconnect labelingCorrectionDisconnect is unlabeled. Inspector confirmed correct unit by tracing conduit run.Pulse capturedIMG-D57E-59
Slicer plug-lockout deviceCorrectionSlicer plug-lockout sleeve is missing from the prep station.Pulse capturedIMG-D57E-60
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Consolidated Action Items

Pulse capturedInspector documentedInspector interviewed
Critical finding:1Corrections required:4Minor notes:4
Carrier follow-up

Critical and Correction items should be tracked to closure. Minor Notes are noteworthy operational improvements but do not require carrier follow-up unless the account fails to address repeat conditions.

Risk Quality Grade

Overall Risk Quality Grade (Location)

GradeScoreRange
AverageAverageCorrections Needed
Overall Risk Quality Points:684
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Recommendations

New
26-1|Critical|Ansul R-102 hood suppression service overdue on broiler line|New|Due: 14 days
Inspector documented

Engage Pacific Fire Equipment Co. to complete semi-annual service on the Ansul R-102 wet-chemical system covering the open-flame broiler, charcoal grill, and salamander. Furnish the updated service tag to the carrier.

Pulse reference: IMG-D57E-28

26-2|Important|Raw-bar cold-hold log gap on July 19|New|Due: 30 days
Inspector documentedInspector interviewed

Re-train raw-bar attendants on shift-handoff cold-hold logging. Add a posted check at open and close so temperature-log continuity does not depend on verbal handoff after banquet events.

Pulse reference: IMG-D57E-15

26-3|Important|Mezzanine private dining rear egress blocked at start of walk|New|Due: 14 days
Pulse captured

Add a daily storage-clearance check to the opening and closing checklist for the mezzanine private dining room. Banquet carts and equipment must not be staged in the rear egress path.

Pulse reference: VID-D57E-31

26-4|Important|Walk-in cooler compressor disconnect unlabeled|New|Due: 30 days
Pulse captured

Apply a permanent equipment label identifying the controlled walk-in cooler unit at the compressor disconnect.

Pulse reference: IMG-D57E-59

26-5|Important|Slicer plug-lockout device missing|New|Due: 14 days
Pulse captured

Replace the plug-lockout sleeve, store it at the slicer, and brief the prep team on required use outside the cord-and-plug exclusive-control exception.

Pulse reference: IMG-D57E-60

Recommendation Outlook

Recommendations above are tracked to closure with the account contact. Important items are targeted for completion prior to the renewal effective date; advisory items are reviewed at the next scheduled survey. The account has historically been responsive to risk control guidance, and management has acknowledged the open items at the closing conference.

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Equipment Checklist

Powered equipment and energy-control status

EquipmentMake / ModelLast ServiceTagLOTO DeviceNotes
Walk-in cooler compressorHeatcraft / BHT040H6B06/14/2026YesPadlock at panelCorrection. Disconnect unlabeled.
Walk-in freezer compressorHeatcraft / BZT065L06/14/2026YesPadlock at panelLabeled, in service.
Reach-in refrigeration (8 units)True / T-4905/22/2026YesCord/plugTemps within range.
Ice machineHoshizaki / KM-660MAJ04/30/2026YesPadlock at panelFilter changed June 2026.
Commercial dishmachineHobart / AM1606/02/2026YesPadlock at panelPosted machine procedure card.
Meat slicerHobart / HS605/02/2026YesPlug-lockout sleeveCorrection. Plug-lockout sleeve missing.
Mixer, 20-quartHobart / A20005/02/2026YesPlug-lockout sleeveSleeve present at station.
Deep fryer (3 vats)Pitco / SGH5006/22/2026YesGas and breakerNightly filtration logged.
Open-flame broilerMontague / UFM-4805/15/2026YesGas and breakerHigh volume; under Ansul critical.
Charcoal grillMibrasa / HMB-11005/15/2026YesGas and breakerCharcoal ash protocol observed.
Combi oven (2)Rational / iCombi Pro06/08/2026YesGas and breakerSelf-clean cycle in nightly use.
Range and griddleWolf / C36-3RT05/15/2026YesGas and breakerPlate scraped per shift.
SalamanderVulcan / 36SR05/15/2026YesBreakerMinor. Procedure card missing.
Hood / exhaust fan, rooftopGreenheck / CUBE-18005/06/2026YesBreakerVendor invoice cites lockout applied.
Ansul R-102 hood suppressionAnsul / R-102 (UL-300)11/12/2025Yesn/aCritical. Service interval overdue.
Rooftop HVAC (3 units)Trane / Voyager04/12/2026YesBreakerFilter swap monthly.
Sprinkler riser / OS&YTyco02/18/2026YesValve LOTOLast annual passed.
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Pulse-Enabled Inspector vs. Traditional Workflow

Same inspector, same standards, better-supported survey

Traditional workflowPulse-enabled inspector
Inspector arrives with address and a generic checklist. Operator profile is learned at the door.Pre-survey brief surfaces the operational profile and focus areas before the walk.
Photos, notes, and voice memos are captured in separate tools and reconciled later.Pulse captures video, structured photos, and voice notes with consistent artifact IDs.
Hours of post-visit typing convert field notes into a structured report.Findings, references, and tags are pre-structured; the inspector edits rather than authors from blank.
Output depth and naming vary inspector to inspector.Every report follows the same structure, evidence tags, severity tiers, and reference format.
Faster turnaround

Capture during the walk plus a structured draft compresses the gap between survey and final report.

Less manual write-up

Inspector edits a structured draft instead of typing the report from blank.

Consistent output

Same sections, tags, severity tiers, and artifact-ID format across the book.

Richer pre-survey context

Classification signals and prior public-record cues arrive before the inspector walks in.