Alex Market VI
PASSMonday, June 9, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Small rodent droppings on food and non-food shelving as well as candy shelves. Rodent droppings also noted on floors and window sils / Unclear on extermination company PIC states they are here bi-weekly. No IPM reports on site / Remove all items from all shelving to provide a deep clean and sanitize. Remove droppingd clean and sanitize floors and window sils
Why This Matters
SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.
Code Requirements
IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Provide weather stripping to the bottom of the front door
Why This Matters
PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.
Code Requirements
Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Exterior walls of the facade with visible cracks/holes. Allowing for possible entry / Repair to seal cracks and holes
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.