American Food Basket
FAILThursday, October 16, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-701.11-P
Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)
Observed expired Campbells soup. 4/26/25. Ensure all expired foods are removed from the shelf. Observed dust ontop of the canned foods in aisle 3. Clean to remove dust.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-204.112-PF
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (Pf)
Provide thermometer inside the first produce refrigeration unit located on the side wall and inside the open refrigeration unit located at the end of Aisle 7.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Observed rat droppings underneath the chip shelving. Recommended removing the bottom shelf pulling the shelving out and sweep clean and sanitize the floors to remove new and old dropping and any other debris. PIC was able to provide Sept 16th pest report that states rat activity. The exterminator is due to come back out tomorrow per the report. Contact the licensed company and provide a detailed IPM report. Ensure that the exterminator inspects drop ceilings interior and exterior. Recommend more frequent visits until a clean report is provided. Ensure exterior door is repaired all holes leading to outside are filled and doors are kept shut when not in use.
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.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Observed broken tiles in the frozen good aisle. Repair- At today's re inspection the person was on site who is repairing the tiles. Clean floors after the tiles have been repaired. End caps
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
The licensed exterminator came out on 10/15/25 and is going to provide door sweeps to the front exterior doors on Monday 10/20/25. In the meantime PIC stated that he would have his carpenter attach the door sweeps. The automatic doors may need a special door sweeps. At the time of the re inspection the exterior door located in the receiving room was being repaired and the holes in the wall near where they store the large barrells were repaired.
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)
The extermination report stated that there was a hole behind the spice rack. The PIC showed me the hole. The exterminator recommended leaving this hole open until further notice. Repair hole when the issue has been addressed.
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.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Controlling Pests (C)
At today re inspection no droppings were observed. The licensed exterminator came out yesterday 10/15 and the PIC was able to provide a detailed report. PIC is addressing all the recommendations stated on the extermination report and this report. Spoke to the extermination company and they are scheduled to come back out on Monday 10/20/25. They are going to reach out to the PIC if they have any cancelations. Please keep the health inspector up to date on the reports. PIC stated that they will have weekly inspections until this is resolved. Contact the licensed company and provide a detailed IPM report. Ensure that the exterminator inspects drop ceilings interior and exterior. Recommend more frequent visits until a clean report is provided.
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.