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C V S/Pharmacy No. 4666

FAIL

Wednesday, April 5, 2017 at 3:19 PM

Address
104 CANAL ST
West End, MA 02114
Category
RF
Violations
3 total
Facility History
23 inspections
6 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

Observed bundle of granulated sugar being stored directly on floor underneath dry food storage rack in back area. Store all dry food goods atleat 6" off the floor.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 08.3.305
• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Floors

Floors throughout rear dry food storage area under racks with debir and dust. Sweep and clean floors under and around all dry food good storage shelving.

Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RESERVOIR: Damaged floors harbor bacteria in cracks. Standing water breeds Listeria, Pseudomonas. Broken tiles create pest harborage. Floor contamination spreads via shoes, equipment wheels, and dropped items. CDC found floor drains positive for Listeria in 40% of retail delis.

Code Requirements

Floors must be: Smooth and non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains (1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot); Coving at wall junctures sealed; No cracks, holes, or missing tiles; Grout intact and sealed; Cleaned daily or more frequently; Dry except when cleaning.

Corrective Actions

Schedule floor repairs within 30 days; Seal all cracks immediately with approved sealant; Improve drainage to eliminate standing water; Increase cleaning frequency; Replace missing tiles; Re-grout as needed; Remove any carpeting from food areas

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(A) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
• MINOR 42-6-501.113/.114

Premises Maintained

Rear egress blocked with empty boxes totes and bags of trash. Remove. Dispose of trash in proper recepticle and maintain rear exit clear and accesible.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 42.6.501
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