Carolina Market
🚫 CLOSED BY HEALTH DEPARTMENTWednesday, March 19, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-701.11-P
Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)
Observed multiple food items that were expired. Duncan Hines Frosting- 4/9/24 Goya- evaporated milk- 11/29/24 Progress of Soups 2024. Ensure that all food items are not expired. Remove all expired foods.
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.
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
At the time of the inspection the 8 door refrigeration unit had all the doors open. The PIC stated that the compressor went and he had someone coming out to repair the refrigeration unit. The refrigeration unit is at 70F. PIC stated he does not sell any dairy food items. Repair unit and provide an invoice from the licensed company.
Why This Matters
Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Observed dust on top of the shelving and on top of the food items throughout the store. Remove food items and other items from the shelves clean/dust off all food items to remove dust and debris.
Why This Matters
Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
No soap in the bathroom. Provide soap.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
No paper towels or means to dry hands. Please provide means to properly dry hands.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Evidence of mice droppings throughout the store. Under chip shelving candy shelving on the shelving where the cat litter is being stored in the area at the top of the stairs where the mop sink is located. Inside the bottom cabinets where the microwave is being stored in the back room where the trash is being stored. PIC was not able to provide pest report. Clean and sanitize floors/shelves to remove all new and old mice droppings. Contact licensed exterminator and provide an updated IPM report.
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.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Observed multiple boxes being stored on the floor and food items being stored on the floor. Provide proper storage at minimum 6 inches off the floor.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-501.115-C
Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)
Observed trash being stored on the floor in the back room. PIC stated that he has a guy come pick up the trash once a month. Remove all trash and clean/sanitze floors. PIC stated that he used to use Republic but now he has a private person come by once a month to remove trash. Contact a licensed trash company to come out once a week to pick up the trash. Provide an invoice from a licensed trash company. Provide trash receptacles to store the trash properly.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Observed soiled and debris on the floors through out the store and on the stairs leading into the basement. Clean to remove all debris and soil on the floor. Observed empty water bottles being stored under the stairs. Clean to remove.
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
590.006/6-301.14-C
Handwashing Signage (C)
No hand wash signage in the bathroom. Provide hand wash signage.
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 personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.18-C
Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Observed heavy soil and debris in the bathroom. Clean sink toilet floors to remove all soil.
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 cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.