CVS No. 11036
FAILTuesday, April 22, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Small rodent droppings noted in aisle on shelving and on floors near beverage reach ins / No food observed to be chewed through during compliance. Orkin will be on site 5x/daily and has a mass trapping scheduled for Sunday 3/2/2025 Unclear if rodent droppings are uncleaned from compliance or are new. **3/19/2025 - 2 bags of goldfish on shelving chewed through droppings noted as well. Droppings found on shelving with candy and popcorn / Clean to remove Droppings and urine stains noted in back loading area on shelving. Remove and maintain **3/28/2025 - Droppings noted on shelving under M&Ms droppings noted on pet food shelving. Strong odors coming from the pet food aisle area. Deep cleaners scheduled to come tonight to find the source. **4/14/2025 - droppings noted in chip section on bottom shelf. Droppings on front candy shelving and chewed through candy bars at registers / Remove and dispose all chewed through candy clean and sanitize shelving
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)
At the time of the re-inspection there was still a significant gap from where the automatic doors meet allowing for possible pest entry. Address and make any necessary repairs to ensure automatic doors close/seal properly.
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.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Outside dumpster area observed with excess debris and trash. Address and clean to remove.
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.