CVS/PHARMACY No. 2283
PASS W/ CONDITIONSFriday, May 9, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Violations Cited
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Develop and enforce a daily inspection and cleaning checklist that highlights the problematic areas that are in need of extra attention.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-404.11-PF
Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)
Chewed through bag of Reese's peanut butter cups found on candy shelving / PIC removed. No other food was found with gnaw marks.
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)
Small rodent droppings noted in the back storage area specifically under shelving and along the walls and in the corner. Droppings noted on candy shelving on pharmacy shelves and on chip shelves / Remove all droppings clean and sanitize all shelving and maintain. Ensure pharmacy medication bottles are sanitized
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)
Both corners on either side of the overhead door in the back area with large gaps / Close gaps Front automatic doors with small gap at bottom / Close gap
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.