Dollar General Store No. 19117
PASSWednesday, July 24, 2024 at 7:39 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Several small rodent droppings with strong odors noted in back trash storage area / Remove and ensure daily cleaning. Upon re-inspection more small rodent droppings were observed in the front of the store near the registers and under shelving floors with debris and littered. Daily cleaning is not being done. Mass trappings should be done until a 0 catch is reported
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.
590.005/5-502.11-C
Frequency-Removal (C)
Trash is stored in the back room for up to 3 days / Outside dumpster was empty upon inspection PIC was instructed to remove all trash from back room and ensure trash is taken out daily. Upon compliance the back/trash area had been cleaned out except for a string of shopping carts and a pallet. The strong odor remains particulrly around the carts and pallet.
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.
590.006/6-501.12-C
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Daily cleaning is not being done at this location. The floors on the retail side are stained and soiled and there is a strong urine odor in the back storage and trash areas. A daily cleaning schedule needs to be in place and followed through
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.