Dollar General Store No. 19117
FAILTuesday, September 17, 2024 at 6:29 PM
Violations Cited
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Checklist has been created and will be enforced by managers. Management is instructed to ensure all corrective actions that are recommended by the exterminator on the IPM are addressed immediately. Debris is still prevalent under chip aisle and is noted on the IPM for 9/12/24 service.
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.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Small rodent droppings observed on dog food shelving and in chip aisle. PIC stated that all shelving is cleaned at 4:30am every morning / PIC instructed to use plastic covered bins on the retail floor as there is evidence rodents are active during the day after morning cleaning
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.
590.006/6-501.12-C
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
The floors and shelves throughout the entire store were observed with small rodent droppings and other soils / All areas were shown to PIC / Provide a deep clean throughout and maintain a daily cleaning schedule. Remove all kick plates from all shelving including non food aisles to all exterminator better access to treat Floor cleaning company will be out to remove kick plates and deep clean floors PIC will reach out with date once confirmed
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.