Dollar Tree No. 7814
FAILFriday, August 22, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-701.11-P
Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)
Several bags of chips and additional food items with what appears to be gnaw markings. Address and remove all damaged food items.
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.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Evidence of rodent droppings under the storage shelves where bags of chips and other foods are being stored. Address clean to remove and provide an additional pest control report for the re-inspection. All kick plates under the storage shelves used for food products are to be removed to help monitor any current rodent activity.
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.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Door sweeps on the rear exit doors to the back storage room do not completely seal/prevent rodent entry. Address and replace/install proper door sweeps on all doors affected.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Floor under the storage shelves with food products visibly soiled and with food debris. Clean to remove all. All storage shelves being used for food are to be cleaned and sanitized on a more frequent basis to help minimize and current rodent activity.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Outside dumpster area with excess trash and debris. Clean to remove with more frequency. As of today trash removal is at twice a week. Establishment is to have more frequent pick ups in order to accomodate the amount of trash and debris.
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.