Family Dollar Stores of MA No. 28063
FAILFriday, April 7, 2023 at 2:48 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
1st refrigeration unit along back wall holding cheese and meat products is elevated at 58F - cheese 59F bologna 56F Unit must be running at 41F or below and all food items must be 41F or below.
Why This Matters
RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.
Code Requirements
Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Unable to locate spill kit
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. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
The third freezer unit along the back wall (french fry & burrito freezer) is not keeping items frozen (unit 48F) items soft not solid. No thermometer in back units used my thermometer - Discontinue use and repair First referigeration unit along back wall holding cheese & packaged meats is elevated 58F: Cheese 59F bologna 59F Milk unit ok and other freezer units have solid product - discontinue use and repair Beverage unit at front of store holding starbucks Frappuccino is elevated at 68 - move items to another unit - discontinue use/repair
Why This Matters
Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-404.11-PF
Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)
Some food items past expiration date - remove all items past expiration date and keep separate from other items that are for sale.
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.
590.004/4-204.112-C
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
DId not observe any thermometers in some of the refrigeration units along back wall - provide
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 temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Top shelving in milk unit has black substance on wire racks - clean to remove Bottom shelf of milk/oj unit has beverage soils - clean to remove Bottom shelf in chips/snack unit has food spills - clean to remove Floors under shelving have dropped packages dust and food spills - clean floors under shelving in retail food isles to remove Shelf at front corner of store by beverages has heavy dust build up and open vitamin container - clean to remove Shelving on right side of Isle 2 has heavy dust accumulation - 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 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-205.15-C
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Repair clogged mop sink
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.
590.005/5-502.11-C
Frequency-Removal (C)
The back room outside of employee restrooms has large accumulation of cardboard boxes and other items on the floor - remove recyclables from premisis at frequency that will minimize conditions to attract rodents and clean cluttered area next to mop sink.
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.