Gemelas Market II
PASSThursday, September 5, 2019 at 4:18 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-302.15-PF
Washing Fruits and Vegetables (Pf)
Cutting fruit in half and wrapping it separately to sell in produce case no washing prep sink discontinue practices. retail foods only
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Remove cat from the premises some rodent activity in the rear
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.
590.006/6-201.15-C
Floor Covering Mats and Duckboards (C)
Remove clean or replace odorous area rug by the front door heavy cat urine odors
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean
590.006/6-501.17-C
Absorbent Materials on Floors Use Limitation (C)
Remove all absorbant area rugs that appear compromised
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean