Merkato Variety Store
FAILThursday, February 6, 2020 at 5:09 PM
Violations Cited
590.007/7-201.11-P
Separation-Storage (P)
PIC will dicontinue to store pesticides on counter between hand sink and three bay. PIC shouldnot be doing and pest control other than with a licenced pest control company. PIC will need to properly store all cleaning products that are on drain boards and counter next to hand sink.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.007. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
PIC will need to provide a vomit clean up kit for location. Hand out given at last inspection and another at this time.
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.
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Food Labels (Pf)
Labels on retail shelves not labels to what in package only name of buiness. Properly label all containers.
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 labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-101.19-C
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Clean all shelves in retail area that are dusty. Clean shelves / wall ledge at three bay sink. Visibly soiled.
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.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Controlling Pests (C)
Multiple mouse traps found at location. Remove traps with poison from retail shelves. In retail area remove kick plates on shelves so Pest Control Company can properly bait and you can monitor. Provide report from pest control company re-inspection. .
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.