Star Food Mart
PASS W/ CONDITIONSThursday, October 9, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Observed rodent droppings on the shelving where the laundry detergent is located. PIC was able to provide an extermination report from 8/31/25. Contact licensed exterminator and provide a detailed IPM report. Recommend more frequent pest inspections. Clean and sanitize shelving to remove rodent droppings.
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.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Observed the floor underneath the toliet to be caving in. Repair tiles and ensure the toliet is safe. Contact licensed carpenter to repair flooring and tiles. Observed a few stained tiles in the back room. Paint or replace tiles.
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.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Basement is filled with equipment shelving items. PIC stated that everything in the basement is from the previous owner. The basement needs to be clean organized and decluttered. Remove all unnessary items ensure all items are 6 inches off the floor. Sweep basement floor and stairs. Remove soda crates and provide proper storage. Remove crates and sweep up the grounds in the trash area. Observed soiled floors sweep and clean floors. PIC is still cleaning out the basement and he's taken a lot out. Continue cleaning and organizing.
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.