Star Market No. 604
FAILMonday, December 30, 2024 at 5:19 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-701.11-P
Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)
Bags of chips in the chip isle with what appears to be gnaw markings. Address and dispose of all adulterated bags of chips.
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)
PIC- Asah was able to provide detailed IPM reports from Rentokil from 12/24 12/26 12/27 and 12/28. Please ensure that you can provide a clean extermination report for 1/8/24 inspection. Continue service with the licensed exterminator and please forward the reports to the email provided.
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)
First stainless steel door in teh deli department is not secured properly. Address address and make any necessary repairs.
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)
What appears to be rodent droppings observed in between the isles where papertowels are being stored. Clean to remove. All shelves with visible signs of rodent droppings are to be properly cleaned and sanitized. Floor under and around the fryer station with excess grease build-up. 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)
Pipe under the hand sink located in the deli area is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.
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.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Floor in the Bakery department with evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings. Clean to remove.
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
590.006/6-202.11-C
Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)
Several light sout above the fryer near the deli station. Replace.
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.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
The door panel on the 4 bay delivery door is in need of repair. Order has been submitted and DOD- 1/08/24. Repair to help with rodent activity.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. 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)
Observed trash and debris in and around the outside trash compactor. Clean to remove all 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.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Management is to remove any unecessary clutter and debris throughout the store to help minimize any rodent harborage.
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.