Star Market No. 604
FAILWednesday, January 8, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
PIC- Asah was able to provide detailed IPM reports from 1/7/25. Continue service with the licensed exterminator and please forward the reports to the email provided. Evidence in Aisle #10 - Dog food and on the floor behind the end cap ( Bounty Towels) Aisle #11 paper towels Aisle #13 at the very end near the red wall and to the right of the socks electric room in the front of the store. Recommend removing the kick plates in these areas and replace the missing ceiling tiles in the electrical room. Ensure to move the end caps (potato) in produce area to clean the floor.
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.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Provide door sweeps to the front doors to ensure no daylight is coming through.
Why This Matters
PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.
Code Requirements
Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Repair the damaged enclosure on the outside trash bay.
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.