Stop & Shop Supermarket No. 075
PASSThursday, November 17, 2022 at 8:54 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-101.11-P
Safe Unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P)
Several packages of raw short ribs and steaks have the cryovac wrapping compromised turning the meat spoiled - removed during inspection
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.
590.003/3-302.11-P
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
In all areas of the store ensure to store all raw foods including eggs raw meats poutry and seafoods completely segragated from ready to eat foods to reduce potential cross contamination [ broken raw shells eggs stored above packaged sliced cheese - immediately removed
Why This Matters
DIRECT CONTAMINATION PATH: Raw chicken contains Salmonella (23% of samples) and Campylobacter (71% of samples). One drop of raw chicken juice can contaminate entire shelf below. Results in 1-3 million US illnesses annually.
Code Requirements
REORGANIZE IMMEDIATELY - Top to bottom: Ready-to-eat foods, Fish/Seafood (145°F), Whole meat/pork (145°F), Ground meat (155°F), Poultry (165°F) on bottom. Use separate coolers if needed. Cover all foods. Train all staff on proper order.
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)
Several pads to the heated self use wrapping machines are visibly soiled and compromised - replace
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Evidence of rodent activityin the delivery docks and in several other back room - contact your pest control company and address as discussed
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.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Set up properly where needed and as we discussed during inspection
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
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.
590.004/4-202.17-C
Kick Plates Removable (C)
Remove where needed in the grocery aisles
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.
590.004/4-301.13-C
Drain boards (C)
Enlarge the drain board area section in the bakery department so large inverted pots and pans can sair dry properly and not on top of each other
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)
Clean inside and outside of all refrigeration - freezer units in all departments shelvies in the grocery aisles - shelves of the produce dairy and fresh meat self service cases from all visible food spills stains and soils
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.
590.004/4-803.11-C
Storage of Soiled Linens (C)
Discontinue storing soiled bags of linens directly on the floors - keep stored in either plastic containers with lids of bags that are elevated off the floors
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 storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-402.12-C
Grease Trap(C)
Clean trap in the bakers and food service locations
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.
590.005/5-501.116-C
Cleaning Receptacles (C)
Clean inside and exterior of all trash receptacles in all departments from visible food spills
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 cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-501.15-C
Outside Receptacles (C)
Clean to remove all loose trash and debris around the dumpsters and keep the lids closed when not in use
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.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Clean the floors of all seperate departments as well as all grocery aisles where needed from visible soils
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.
590.006/6-202.11-C
Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)
Several lights either without proper protection or are not made of a toughskin [ unbreakable surface ][ address
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)
Clean to remove all unused equipment in the meat room no longer in use
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.