Target Store T-1898
PASSMonday, September 20, 2021 at 2:34 PM
Violations Cited
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
PIC not overseeing the day to day operations of the facility - receiving area is unorganized and visibly soiled with compromised cases of foods and supplies everywhere rodent issues in the back - not familiar with how many times the pest control company comes a month address as discussed during inspection
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(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-202.15-PF
Package Integrity (Pf)
Several compromised packaged foods scattered throughout the store on theshelves including broken cereal boxes damaged breads and packaged rolls packaged bags of pre-made salad containing rotting lettuce and such - PIC needs to have department heads be more diligent with quality control and to remove compromised iterms when needed - either discard damaged goods or segragate them clearly in the back room if they are to receive credit from your wholesaler
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 safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Visible signs of rodent activity contact pest control; company and have them provide an IPM report as discussed during the 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.
590.003/3-302.11-C
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Ensure all foods are elevated off the floors during storage in all areas of the store including the walk-in units as well as the receiving room in the back
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.
590.004/4-101.19-C
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Clean the bottom of the two door freezer unit from visible food spills - clean the inside of all the dairy coolers from 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.
590.005/5-501.113-C
Covering Receptacles (C)
Cover where needed
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.
590.005/5-501.115-C
Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)
Address
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.
590.005/5-501.15-C
Outside Receptacles (C)
Clean the perimeter of the delivery doorway loose trash and debris -remove tents and clothing against the walls of the store [ appears that homeless people are using the area -address
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)
Clean floors throughout the gacility from visible food spills stains anmd soils especially in the rear where the loading dock is - clean underneath all pallets and shelving units in the back room
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
590.006/6-201.15-C
Floor Covering Mats and Duckboards (C)
Several areas of the floor by the entrance to the back room are compromised and need to be repaired address
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
590.006/6-201.16-C
Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)
Need additional barriers in place from contruction work area to the grocery aisles by the dairy section - appears some of the plastic barriers have been removed
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Clean to remove any and all loose debris scattered around the back room - remove all broken items including all broken and compromised foods that cannot be sold scattered throughout the entire back room area
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.