Walgreens No. 15001
FAILMonday, November 27, 2023 at 4:20 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Evidence of rodents by the back door on the right side. Found droppings around door and along wall. PIC will need to clean and have pest control come out and do an inspection before re-inspection date. Manager was out sick today. Please email me the last few pest control reports.
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)
PIC will need to clean the shelves in the walk in under the milk juice and yogurt. All visibly soiled. Retail shelves in the food area (top mostly) have a build up of dust and grime. Please 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.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
PIC will need to clean the floor in the back room to remove old droppings and any debris. Please inform pest control the location you found the droppings. The waslk in floor will also need to be cleaned.
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