Walgreens No. 17169
FAILTuesday, July 19, 2022 at 5:26 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-101.11-P
Safe Unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P)
Frozen foods being presented for retail sale in a defrosted state. PIC voluntarily pizzas and chicken tenders.
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.
590.007/7-206.12-P
Rodent Bait Stations (P)
Damaged bait box in rear of business. Remove.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.007. Implement proper pest control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
PIC is not monitoring building maintenance and proper holding temperatures for frozen foods. Provide active managerial control.
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.
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Glass freezer on sales floor blinking and error message not maintaining freezing temperatures. Repair. PIC removed food products from service. Discontinue using unit untill all repairs are made.
Why This Matters
Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Pest activity noted on IPM report dated 6.21.22. with activity in loading dock wall. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection.
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.
590.005/5-501.115-C
Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)
Clean undertrash compactor of visible litter and debri.
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.
590.006/6-102.11-C
Surface Characteristics-Outdoor Areas (C)
Exposed soil earth on ground in alleyway. Seal.
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.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Several holes in concrete cinderblock structure of loading dock uncapped open pipes protruding out of rear foundation cast iron stucture in wall of foundation with exposed openings. Seal all voids in exterior walls with pest proof materials. Holes in foundation have been cited on most recent IPM pest report dated 6.21.22 from Rentokil with heavy rat activity noted in the exterior loading dock wall.
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.
590.006/6-202.19-C
Outdoor Walking and Driving Surfaces Graded to Drain (C)
Several potholes in parking lot. Repair/resurface.
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)
Rear egress stairway in a state of disrepair with crumbling concrete as stated by Deon Chandool ISD building inspector on site. Make all necessary repairs and provide engineers report as directed. Open areas in rear of store subject of complaints install fencing to secure all areas to maintain sanitary conditions. It is recommended by I&E team that the business install motion sensor lighting in outside rear areas and alleyway. Camera facing rear of business is in disrepair per on site PIC. Repair.
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)
Litter and debri in outside rear of building. 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 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.