Walgreens No. 17257
PASSFriday, March 26, 2021 at 7:55 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Evidence of rodents in the back room and in retail area (chips and pet food). PIC is working with pest control company three days a week. PIC will need to clean and check areas each day.As discussed pull all shelves in back room off the wall so pest control is able to proper inspect change traps and it can be cleaned each day.
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 check and clean all retail shelves in food areas.
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 under and behind shelves and equipment in back room of old mice droppings.
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
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
PIC will need to keep the trash area clean. Discontinue to have large amounts of card board or trash in the building.
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.