INSPECTION REPORT Health Protection FEMI-DGAPKY

PREMISES NAME Mercado		Tel: (778) 991-3109 Fax:
PREMISES ADDRESS 16 - 2565 Barnet Hwy Coquitlam, BC V3H 4E2		INSPECTION DATE May 2, 2025	TIME SPENT 1.5 hours
OPERATOR (Person in Charge) Estaban Cuevas		NEXT INSPECTION DATE May 09, 2025
INSPECTION TYPE Routine
ACTION TAKEN		FOOD SAFETY & SANITATION
ADMINISTRATIVE Information Provided	ENFORCEMENT	Comply In Use Food Safety Training [s. 10] Yes Food Safety Plan [s. 23] Yes Sanitation Plan [s. 24] Yes
HAZARD RATING FOR YOUR FACILITY: High (≥30) Total Score = 46

Critical Hazards: Total Number: 1

401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)] Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No paper towel noted at hand washing sink- paper towel dispenser is broken Corrective Action(s): -Replace broken paper towel dispenser Violation Score: 5

Non-Critical Hazards: Total Number: 5

304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)] Observation: Rodent dropping noted on floor, some on shelving Corrective Action(s): -Clean and disinfect all contaminated areas (use bleach solution >200 ppm for all floor and contaminated surfaces) Violation Score: 9 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)] Observation: -Broken tiles (ceiling and floor) , gaps around piping, broken wall noted in facility which allow entrance for rodent -Clutter noted in facility which allows harboring for pests Corrective Action(s): - Replace broken tiles and seal all gaps - Organize and store all stuff off of the floor at least 6" of the floor Violation Score: 9 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)] Observation: Poor cleaning noted for floor, wall (kitchen, walk in cooler) behind /beside /under equipment, under dishwashing sinks, washroom ( every corner of washroom) Corrective Action(s): - Deep clean the facility Violation Score: 9 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19] Observation: Shelving units in walk in cooler is rusted, shelving in kitchen is rusted ... Corrective Action(s): Replace these or sand and paint to provide smooth- durable cleanable surfaces Violation Score: 9 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)] Observation: Broken, missing tiles noted in the whole facility, missing ceiling tiles , broken walls Corrective Action(s): Replace repair all Violation Score: 5

Follow Up to "Critical" Violations Noted on Previous Inspections (if applicable): No corrections entered

Comments

Routine inspection conducted: - Handwashing stations adequately supplied with liquid soap paper towels and hot/cold running water. - Coolers operating at/below 4'C; Freezer operating at -18'C ( except broken small cooler ) - Hot-holding units operating above 60'C. - Thermometers available for temperature monitoring. - General food storage practice noted in coolers. - 200ppm Quats available at automated dispenser. ** Clean the ice machine **3 compartment sink equipped for manual dishwashing- Discussed 4 steps of manual dishwashing ** Store all clean utensils and take out containers in sealed, store all food products in cooler , freezer and all packaged foods ( soft packaged - plastic or paper) in sealed bin to protect from contamination due to rodent activity in the facility ***control report is reviewed (latest in April 23-2025) a better reporting from the pest control will help facility to address rodent activities *** Temp log sheet is being used however not all data are captured properly or correctly -Submit a written report to address all noted issues and action taken to address those to the area inspector no late then Tuesday May 6-2025