MAIWAND MARKET OF SANTA CLARA

Observed several flies in the sales floor of the market and outside dumpster area. No flies observed in the food preparation area at the time of inspection. [CA] The premises of a food facility shall be kept free of vermin.

Observed several flies and cardboard stored around the dumpster area. [CA] Refuse containers shall be kept clean of debris to prevent buildup of attractants for vermin, and shall be covered at all times when not in use.

1. Observed front door and back door propped open during time of inspection. [CA] The food facility shall be fully enclosed at all times. 2. At the back door, observed large gap between the top of the door and the facility wall. [CA] Eliminate gaps greater than 1/4" to prevent the entrance and harborage of vermin.

1) Observed excessive number of flies surrounding the dumpster area. [CA] Refuse containers shall be kept clean of debris to prevent buildup of attractants for vermin. 2) Observed dumpster lid was not kept closed at the time of inspection. Observed excessive amount of cardboard stored around the dumpster area. [CA] Refuse containers shall be covered at all times when not in use. Outside refuse enclosure shall be kept clean and free of debris.

1) Facility lacks active Food Safety Certificate for management. [CA] Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazard foods shall have a valid Food Safety Certificate available for review at all times. 2) Facility lacks active food handler cards for review. [CA] All food handlers shall maintain a valid food handler card for the duration of their employment as food handler. Food handler cards shall be available for review.

Observed lack of paper towels at the handwash station in the food preparation area. [CA] Handwash station shall be fully stocked and accessible at all times. [COS] PIC stocked the dispenser with paper towels during inspection.

In the walk-in cooler, observed boxes of meat stored directly on the floor. In the food preparation area, observed bags of onions stored directly on the floor. [CA] Food shall be stored at least six inches above the floor to prevent contamination and facilitate ease of cleaning.

Observed multiple individually packed foods for sale without labeling. Per PIC, foods are made and packaged from their other store location in Fremont. [CA] Food prepackaged in a food facility shall bear a label with the following: 1) common name of the food, 2) list of ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, 3) quantity of contents, 4) name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor.

Observed raw lamb meat stored directly on the floor of the walk-in cooler. Per PIC, the lamb meat had fallen from the racks. [CA] Food shall be stored in a safe and sanitary condition and protected from environmental sources of contamination. [COS] Specialist directed PIC to voluntarily condemn and discard the contaminated meat. Observed meat was bagged and mixed with refuse in the dumpster.

**REPEAT VIOLATION** Observed excessive number of flies within the butcher area, in the sales floor of the grocery store, and outside around the garbage area. No active contamination of food observed during inspection. [CA] The premises of a food facility shall be maintained free of vermin. Facility shall obtain pest control services from a licensed provider by 4/1/2026.

Observed the active use of the meat display case. As cited on the previous inspection report, the meat display case is not holding at adequate temperature and shall not be used for storage of Potentially Hazardous Foods. The ambient temperature of the case measured at 47F. [CA] Repair the display cooler before storage of any Potentially Hazardous Foods. Refrigeration units shall maintain foods at 41F or below.

In the meat display case, measured raw chicken and beef between 47-49F. Per employee, the meat was transferred from the walk-in cooler to the display case at 9 AM (1.5 hours prior to temperature measurement). [CA] Potentially Hazardous Foods shall be stored at 41F or below or 135F or above. [COS] Employee transferred the meat from the display case to the walk-in cooler.

In the walk-in cooler, observed meat stored on the floor. [CA] Food shall be stored six inches off the floor to prevent contamination and facilitate ease of cleaning.

Observed the placard is missing from the facility. [CA] The placard shall be posted and clearly visible to the general public and patrons entering the food establishment.

Observed multiple individually packed foods for sale without labeling. [CA] Food prepackaged in a food facility shall bear a label with the following: 1) common name of the food, 2) list of ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, 3) quantity of contents, 4) name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor.

**MAJOR** 1. Observed the only handwash sink in the food preparation area is disconnected from the plumbing. Water drains directly to the floor. [CA] Repair handwash sink to properly drain into plumbing system. Handwash sink shall be properly installed and readily available for use in the food preparation area at all times. [SA] Directed PIC to use the nearby wash-compartment of the 3-compartment sink for handwashing until the handwash sink is repaired. Nearby restroom also has functioning handwash sinks. The handwash sink shall be repaired by 5/8/2025. **MINOR** 2. Observed multiple large chemical bottles stored inside the handwash sink. [CA] Handwash sink shall be unobstructed and accessible at all times.

In the front meat display cooler, measured the ambient temperature at 48F. No foods were stored in the unit at the time of inspection. Per PIC, unit is used occasionally. [CA] Repair the display cooler before storage of any Potentially Hazardous Foods. Refrigeration units shall maintain foods at 41F or below.

Observed 20+ flies throughout the facility, including the food preparation area. [CA] The premises of a food facility shall be kept free of vermin and non-disease carrying insects.

1. Observed front door and back door propped open during time of inspection. [CA] The food facility shall be fully enclosed at all times. 2. At the back door, observed large gap between the top of the door and the facility wall. [CA] Eliminate gaps greater than 1/4" to prevent the entrance and harborage of vermin.