Al Salam Halal Meat

1103 - 7360 137th St, Surrey · Other

24 inspections

Routine InspectionNov 28, 2025
0 infractions
Routine InspectionJun 13, 2025
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Ice build up observed in drip trays of fron meat display cooler. Operator stated there was recently an event where the store sold lots of lamb. Doors may have been left open over extended period of time due to volume.
  - Corrective Action(s): Please remove ice and clean.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
  - Observation: *REPEAT* (Since Feb 2024) Fan cover missing in walk-in cooler nearest front of house (meat walk-in cooler)
  - Corrective Action(s): Please replace fan cover.
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionDec 16, 2024
1 infraction
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Ready to eat foods observed to be stored under raw foods in walk in cooler
  - **Corrected during inspection** Items removed when identified. Please review with staff importance of keeping raw foods away from ready to eat foods.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
  - Observation: *REPEAT* (Since Feb 2024) Fan cover missing in walk-in cooler nearest fron to house
  - Corrective Action(s): Locate or obtain fan cover immediately
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: *REPEAT* (Since Feb 2022) Cutting boards nad surfaces observed to be heavily discoloured (orange) due to scoring and damage.
  - Corrective Action(s): Please replace or resurface immediately
  - Violation Score: 9
Routine InspectionJul 25, 2024
2 infractions
- 201 - Food contaminated or unfit for human consumption [s. 13]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Various canned products observed to be heavily dented but available for purchase.
  - **Corrected during inspection** Dented cans removed from shelf when identified.
  - Staff will need to look through canned goods to ensure products are in good condition.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score: 5
  - 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Lemon Scented Bleach used for sanitizer
  - **Corrected during inspection** Operator left store to purchase unscented bleach at time of inspection.
  - Only use unscented bleach for sanitizer.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score: 5
- 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
  - Observation: Droppings observed in back corner of warehouse nearest hot water tank.
  - Corrective Action(s): Clean and monitor area for pest activity.
  - Notify pest control company and follow recommendations.
  - Correct by: immediately
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
  - Observation: *REPEAT* (Since Feb 2024) Fan cover missing observed in walk-in cooler nearest front of house
  - Corrective Action(s): Replace fan cover immediately
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: *REPEAT* (Since Feb 2022) Cutting boards and surfaces observed to be heavily discoloured due to scoring and damage. Boards with cuts deep enough that it cannot be cleaned may contaminate food.
  - Corrective Action(s): Repair or replace cutting sufaces immediately
  - Violation Score: 9
Routine InspectionFeb 8, 2024
1 infraction
- 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
  - Observation: Mop pail observed to be full of soiled water.
  - Corrective Action(s): Pail needs to be emptied after use.
  - Correct by: immediately
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
  - Observation: Fan cover missing observed in walk in cooler (nearest front of house)
  - Corrective Action(s): Replace fan cover.
  - Correct by: immediately
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: *REPEAT* (Since Feb 2022) Cutting boards observed to be heavily discoloured due to scoring and damage. Boards with cuts deep enough that it cannot be cleaned may lead to contamination of food.
  - Corrective Action(s): Repair or replace cutting boards.
  - Correct by: immediately
  - Violation Score: 9
Routine InspectionSep 13, 2023
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: 1. Some droppings still observed throughout facility.
  - 2. *REPEAT* (Since Sept 2022): Rusty hooks observed in walk-in (meat). Rusty equipment is observed to be used to suspend carcass.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. Please declutter and clean as per pest control technician's instructions.
  - Correct by; immediately
  - 2. Do not use rusty equipment for food. If rusty equippment cannot be cleaned, remove from facility.
  - Correct by: immediately.
  - Violation Score: 9
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: *REPEAT* (Since Feb 2022) Cutting boards observed to be heavily discoloured due to scoring and damage on the boards. Boards with deep cuts cannot be easily cleaned and sanitized. May lead to contamination of food.
  - Corrective Action(s): Repair or replace cutting boards.
  - Correct by: immediately
  - Violation Score: 9
Routine InspectionMar 3, 2023
1 infraction
- 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
  - Observation: *REPEAT* (Since Sept 2022) Rodent droppings observed in:
  - 1. Front of store, behind rice storage, behind freezer wall, under bulk shelving, under wire shelving near bakery products
  - 2. In office area, along baseboards
  - 3. In 'washroom'/dry storage area nearest hot water tank.
  - Corrective Action(s): Inform pest control company to have areas looked into immediately. Follow pest control technician on proper cleaning/sanitizing of area and follow recommendations/instructions on minimizing risk. Recommend having more frequent visits than 1/month.
  - Correct by: immediately
  - Violation Score: 9
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: *REPEAT* (Since Sept 2022) Hooks and pulleys observed to be heavily rusted in walk-in cooler (meat). The rusty equipment is found hanging over food, but not in direct contact.
  - Corrective Action(s): Store rusty equipment away from food products. Remove rust and seal with either paint or mineral oil to prevent rusting.
  - Correct by: immediately
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: *Repeat* (Since Feb 2022) Cutting boards observed to be heavily scored and discoloured. Boards with cuts too deep cannot be easily cleaned ad sanitized. Bacteria will grow within the deep scoring, possibly contaminating meat that is cut on it.
  - Corrective Action(s): Repair, resurface, or replace cutting boards that are heavily damaged.
  - Correct by: Sept 2023
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionSep 9, 2022
1 infraction
- 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
  - Observation: Rodent droppings observed in:
  - 1. Front of store, behind rice storage
  - 2. In office area, along baseboards
  - 3. In 'washroom'/dry storage area nearest hot water tank.
  - Corrective Action(s): Inform pest control company to have areas looked into immediately. Follow pest control technician on proper cleaning/sanitizing of area and follow recommendations/instructions on minimizing risk.
  - Provide inspector a copy of the pest control inspection report.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: 1. Facility observed to be heavily cluttered in back storage area. Boxes of food products are stored in both back washrooms (not in use).
  - 2. Fan covers in walk-in cooler observed to have heavy dust cover. This area needs to be cleaned regularly.
  - 3. Hooks and pulleys observed to be heavily rusted in walk-in cooler (meat). The rusty equipment is found hanging over food, but not in direct contact.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. Organize back area so it is easily cleanable. Toilets should be covered.
  - 2. Fan covers need to be cleaned regularly
  - 3. Store rusty equipment away from food products. Remove rust and seal with either paint or mineral oil to prevent rusting.
  - Correct by: immediately
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: *Repeat* Cutting boards observed to be heavily scored and discoloured. Boards with cuts too deep cannot be easily cleaned ad sanitized. Bacteria will grow within the deep scoring, possibly contaminating meat that is cut on it.
  - Corrective Action(s): Repair, resurface, or replace cutting boards that are heavily damaged. If necessary, obtain smaller cutting boards for staff to cut on.
  - Correct by: immediately
  - Violation Score: 9
Routine InspectionFeb 14, 2022
2 infractions
- 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Hand washing station blocked at time of inspection. Dirty/bloody meat tray observed to be stored in sink.
  - **Corrected during inspection** Meat tray removed.
  - Wash, rinse and sanitize station prior for use as handwashing station. Handwashing stations is for handwashing only.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score: 5
  - 402 - Employee does not wash hands properly or at adequate frequency [s. 21(3)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bar soap observed at washroom handwashing station. Liquid soap was available.
  - **Corrected during inspection** Operator to remove bar soap
  - Only liquid soap should be used for handwashing stations.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score: 5
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Ceiling tile in dry storage area hallway (right past the entrance) observed to have heavy water damage. Tile is bowed, stained, and potentially mouldy.
  - Corrective Action(s): Replace ceiling tile.
  - Correct by: August 14, 2022
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: Cutting boards observed to be heavily scored and discoloured. Boards with cuts too deep cannot be easily cleaned and sanitized. This will lead to potential contamination of meat that is cut on it.
  - Corrective Action(s): Repair (e.g. resurface) or replace cutting boards that are heavily scored/damaged.
  - Correct by: immediately.
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionAug 10, 2021
0 infractions
Routine InspectionJul 27, 2021
2 infractions
- 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Staff washroom had a bar of hand soap.
  - Corrective Action(s): Handwash stations must be supplied with hot and cold running water, liquid hand soap, and single use paper towels to facilitate proper handwashing. Bar of soap was removed at the time of inspection and replaced with liquid hand soap.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 208 - Foods obtained from unapproved sources [s. 11]
  - Observation: Facility has 3 containers of Damascus Farm Akawi Cheese with black caraway seeds which were not labelled properly - no contact information -unsure if product is from an approved source.
  - Corrective Action(s): All foods must be provided by an approved source to ensure they are safe. Containers of cheese were removed from the sale area until the source of the product could be determined.
  - Violation Score: 9
Routine InspectionFeb 11, 2021
2 infractions
- 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Handwash station soap dispenser was not working and handwash station had a bar of soap.
  - Corrective Action(s): Handwash stations must be accessible and be supplied with hot and cold running water, liquid hand soap, and single use paper towels to facilitate proper handwashing. Discontinue the practice of using bars of soap. Soap dispenser was replaced and bar of soap was removed at the time of inspection.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
  - Observation: Rodent droppings are still being observed in the facility.
  - Corrective Action(s): Clean all rodent droppings and sanitize all affected areas. Continue to monitor for pests and contact pest control services as needed.
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionSep 8, 2020
0 infractions
Routine InspectionAug 11, 2020
2 infractions
- 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Operator unable to locate bleach sanitizer at the time of inspection.
  - Corrective Action(s): Facility must have bleach prepared at 200ppm to allow for proper sanitizing of equipment and food contact surfaces. Bleach spray bottles was located during the inspection. If staff need to search for the sanitizer spray bottles, it is not used frequently enough to sanitizer equipment and food contact surfaces.
  - Violation Score: 15
- 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
  - Observation: Droppings were found throughout the facility.
  - Corrective Action(s): Contact professional pest control operator to service facility to remediate pest issues. Provide pest control service reports for review by the Health Department.
  - Violation Score: 15
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Rodent droppings were found throughout the facility.
  - Corrective Action(s): All areas affected by rodent droppings must be cleaned and disinfected with a bleach solution.
  - Violation Score: 9
  - 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Spray bottle labelled air freshener was used to store bleach sanitizer.
  - Corrective Action(s): All spray bottles must be properly labelled to identify contents and to prevent accidental mixing and or misuse of chemicals. Containers need to be relabelled as needed.
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionFeb 12, 2020
0 infractions
Routine InspectionFeb 10, 2020
2 infractions
- 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1) Meat grinder is cleaned and sanitized once at the end of the day.
  - 2) No bleach sanitizer was prepared at the time of inspection. Staff were adding bleach to the sanitizer spray bottle at the time of inspection.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1) Meat grinder must be cleaned and sanitized after each use or every 4 hours of continuous use to prevent potential contamination of foods.
  - 2) Bleach sanitizer must be prepared at 100ppm during hours of operation to allow for sanitizing of food contact surfaces. Bleach was prepared at 100ppm at the time of inspection.
  - Violation Score: 25
  - 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Meat cutting station handwash station had a bar of soap and equipment was stored in the hand basin.
  - Corrective Action(s): Handwash stations must be accessible and supplied with hot and cold running water, liquid hand soap, and single use paper towels to facilitate proper handwashing. Liquid hand soap was placed at the hand sink at the time of inspection.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 208 - Foods obtained from unapproved sources [s. 11]
  - Observation: Thirteen (13) packs of Ethiopian bread were from an unapproved source. Operator stated an individuals makes the food at home and delivers it daily. Two (2) packs of "Hand Made Manti" was found stored in zipper seal bags, without any information of manufacturer. This is a continuing violation at this facility.
  - Corrective Action(s): All foods must be from approved sources. Thirteen packages of Ethiopian bread were removed from the facility for disposal. Two packs of "Hand Made Manti" were placed on HOLD. Public Health Act Correction Order was issued for the holding on the "Hand Made Manti" from an unknown source.
  - Violation Score: 15
  - 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: Boxes of meat in the refrigerator were stored on the floor.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure all foods are stored off the floor and protected from potential contamination.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
  - Observation: Bleach sanitizer spray bottle was unlabelled at the time of inspection.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure all chemicals are properly labelled to prevent accidental mixing or misuse of chemicals.
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionSep 12, 2019
0 infractions
Routine InspectionSep 5, 2019
2 infractions
- 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Handwash station had a bar of soap and no liquid hand soap.
  - Corrective Action(s): Handwash stations must be equipped with hot and cold running water, liquid hand soap, and single use paper towels to facilitate proper handwashing. Discontinue the use of bars of soap in the facility. Liquid soap was replaced at the time of inspection.
  - Violation Score: 5
  - 402 - Employee does not wash hands properly or at adequate frequency [s. 21(3)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Staff member observed wiping hands with a reusable cloth towel while handling raw poultry.
  - Corrective Action(s): Staff must adhere to good hand hygiene practices and wipe hands with single use towels to prevent potential cross contamination.
  - Violation Score: 15
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: Baked food items at the front check out were displayed without proper protection from potential customer contamination.
  - Corrective Action(s): All food items must be displayed in a manner which protects foods from potential contamination. Foods must be covered with plastic wrap, plastic cover, or another means to prevent potential contamination.
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionAug 10, 2018
0 infractions
Follow-Up InspectionJul 31, 2018
0 infractions
Routine InspectionJul 27, 2018
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bleach spray bottle was too strong and resulted in the test strip bleach out. Solution was observed to have a yellow tint indicating a high chlorine concentration.
  - Corrective Action(s): Bleach sanitizing solution at 100ppm to 200ppm is required for proper sanitizing of equipment and food contact surfaces. Concentrations in excess of 200ppm may be toxic for human health. Bleach was diluted to 200ppm at the time of inspection.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 208 - Foods obtained from unapproved sources [s. 11]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 5 containers of falafel mix was found in unlabelled containers. Operator stated item is supplied by a person making food from home.
  - Corrective Action(s): All foods must come from approved sources to ensure their safety. Items were removed from the store area at the time of inspection.
  - Violation Score: 9
  - 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: 1) Bulk dispensing area scoops were stored inside the food container and not in the designated scoop storage area.
  - 2) Fly paper was located directly above food preparation areas.
  - 3) Dry ingredient bags were located on the floor.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1) Ensure bulk food scoops are stored in a sanitary manner to prevent potential contamination of ingredients.
  - 2) Do not place fly tape above any areas where food is prepared or stored or above food equipment, food contact surfaces, or food storage materials to prevent potential contamination of food, equipment, or utensils.
  - 3) Ensure dry ingredients are properly stored off the floor to protect foods from potential contamination.
  - Violation Score: 9
  - 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
  - Observation: Bleach solution was stored in a bottle labelled window cleaner and contains ammonia.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure all chemicals are properly labelled to prevent accidental mixing of misuse of chemicals.
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionNov 20, 2017
0 infractions
Routine InspectionNov 16, 2017
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Meat slicer was found to have dried meat debris behind the sharpening guard.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure meat slicer is properly disassembled for cleaning and sanitizing after each use or every 4 hours. Slicer was cleaned and sanitized at the time of inspection.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 208 - Foods obtained from unapproved sources [s. 11]
  - Observation: Shelving area had the following unlabelled items: 3 containers or dried black substance, 16 containers of dried flowers, and 26 containers of dried roots. The items were placed on hold and relocated to the back storage area.
  - Corrective Action(s): All food items must come from approved sources and must be labelled to identify the contents. Items cannot be sold or removed from the facility until the hold has been removed by an Environmental Health Officer. Invoices and/or original packaging (if items are repackaged) of the items are required to determine items come from an approved source.
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionSep 18, 2017
0 infractions