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Beira Mar Importers

7370 Gilley Ave, Burnaby · Other

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Inspection summary

Beira Mar Importers has been inspected 10 times by Fraser Health Authority since March 15, 2018. The most recent inspection, on June 17, 2026, found no infractions.

4 of 10 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 0 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests, Handwashing and staff hygiene and Protecting food from contamination.

The last 4 inspections in a row found no infractions. The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for your health. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food, supplies and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on January 30, 2020. For example: 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hands are one of the main ways germs spread, from person to person and onto food and surfaces. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing their hands when required, and sick staff being kept away from work where it matters. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.

    Recorded once on March 8, 2023. For example: 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]

  • Protecting food from contaminationHigher risk

    This covers how food and supplies are stored and handled: kept covered, off the floor, and away from anything that could contaminate them. Where food is served, raw meat must be kept away from ready-to-eat food, a direct route for salmonella and E. coli.

    Recorded once on July 27, 2022. For example: 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be clean and in good repair, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate health risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on March 8, 2023. For example: 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]

About this data

These results come from Fraser Health Authority, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

10 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Handwash sink at processing room has no soap and the sink has equipment in the compartment
      • Corrective Action(s): Keep the handwash sinks clear for that purpose only stocked adequately with pumped soap, paper towels from dispenser, hot/cold water
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: -Some tools and raw woodworking observed in the processing room
      • -Condenser fan covers in the Walk-in coolers are moldy/mildew covered
      • Corrective Action(s): -Do not conduct non-food related activities in the food processing room, remove all construction tools and woodworking material from this area
      • -Clean and disinfect the condenser fan covers regularly
      • Violation Score: 3
  6. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent poison observed in food warehouse area on the main floor
      • Corrective Action(s): Remove all rodent poison from inside the food premise. Use only mechanical traps such as live, sticky, and snap traps
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: A few spills noted in the main floor warehouse:
      • -Soda (syrup?) spills near the back end area
      • -Some chick pea beans spilled in the middle aisles
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and disinfect areas
      • Violation Score: 3
  7. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Walk-in cooler next to the stairwell -some exteriors of the food containers have mold
      • Food preparation area -counters are grimy/food laiden and floors disorganized
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and disinfect the food container exteriors of the mold
      • Clean and sanitize the food preparation area counters and floor areas
      • Violation Score: 3
  8. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: - Minor amount of mouse droppings noted on floor in warehouse near where dried beans are stored.
      • Corrective Action(s): - Clean up droppings and sanitize area with bleach solution. Monitor area for any further activity and clean up droppings immediately if present.
      • - Continue to maintain contract with Pest Control Technician. Follow all recommendations of Pest Control Technician.
      • - Operator reported area has been re-organized and flour products are now stored higher to deter rodents. Product has been inspected by Operator and any damaged product/packaging will be discarded. Additional traps have been set.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: - Mold growth noted on vinyl curtain on walk-in cooler (adjacent to walk-in freezer)
      • Corrective Action(s): - Clean vinyl curtain to remove mold. [Correction date: 1 week]
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: - Pipe under handsink in processing room is leaking. Handsink is still operational for handwashing
      • Corrective Action(s): - Repair/replace handsink so that it is no longer leaking. Operator reported handsink was damaged and a new one will be installed to replace it. [Correction date: 2 weeks]
      • Violation Score: 3
  9. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation:
      • - Small amount of rodent droppings observed along the walls
      • - Insulation noted along wall where rodents have chewed it
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Operator is aware of issue and has professional pest company on contract
      • - Clean droppings as necessary
      • - Ensure that all foods are inspected for rodent damage and/or placed in pest proof containers
      • - Reduce clutter
      • - Keep doors closed whenever possible
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • Cleaning required:
      • - spilled foods in the walk-in cooler
      • - mould/debris build up on plastic curtains
      • - in hard to reach areas
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize areas noted.
      • Violation Score: 3
  10. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: - The following areas require cleaning:
      • - Food debris and dirt accumulation in processing room.
      • - Warehouse - food debris and dirt accumulation at floor/ wall edges, under and behind pallets.
      • - Warehouse area downstairs where bulk totes of pepper paste are stored.
      • - Exterior of pepper paste totes.
      • - Mold/ mildew accumulation on plastic curtains at walk-in cooler and grape juice buckets.
      • - All other hard to reach areas.
      • Corrective Action(s): Thoroughly clean above mentioned areas.
      • Date to be corrected by: 1 month
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Chemicals stored on top of pallet of canned beans. "instant patch", lubricant bottle, 2 aerosol cans of chemical.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure all chemicals and tools are stored away/separate from food. Do not sore either on top or near food or food containers.
      • Correction date: 1 day
      • Violation Score: 3

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