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Five Butchers Ltd.

21896 40th Ave, Langley · Other

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Inspection summary

Five Butchers Ltd. has been inspected 3 times by Fraser Health Authority since March 12, 2025. The most recent inspection, on February 19, 2026, found no infractions.

1 of 3 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 2 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing, Pests and Handwashing and staff hygiene.

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.

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Surfaces, dishes and tools that touch food or people must be cleaned and then sanitized or disinfected. Inspectors check sanitizer strength, dishwasher temperatures and how cleaning is done. Poor sanitizing lets germs survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded once on February 12, 2026. For example: 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]

  • 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 once on February 12, 2026. For example: 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]

  • 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 12, 2025. 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 March 12, 2025. For example: 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]

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.

3 inspections

  1. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Manual dishwashing procedures were being done in the incorrect order (sanitizing before washing).
      • Corrective Action(s): Follow the steps on the three sink dishwashing sign. Ensure sanitizing comes after washing and rinsing.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Paper towel dispenser at processing area sinks is not working.
      • Corrective Action(s): Supply paper towels nearby these sinks so hand washing can be done.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: 1. Gaps observed at each door to the building. Doors do not close tightly.
      • 2. Many boxes and various items stored on the floor at the storage area.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1. Seal gaps and repair doors so they can close tightly to prevent pest entry. Correct as soon as possible.
      • 2. Store items off the floor to allow easier cleaning and inspection for pest activity. Correct as soon as possible.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation: Cutting board has deep cuts that are difficult to clean and sanitize.
      • Corrective Action(s): Replace or resurface the cutting board. All food equipment must be maintained so they are easy to clean and sanitize. Correct as soon as possible.
      • Violation Score: 3
  3. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Liquid soap was not available for the hand washing station at the processing area.
      • Corrective Action(s): Supply liquid soap to this hand washing station.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Food contact surface sanitizer measured greater than 200 ppm chlorine.
      • Corrective Action(s): Prepare new sanitizer by mixing 1/2 cap household bleach per 1L water (100-200 ppm).
      • Violation Score: 3

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