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Hartland Valu Foods - Kitchen

550 Main St, Hartland NB E7P 2N5 · Food Premises

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Inspection summary

Hartland Valu Foods - Kitchen has been inspected 4 times by New Brunswick Department of Health (Health Protection Branch) since March 20, 2024. The most recent inspection, on October 14, 2026, recorded 7 infractions.

1 of 4 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 8 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing, Food source, labelling and allergens and Food temperature control.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

What these findings mean

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

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Anything that touches food, such as cutting boards, dishes and utensils, must be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Inspectors check dishwasher temperatures, sanitizer strength and how wiping cloths are stored. Poor sanitizing lets bacteria survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded 9 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on October 14, 2026. For example: Food Contact Surfaces

  • Food source, labelling and allergensHigher risk

    Food must come from approved suppliers, stay in labelled containers and be thrown out when it is spoiled or damaged, such as dented or swollen cans. Labelling matters for allergies: an unlabelled container can hide an allergen.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on October 14, 2026. For example: Acceptable Containers and Labeling

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Bacteria multiply fastest between about 4 °C and 60 °C (40 °F to 140 °F). Inspectors check that cold food stays cold, hot food stays hot, cooked food is cooled quickly, and that staff have accurate thermometers. Temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning, so these are treated as critical findings.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on October 14, 2026. For example: Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be built from cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked shelf, a worn gasket or utensils stored the wrong way. They are generally lower risk but show how well the kitchen is maintained.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on October 14, 2026. For example: Food Equipment (Design, Construction, Installation and Maintenance)

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

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

    Recorded 3 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on October 14, 2026. For example: Walls (Construction and Maintenance)

About this data

These results come from New Brunswick Department of Health (Health Protection Branch), 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.

4 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    7 infractions

    • Acceptable Containers and Labeling
      • Any prepared potentially hazardous foods wrapped in packages or stored in containers shall be labeled with the date of preparation.
    • Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)
      • Thermometers shall be in all refrigerated areas.
    • Food Equipment (Design, Construction, Installation and Maintenance)
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be constructed from materials that are suitable for their intended purpose and are durable, easily cleaned and free from any undesirable substance.
    • Food Contact Surfaces
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be maintained such that they function in the manner intended and can be easily cleaned and sanitized (e.g. scratched and scored cutting boards/utensils).
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Floors, walls and ceilings shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Walls (Construction and Maintenance)
      • Walls shall be of sound construction and in good repair.
    • Water (Quality and Quantity)
      • Premises with private water supplies shall follow the water sampling plan to demonstrate potability as per Appendix I of the Food Premises SOP.
  2. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • Food Equipment (Design, Construction, Installation and Maintenance)
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be constructed from materials that are suitable for their intended purpose and are durable, easily cleaned and free from any undesirable substance.
  3. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Routine Inspection

    13 infractions

    • Acceptable Containers and Labeling
      • Any prepared potentially hazardous foods wrapped in packages or stored in containers shall be labeled with the date of preparation.
    • Refrigerated Storage (Space)
      • Refrigerators (including surfaces, racks, trays, vents, shelves, etc.) shall be maintained such that it functions in the manner intended and can be easily cleaned and sanitized.
    • Dry Storage
      • Shelves/cupboards shall be designed to facilitate effective cleaning and sanitation and be of sound construction and in good repair.
    • Food Contact Surfaces
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be maintained such that they function in the manner intended and can be easily cleaned and sanitized (e.g. scratched and scored cutting boards/utensils).
    • Food Contact Surfaces
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be operated in a manner that ensures the safe and sanitary handling of food (i.e., need to dismantle meat grinder for cleaning).
    • Food Contact Surfaces
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be constructed from materials that are suitable for their intended purpose and are durable, easily cleaned and free from any undesirable substance.
    • Food Contact Surfaces
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be operated in a manner that ensures the safe and sanitary handling of food (i.e., need to dismantle meat grinder for cleaning).
    • Mechanical Dishwashing
      • Water temperature and/or sanitizer concentration shall be verified daily to ensure that effective sanitizing is occurring.
    • Manual Dishwashing
      • Testing strips shall be available to verify sanitizer concentration.
    • Manual Dishwashing
      • Sanitizer concentration shall be verified daily to ensure that effective sanitizing is occurring.
    • Eating Utensils and Dishes
      • Utensils and dishes shall be stored in a manner so as to be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Washroom(s)
      • A sign shall be posted at all times in the washroom(s) used by staff reminding them that they must wash their hands each time they use the washroom.
    • Floors (Construction and Maintenance)
      • Floors shall be designed to facilitate effective cleaning and sanitation.

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