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Karim Meats

15805 87 Avenue NW Edmonton AB T5R 4G7 · Food - General

12 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Risk Management Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • New mouse droppings were observed on the floor between the walk-in freezer and the meat display cooler. Please clean and sanitize the affected area immediately and reschedule an appointment with your pest control company to investigate and implement a lasting solution.
    • 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
      • A large tray containing hot chicken biryani, measured at 76 °C, was observed stored on an electric stove (turned off) at the back of house, along with serving spoons and takeaway bowls. The facility is approved for grocery and meat cutting/ sales only. The operator must discontinue selling hot food until approval is obtained from the district inspector.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • The meat slicer was observed unclean, with visible meat residue. The operator indicated it had been used approximately two hours prior to the inspection. Education was provided to ensure that all meat processing equipment is cleaned immediately after use, between different meat products, and every four hours during continuous use, and that it is maintained in a clean and sanitary condition when not in use.
  3. Risk Management Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
      • Additional cleaning is required for the meat slicer, as meat remnants were observed in the crevices and grooves. Ensure the meat slicer is thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each use, and when in continuous use, it must be cleaned and sanitized at least every four hours.
    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • Mouse droppings were observed in the storage cupboard in the meat preparation area, underneath the storage shelves by the two exit doors. This area must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized to prevent contamination, and the cupboard must be decluttered.
    • 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
      • The posted food handling permit expired in February 2025. Please print and display the current food handling permit in a conspicuous location for customers.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • 1. The following areas require cleaning:Floor of the walk-in cooler – presence of meat juice.Floor under the egg display cooler – food debris and dirt.Floor under the storage shelves at the two exit doors – mouse droppings.2. Please declutter the back of house and ensure personal items are clearly separated from food, equipment, and food preparation areas.
  4. Monitoring Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
      • Additional cleaning is required for the meat slicer, as meat remnants were observed in the crevices and grooves. Ensure the meat slicer is thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each use, and when in continuous use, it must be cleaned and sanitized at least every four hours.
    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • Mouse droppings were observed in the storage cupboard in the meat preparation area, underneath the storage shelves by the two exit doors. This area must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized to prevent contamination, and the cupboard must be decluttered.
    • 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
      • The posted food handling permit expired in February 2025. Please print and display the current food handling permit in a conspicuous location for customers.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • 1. The following areas require cleaning:Floor of the walk-in cooler – presence of meat juice.Floor under the egg display cooler – food debris and dirt.Floor under the storage shelves at the two exit doors – mouse droppings.2. Please declutter the back of house and ensure personal items are clearly separated from food, equipment, and food preparation areas.
  5. Demand Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 03. Is all food in this facility fit for human consumption and not unwholesome, spoiled, or adulterated?
      • Observed 2 small packages of green chilis in the walk in cooler with signs of mould and spoilage. Discarded at the time of inspection.
    • 05. Do food handlers refrain from handling food while ill and have acceptable attire and hygiene?
      • Observed approx. 4-5 used disposable gloves on prep table and or by display cooler. Discarded at time of inspection.Please ensure any used disposable gloves are being discarded after use.
    • 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • Observed a bag (paper bag material) of black sesame directly on the floor by office space.
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • Observed pots and plates inside the designated hand sink. Please use the designated hand sink for handwashing only.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • Additional cleaning required for the meat grinder. Operator took apart the unit and observed old and fresh meat pieces inside hard to reach crevices.
  6. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Risk Management Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 02. Is all food in this facility from an approved source and/or properly labelled?
      • Observed frozen individual bags of meat items with no labels in the retail area. Please ensure all food items are labelled to indicate their source.Repeat violation from 2024-10-31
    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • Gap of light noted on bottom of the back door. Please equip with weatherstripping to deter possible pest entry.Repeat violation 2024-10-31
  8. Monitoring Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 02. Is all food in this facility from an approved source and/or properly labelled?
      • Observed frozen individual bags of meat items with no labels in the retail area. Please ensure all food items are labelled to indicate their source.
    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • Gap of light noted on bottom of the back door. Please equip with weatherstripping to deter possible pest entry.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • Additional cleaning for following areas- Wall surfaces surrounding meat bandsaw- Wall surfaces inside walk in cooler- Exterior of blue cabinets- Black trolley/service carts
  9. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
      • Food permit posted is expired. Please post your updated food permit,
  10. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
      • Food permit posted is expired. Please post your updated food permit,
  11. Demand Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 02. Is all food in this facility from an approved source and/or properly labelled?
      • Unlabelled naan observed in the retail area. Please ensure all food items are labelled to indicate their source.
    • 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
      • sanitizer solution was not prepared during the inspection. Please ensure a sanitizer solution is prepared at all times of operation. Corrected onsite.
    • 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
      • Food permit posted is expired. Please post your updated food permit,
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Gap in floor of walk-in cooler is causing raw meat blood to leak through to the adjoining business. Please seal the gap. A contractor came onsite during the inspection to start sealing the gap.
  12. Demand Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 02. Is all food in this facility from an approved source and/or properly labelled?
      • 1. Most (but not all) re-packaged frozen raw meat is labelled to indicate its source. Please ensure every package is labelled.2. Packaged bread near front of store was not labelled to indicate its source - please ask the supplier to label the product.
    • 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
      • No sanitizer solution made - corrected onsite.