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Mahalakshmi Grocery & Daily Fresh Produce - Food

710 - 5075 Falconridge Boulevard NE Calgary AB T3J 3K9 · Food - General

7 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Risk Management Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • **The violation still exists**Hand washing sinks in grocery packing area and meat cutting area did not have soap and paper towels.- Ensure to install soap and paper towel dispensers and stock it.
    • 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
      • The grease trap located underneath the three-compartment sink in the meat cutting area was not properly sealed, resulting in a noticeable sewage odor when the sink is in use. The top of the grease trap had been cut, and a hose was inserted inside, compromising its integrity.- The grease trap must be properly repaired or replaced to ensure it is fully sealed and functioning as intended. All modifications, including the cut top and inserted hose, must be removed, and the unit restored to meet sanitary conditions. Ensure the grease trap is tightly sealed to prevent odors and potential contamination.
  3. Demand Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • 1. The food boxes were stored on the floor.- Store the food items 6 inches above the floor.
    • 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • ** The violation still exists**The three compartment sink was blocked with various equipment.- Ensure to keep the sink clear and clean to use for washing food related equipment.
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • **The violation still exists**Hand washing sinks in grocery packing area and meat cutting area did not have soap and paper towels.- Ensure to install soap and paper towel dispensers and stock it.
    • 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 facility was operating without a valid Food Handling Permit (FHP). - The operator was advised to pay the applicable FHP fee, which was paid during the inspection.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • **The violation still exists**The facility requires deep cleaning by the meat cutting area and organization of the back food repacking area.
  4. Risk Management Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • 1. The food boxes were stored on the floor.- Store the food items 6 inches above the floor.
    • 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • ** The violation still exists**The three compartment sink was blocked with various equipment.- Ensure to keep the sink clear and clean to use for washing food related equipment.
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • **The violation still exists**Hand washing sinks in grocery packing area and meat cutting area did not have soap and paper towels.- Ensure to install soap and paper towel dispensers and stock it.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • **The violation still exists**The facility requires deep cleaning by the meat cutting area and organization of the back food repacking area.
  5. Monitoring Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • The three compartment sink was blocked with various equipment.- Ensure to keep the sink clear and clean to use for washing food related equipment.
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • Hand washing sinks in grocery packing area and meat cutting area did not have soap and paper towels.- Ensure to install soap and paper towel dispensers and stock it.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • The facility requires deep cleaning by the meat cutting area and organization of the back food repacking area.
  6. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Initial Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Dry wall in the dishwashing area, back storage, and washroom is exposed.Please finish these walls.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • A few light fixtures are missing a cover.Install covers on these light fixtures.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • There is approximately a 1-inch gap between the floor and the walls in the back storage and dishwashing area.Please install baseboards to conceal the gaps.