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Save On Foods #2257

559 Old Hope Princeton Hwy, Hope · Store

Inspection summary

Save On Foods #2257 has been inspected 11 times by Fraser Health Authority since September 22, 2017. The most recent inspection, on September 2, 2026, found no infractions.

8 of 11 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 0 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Handwashing and staff hygiene, Protecting food from contamination and Food temperature control.

The last 5 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.

  • 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on June 22, 2022. 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 June 22, 2022. For example: 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Inspectors check that anything that has to be kept at a set temperature, such as chilled or hot food, or equipment like sterilizers, stays in its safe range and that accurate thermometers are on hand. With food, temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning.

    Recorded once on March 18, 2019. For example: 211 - Frozen potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above -18 °C. [s. 14(3)]

  • 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 once on April 4, 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.

11 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Cleaning is required in the following areas:
      • > Dairy cooler: cracked egg and spilled milk observed under the shelving racks.
      • > Store aisles 2, 3, 5-9: food debris, broken glass, dust, miscellaneous items.
      • > Bakery department: seeds and crumbs around the bread slicer and loaf tray storage.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize above mentioned areas. Ensure all departments of the store are regularly cleaned to help minimize the presence of pests.
      • Date to be corrected by: April 13, 2023.
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Handsink in produce area is functinoal however the cold water faucet is very tightly wound, staff are finding it difficult to turn on and off. Staff admitted to using the prep sink next to it for handwashing instead.
      • Corrective Action(s): Loosen the cold water faucet so that it can be easily used by staff to wash hands. Handwashing must take place at the dedicated handsink.
      • Date to be corrected by: April 13, 2023.
      • Violation Score: 3
  7. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation: Dedicated handwash sink at back vegetable prep area blocked with items stored inside and in front of the sink
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure hand wash sink remains clear and easily accessible, remove items in front and inside the sink.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Boxes of food stored directly on the floor in freezer
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure food is stored at lest 6 inches off the floor
      • Violation Score: 3
  9. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  10. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Produce area handsink lacking paper towel in dispenser.
      • Corrective Action(s): Staff re-filled dispenser at time of inspection.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 211 - Frozen potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above -18 °C. [s. 14(3)]
      • Observation: Bakery walk in freezer, which is also used by deli, has been at less than -18C for the last three few weeks, according to staff. The last few temperature logs show readings of -11C today and -12C yesterday. Ambient air temperature checked with probe thermometers at time of inspection at -7C
      • Corrective Action(s): Have walk in freezer serviced. Assistant manager to review micro therm readings for the last few weeks. Potentially harzardous foods (eg. deli food) must be stored at -18C or less. Correct within one week.
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: Staff informed that roof is leaking through ceiling in bakery area.
      • Corrective Action(s): Have roof leak stopped so that water is not falling into bakery area.
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 315 - Refrigeration units and hot holding equipment lack accurate thermometers [s. 19(2)]
      • Observation: External thermometer is not accurate on bakery walk in freezer. Reading -30C.
      • Corrective Action(s): Have thermometer serviced or replaced. Correct within one week.
      • Violation Score: 1
  11. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

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