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VR Grocery

17 - 9261 34 Avenue NW Edmonton AB T6E 5T5 · Food - General

2 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Monitoring Inspection

    8 infractions

    • 05. Do food handlers refrain from handling food while ill and have acceptable attire and hygiene?
      • ** - when PHI went into the washroom area, owners informed the PHI that they do not use the handwashing sink. Handwashing is REQUIRED if repackaging foods or providing hot foods. RETRAINING required.
    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • ** - Items that may contaminate food were stored with food products on the sales floor: a child's bike, glass fluorescent bulbs** - while PHI was onsite, a child was located behind the till. PHI observed the child placing dirty feet and socks on the counter where the hot food was stored. Immediately cease and desist, clean and sanitize the counters where food is stored or processed for sale
    • 09. Are chemicals stored and handled in a safe manner?
      • ** - pesticides such as "moth balls" were repackaged onsite and stored with foods near an area the staff spend time. No labels of any kind existed on the packaging. The odor was overwhelming. NEVER repackage pesticides at any time. Pesticides must be stored in the original packaging that contains safety information, cautionary statements (ie. poisonous), and chemical information. Immediately CEASE and DESIST.
    • 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 Handling Permit was not posted in public view as required.
    • 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?
      • ** - hot food handling was observed which was against the Food Handling Permit restrictions which clearly state: "Pre-packaged foods and/or whole produce only – no preparation of food". Immediately CEASE and DESIST.** - RE-packaged foods were observed onsite repackaged and reportioned by the facility which was against the Food Handling Permit restrictions which clearly state: "Pre-packaged foods and/or whole produce only – no preparation of food". Immediately CEASE and DESIST.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • ** - dirty cardboard and newspaper was observed stored with food and lining shelves. Newspaper is not food-grade. All surfaces in a food facility and storage must be smooth, cleanable, non-absorbent and durable.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • ** - Walk-in cooler measured ~2˚C. There was a missing ceiling tile in the walk-in cooler. The walls of the walk-in cooler seemed to be in disrepair. Please repair the ceiling and walls of the walk-in cooler to have a smooth, durable and easily cleanable surface.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • ** - the door to the sink room, the hot holding cabinet, and any doors or areas of high-touch were coved in grime and handprints - thorough cleaning required.