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Express Mini Market
5 W Girard Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19123
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Express Mini Market
5 W Girard Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19123
Inspection Date: 10/09/2024

36 Front entry door was opened at the start of inspection. This outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals.
45 -Non-NSF/ ANSI approved chest freezer observed -Observed milk crates being used to elevate storage in the rear storage and retail areas.
45 Observed raw wood shelving being used for retail items in front service area
47 General cleaning (non-food contact): -dusty shelving observed in the retail area -dusty ceiling vents observed in the retail and rear storage areas
52 Garbage/ recycling unkept in rear yard of facility. Refuse, recyclables and returnables shall be removed from the premises at a frequency that will minimize the development of objectionable odors and other conditions that attract or harbor insects and rodents.
53 Bathroom walls are unfinished/ not easily cleanable
53 Brooms and mops observed stored on floor in front service area and rear storage room- maintenance tools should be elevated in a designated place when not in use.
53 General cleaning (premises): -dusty floor perimeters observed in the retail area -dusty bathroom floor perimeters observed
Express Mini Market
5 W Girard Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19123
Inspection Date: 09/25/2024

53 brooms and mops observed stored on floor- maintenance tools should be elevated in a designated place when not in use.
Express Mini Market
5 W Girard Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19123
Inspection Date: 09/10/2024

45 -Raw wood shelving is being used for retail items behind service counter -Milkcrates being used to elevate storage in the rear storage area and retail area -Cardboard observed being used to line shelf in the refrigeration unit
47 -cleaning: dusty fan guards in beverage refrigerators.
53 brooms and mops observed stored on floor- maintenance tools should be elevated in a designated place when not in use.
53 Cleanability of surfaces: -floor/wall junctures in restroom are not smoothly coved. -Open holes in rear storage area ceiling -Hole in wall behind toilet in the employee restroom
53 -Dust accumulation/ construction equipment observed in the basement *No food storage observed in the basement*
74 The establishment is selling tobacco without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit.
78 The establishment is selling electronic cigarette devices without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit.
Express Mini Market
5 W Girard Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19123
Inspection Date: 06/17/2024

8 Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the employee restroom.
26 Chemicals (bleach) observed stored on the same shelf with food items in the retail area. *Bleach was moved at time of inspection*
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of equipment are not available or readily accessible in refrigeration equipment.
36 Front door observed opened at the start of inspection- this outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals.
37 Food items are not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in rear storage area.
45 -Non NSF/ ANSI approved chest freezer observed. -Milk crates being used for storage in retail area and rear storage area
45 raw wood shelving is being used for retail items behind service counter
47 -cleaning: dusty fanguards in beverage refrigerators. -dusty walls and retail shelves
53 brooms and mops observed stored on floor- maintenance tools should be elevated in a designated place when not in use.
53 Debris and dust observed on floor underneath retail shelves and throughout perimeter on the rear storage area.
53 Cleanability of surfaces: -floor/wall junctures in restroom are not smoothly coved. -Open holes in rear storage area ceiling
Express Mini Market
5 W Girard Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19123
Inspection Date: 06/14/2023

11 One partially opened can of pineapple observed in retail area. *PIC discarded.
35 Some snack cakes (Tastykakes & Birthday Treats) were not properly labeled for individual sale: label information to include- 1) The common name of the food 2) a list of ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, including a declaration of artificial color or flavor and chemical preservatives, if contained in the food 3) net weight 4) The name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer or distributor.
45 One sagging shelving unit observed in retail area (where canned goods, Nutella, and mustard are stored).
47 Equipment needs cleaning: dusty fanguards in beverage refrigerators.
52 A trash container lacks in the restroom. Lidded waste receptacle(s) is not provided for trash bags, when stored outside.
53 Cleanability of surfaces: floor/wall junctures in restroom are not smoothly coved. Open wall/floor space in retail area (West-facing wall) is not smoothly coved. Two cracked floor tile observed in retail area.
53 Mop observed on bucket, instead of being properly hung/elevated when not in use.
53 Debris observed on basement floor.
Express Mini Market
5 W Girard Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19123
Inspection Date: 05/12/2023

6 Food employee could not follow proper handwashing procedure due to lack of hot water in restroom. *PIC adjusted temperature
35 Some snack cakes (Tastykakes & Birthday Treats) were not properly labeled for individual sale: label information to include- 1) The common name of the food 2) a list of ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, including a declaration of artificial color or flavor and chemical preservatives, if contained in the food 3) An accurate declaration of the quantity of contents 4) The name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer or distributor.
53 Cleanability of surfaces: floor/wall junctures in restroom are not smoothly coved. Open wall/floor space in retail area (West-facing wall) is not smoothly coved. Two cracked floor tile observed in retail area.
53 Some liquid observed on restroom floor.
Express Mini Market
5 W Girard Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19123
Inspection Date: 05/10/2023

8 Sanitary towels were not provided in the restroom. *PIC provided
35 Some snack cakes (Tastykakes & Birthday Treats) were not properly labeled for individual sale: label information to include- 1) The common name of the food 2) a list of ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, including a declaration of artificial color or flavor and chemical preservatives, if contained in the food 3) An accurate declaration of the quantity of contents 4) The name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer or distributor.
36 The front door was observed open and unscreened, which does not prevent rodent, animal, & insect entry.
45 Cardboard shelf liners in beverage refrigerators are not smooth & easily cleanable surfaces.
45 Equipment adjustment: plastic soda crates observed used to elevate beverages in the back room.
47 Mop sink needs general cleaning.
52 Excess cardboard observed stored in back room requires removal or recycling.
53 Cleanability of surfaces: floor/wall junctures in restroom are not smoothly coved. Open wall/floor space in retail area (West-facing wall) is not smoothly coved. Some cracked floor tile observed in retail area.
74 The establishment is selling tobacco without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit.
75 The establishment has not removed unapproved tobacco products from the premises.
Express Mini Market
5 W Girard Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19123
Inspection Date: 03/27/2023

51 No trash can receptacles with lid observed in the restroom.
53 Mop observed not properly stored or hanged properly to allow for proper air drying.
Express Mini Market
5 W Girard Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19123
Inspection Date: 03/22/2023

1 * A certified food handler was not present when beverage ice cups were packaged on site. No person shall operate a food establishment that handles, prepares or serves non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food who does not have present and in the employ of the food establishment at all hours of operation at least one (1) person with a valid Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Department.
6 An approved handwashing sink was not provided in area where ice cups are packaged.
35 Some snack cakes (tastykakes) in retail area was not individually labeled for sale.
36 Outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals: front door observed open and unscreened
45 Cardboard shelf liners in beverage refrigerators are not smooth & easily cleanable surfaces.
47 Equipment needs cleaning: mildew stains observed at bottom of beverage refrigerator; stained mop sink observed.
51 Restroom door is not self-closing.
51 Toilet room: sink, toilet, and floor need general cleaning.
53 Cleanability of surfaces: Floor/wall junctures in restroom are not smoothly coved. Open wall/floor space observed along West-facing wall (near refrigerator). Open wall spaces around plumbing penetrations in wall behind toilet. Cracked floor tile in retail area.
53 Premises: (structures)- hanging wires observed from unused light fixture in retail area
53 Wet mop observed on bucket (instead of being hung/elevated when not in use).
74 The establishment is selling tobacco without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit.
75 The establishment has not removed unapproved tobacco products from the premises.
78 The establishment is selling electronic cigarette devices without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit.
Express Mini Market
5 W Girard Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19123
Inspection Date: 01/26/2023

1 A certified food handler is not present (beverage ice cups were being packaged on site; PIC removed ice cups from sale). * No person shall operate a food establishment that handles, prepares or serves non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food who does not have present and in the employ of the food establishment at all hours of operation at least one (1) person with a valid Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Department.
6 An approved handwashing sink was not provided in area where ice cups are packaged.
8 Sanitary towels lack in the restroom. *PIC provided towels
25 Food with unapproved additive observed: One container of "Code Red" Delta-8 gummies observed in retail area. *PIC removed from sale. This item is hereby retained and may not be sold or given away for consumption.
35 Some snack cakes in retail area was not individually labeled for sale.
36 Outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals: front door open and unscreened. *Corrected by PIC
45 Cardboard shelf liners in beverage refrigerators are not smooth & easily cleanable surfaces.
47 Equipment needs cleaning: stained mop sink observed.
51 Restroom door is not self-closing.
52 A waste container lacks in the restroom.
53 Cleanability of surface: Floor/wall junctures in restroom are not smoothly coved. Open wall/floor jucture crevice observed along West-facing wall (near refrigerator). Open wall spaces around plumbing penetrations in wall behind toilet. Cracked floor tile in retail area.
53 Premises: (structures)- hanging wires observed from unused light fixture in retail area
53 Wet mop observed on bucket (instead of being hung/elevated when not in use).
74 The establishment is selling tobacco without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit.
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