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Quick Answers
When was Stop & Shop Supermarket No. 075 last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 23, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
18 inspections on record, from Feb 5, 2024 to Oct 23, 2026.
Has Stop & Shop Supermarket No. 075 ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 18 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Feb 5, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
18 inspections
Inspection
Oct 23, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Rodent droppings observed un der registers. Pest report notes rodent activity. Increase pest control service as needed to control pest activity. Clean around and under registers.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 23, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 14, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Soils and debris under shelving in produce and bakery departments. Clean to avoid attracting pests.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Rodent droppings observed un der registers. Pest report notes rodent activity. Increase pest control service as needed to control pest activity. Clean around and under registers.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 14, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 7, 2026
Failed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Soils and debris under shelving in produce and bakery departments. Clean to avoid attracting pests.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 7, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 10, 2026
Passed
13 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-303.11-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Intensity-Lighting (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Inadequate lighting in compressed recyclable storage room- Provide additional lighting
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official Wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Employees in cut fruit area with no hair restraints- Provide
In Plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
minorCode 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Cardboard used on storage shelving- Remove
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Numerous refrigeration units at the location including the display case at the seafood department and refrigeration in the deli are not properly working. All product had been removed prior to the inspection and was stored in alternate refrigeration at 41F or below Per the store manager the technician is on site to make repairs
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
minorCode 590.004/4-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Warewashing Equipment Cleaning Frequency (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Warewashing sink in cut fruit area with heavy encrusted soils- Clean properly
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Produce prep sink full of soiled equipment and the sink was heavily soiled- Clean with proper frequency
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Area around dumpster with heavy soils and debris on the ground and on the dumpster unit- Area at the rear of the store where crushed recyclables are stored with heavy soils debris and odors Clean with proper frequency
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Evidence of pest activity on floor behind storage in back area- Provide updated pest control reports from a licensed pest control company
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Walls along back hallway in storage area with heavy damage- Properly repair to ensure walls are smooth durable and cleanable
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Multiple areas in service areas with heavy encrusted soils including floors and walls- Areas noted during inspection include all walk in refrigeration units back food storage room and halls cut fruit room corners of shelving at the floor at the end caps in retail area throughout the deli area throughout the meat area- All areas require proper frequent cleanings
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Sanitizer from the automated dispenser in the cut fruit area at above 400ppm quats- Add water to maintain at 200-400ppm until proper repairs are made
In Plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 10, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 3, 2026
Failed
13 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official Wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Employees in cut fruit area with no hair restraints- Provide
In Plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
minorCode 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Cardboard used on storage shelving- Remove
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Numerous refrigeration units at the location including the display case at the seafood department and refrigeration in the deli are not properly working. All product had been removed prior to the inspection and was stored in alternate refrigeration at 41F or below Per the store manager the technician is on site to make repairs
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
minorCode 590.004/4-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Warewashing Equipment Cleaning Frequency (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Warewashing sink in cut fruit area with heavy encrusted soils- Clean properly
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Produce prep sink full of soiled equipment and the sink was heavily soiled- Clean with proper frequency
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Area around dumpster with heavy soils and debris on the ground and on the dumpster unit- Area at the rear of the store where crushed recyclables are stored with heavy soils debris and odors Clean with proper frequency
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Inadequate lighting in compressed recyclable storage room- Provide additional lighting
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Evidence of pest activity on floor behind storage in back area- Provide updated pest control reports from a licensed pest control company
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Walls along back hallway in storage area with heavy damage- Properly repair to ensure walls are smooth durable and cleanable
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Multiple areas in service areas with heavy encrusted soils including floors and walls- Areas noted during inspection include all walk in refrigeration units back food storage room and halls cut fruit room corners of shelving at the floor at the end caps in retail area throughout the deli area throughout the meat area- All areas require proper frequent cleanings
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Sanitizer from the automated dispenser in the cut fruit area at above 400ppm quats- Add water to maintain at 200-400ppm until proper repairs are made
In Plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
Cut melon observed 64F in the produce room. PIC to train staff on cooling. Product was placed back in the walkin for cooling
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
Walkin units observed without a conspiciuous thermometer. Provide and maintain visible
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Exterior of grease buckts observed soiled with visible grease spills interior of aisle freezer observed with heavy ice build up condesor fan inside produce walk in observed soiled/ dusty. Clean to remove
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Floor throughout back of the house (storage/ walkins) observed soiled from loose debris debris accumulation and stagnant water. Clean to remove
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Storage room and produce/fruits walk in observed heavily clutter. Clean / organize/ separate to remove.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Cut melon observed 64F in the produce room. PIC to train staff on cooling. Product was placed back in the walkin for cooling
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
Walkin units observed without a conspiciuous thermometer. Provide and maintain visible
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Exterior of grease buckts observed soiled with visible grease spills interior of aisle freezer observed with heavy ice build up condesor fan inside produce walk in observed soiled/ dusty. Clean to remove
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Floor throughout back of the house (storage/ walkins) observed soiled from loose debris debris accumulation and stagnant water. Clean to remove
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Storage room and produce/fruits walk in observed heavily clutter. Clean / organize/ separate to remove.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 14, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 18, 2025
Passed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Deli handsink observed clogged. Repair Theres another sink in close proximity in compliance.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Floor throughout the backroom walk in areas observed heavily soiled and loose debris. Clean to remove
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Back of the house and storage area observed heavily cluttered. Clean / organize to remove.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 18, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 11, 2025
Failed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Deli handsink observed clogged. Repair Theres another sink in close proximity in compliance.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Floor throughout the backroom walk in areas observed heavily soiled and loose debris. Clean to remove
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Back of the house and storage area observed heavily cluttered. Clean / organize to remove.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 11, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 19, 2024
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Ice build up observed on the compressor to the walk-in bakery freezer. Defrost and clean to remove. Work order has been placed for the built up ice. Unit was functioning properly at the time of the visit. Excess boxes and debris observed on the floor of the meat department back storage room. Clean to remove.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 19, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 5, 2024
Passed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Floor inside all the walk-ins observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Discontinue lining ice cream freezer shelving with cardboard.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 5, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 29, 2024
Failed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-101.11-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Discontinue lining ice cream freezer shelving with cardboard.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Floor inside all the walk-ins observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 29, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 20, 2024
Passed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official Wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Deli area produce and seafood area no CFPM available. Provide a CFPM for each department.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Interior and exterior of oven observed soiled. Clean to remove
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 20, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 8, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
7 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official Wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Deli area produce and seafood area no CFPM available. Provide a CFPM for each department.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
No conspicous thermometer observed inside fish/ seafood case.
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Interior and exterior of oven observed soiled. Clean to remove
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
All walking condensors floor inside the walk-ins observed heavily soiled. Clean and sanitize to remove.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official Wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Deli area produce and seafood area no CFPM available. Provide a CFPM for each department.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
No conspicous thermometer observed inside fish/ seafood case.
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Deli case observed soiled interior of all refrigeration unit and shelvings observed soiled interior and exterior of oven observed soiled 3 bay sink and backsplash in meat and produce are observed soiled. meat scaled observed heavily soiled. Clean and sanitize.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
All walking condensors floor inside the walk-ins observed heavily soiled. Clean and sanitize to remove.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.