SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
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When was Safeway Inc #496 last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 8, 2026. The result listed by Public Health – Seattle & King County was “Satisfactory” (official score 2).
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?
3 inspections on record, from May 15, 2024 to Oct 8, 2026.
Has Safeway Inc #496 ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated May 15, 2024.
Adequate ventilation; lighting; designated areas used
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.
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
Warewashing facilities properly installed, maintained, used; sanitizer concentration; test strips available and used
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.