Inspection Report

Business Name
Maryland Gardens Post Acute
Business Address
31 W MARYLAND AVE PHOENIX AZ 85013
Permit Number
FD-23-02103
Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Inspection Purpose
CI Food Routine Inspection
Inspection Date
6/3/2025
Grade
B
Priority Violation
1
Inspection Status
Re-inspection required

Violations

Violation #: 28

Description: Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly Stored

Comments:

Observed several open rodent snap traps in dry storage area on floor under shelving where food is stored. Rodent bait shall be contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station. Person in charge had maintenance remove traps.

PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-206.12 - Priority: Rodent Bait Stations

Addl Notes: Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Predefined Comment: All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection.

Violation #: 38

Description: Insects, Rodents and Animals not Present

Comments:

Observed rodent droppings under shelving in dry storage area. No

enclosed rodent traps visible. Person in charge provided pest control invoice from 6/3/2025 that do not specify rodents as a target. All areas should be free from pest activity. Person in charge to clean area and continue routine pest control visits until activity is gone. Director to provide pest control invoice prior to reinspection on 6/13/2025 SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. Predefined Comment: Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by reinspection.

6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence

Violation #: 55

Description: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean

Comments:

Several areas throughout establishment with holes, paneling separating

from base, seals along base tiling and ceiling deteriorating throughout facility, and tiles missing. All areas must be smooth, easily cleanable, and in good condition. Person in charge to place work order and have fixed by next routine inspection. THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. Predefined Comment: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection.

6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods

Comments/Details


Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Re-inspection for pest control invoice to occur by 6/13/2025. Discussed establishment procedures regarding: personal items, jewelry, date marking, dusting frequency, consumer advisory

"A" for Food Safety

Through our grading system, Maricopa County Environmental Services Department provides at-a-glance indications of how food establishments perform during food safety inspections. This system is designed to grade food establishments in terms of food safety requirements and provide recognition to those who choose to participate.

How does it work?

The issuance of grade cards to food establishments is based on voluntary participation. The person in charge, who is present during the inspection, will be asked whether they would like to participate in the Grading System. This will be decided prior to each inspection. If an establishment does not participate in the Grading System, Not Participating or NP will appear on the inspection report, and the inspection will still occur. If an establishment does participate, a grade of A, B, C, or D will be determined at the conclusion of the inspection using the Grading System chart below. Participating establishments will then be provided with a grade card that can be posted in the establishment. The status of the establishment’s grade will also appear on the Restaurant Ratings page of the department’s website.

How can I determine the grade?

The Grading System chart can be used to determine grades earned for establishments that do not participate. Grades are determined by the number of Priority and Priority Foundation violations received at the time of inspection. Violation types are defined in general terms below.

Definitions

Priority Violation
Major violation that directly contributes to increasing the risk of foodborne illness or injury (e.g. Food employees do not properly wash hands when required).
Priority Foundation Violation
Minor violation that does not directly contribute to an increased risk of foodborne illness but failure to correct this violation may lead to the occurrence of a priority violation. For example, hand washing soap and paper towels not available at hand wash sink (may lead directly to food employees not properly washing hands when required).
Core Violation
Minor violation that relates to general maintenance and sanitation (e.g. No sign reminding employees to wash hands).
Cutting Edge Program
All county food-related establishments can partner with Maricopa County to implement a proactive approach to reducing foodborne illness risk factors by implementing food safety systems that include policies, training, and verification processes. Partners enrolled in the Cutting Edge Program receive an A+ when an A is earned.
Grading System The matrix below is used to grade food inspections under the voluntary grading system.
A B B B B B B B C C C C C C D D
Priority 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 2 2 2 2 3
Priority Foundation 0 1 2 3 4 0 1 2 5 3 4 0 1 2 3 0

Any legal action for a pattern of non-compliance or permit suspension results in a D.