Follow-Up Inspection
Sep 15, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 15, 2026 · Original Source
Santa Clara County, CA
Safeway #1483
1530 Hamilton Av
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The full inspection history
6 inspectionsRoutine Inspection
Sep 14, 2026
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
1 recorded violation
criticalCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
1. Observed Vermin: Rodent droppings in various food and non-food areas including interior of back warehouse storage area, floral section, underneath refrigerator units in produce, under aisle shelves and on shelves in grocery aisle 12, 13, 17, and 20. Reviewed pest control report from 9/9/2026. 2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes. 3. Supervisor Notified: S. Lew 4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Carlos and Kelli, has been informed that the facility must close immediately. [CA]: The premises of each food facility must be maintained free of vermin. A facility cannot operate if there is a vermin infestation that leads to contamination of food contact surfaces, packaging, utensils, food equipment, or adulteration of food. The facility is required to cease operations immediately and must remain closed until all corrective actions on the provided checklist are completed. Requirements Before Reopening: 1. Email the signed and completed Reopening Checklist to the assigned inspector. 2. Submit a copy of the pest control report from a licensed provider.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 14, 2026 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
Aug 18, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 18, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Aug 14, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
criticalCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
*MAJOR Specialist observed an old dead rodent carcass underneath aisle shelving at aisle #20. *MINOR Specialist observed approximately 5 old rodent droppings around the same area. Pest control reports from Western Exterminator Company provided for services on 08/10/26, 08/11/26, 08/04/26, 07/31/26, 07/29/26. Pest control reports noted rodent activity on 07/29 (location not provided) and 08/04 (located at christmas storage outside of receiving area). Per store director, all exclusion measures noted on the report have been addressed already. No further evidence of rodent activity found. [CA]: The premises of each food facility must be maintained free of vermin. Ensure food and food contact surfaces are protected from possible contamination at all times. Continue to follow pest control service recommendations and monitor for vermin activity. Seal all cracks, crevices, and gaps under any exterior doors to prevent entry and harborage of vermin. [COS]: Rodent carcass and droppings were removed. Affected areas were cleaned and sanitized. Pest control company was called and have been scheduled for a service today per Store Director.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsminorCode K30Other
Official wording
Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
Pre-packaged beverages stored at the back of the facility without full enclosure. [CA]: All food including beverages shall be stored in a fully enclosed area. [COS]: Beverages were relocated into the receiving area where it's fully enclosed.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 14, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Jul 30, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
minorCode K41Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
Found leaking faucets and drainlines at the following areas: hand sink faucet/drain line at meat department, 1-compartment sink drain line at produce prep. [CA] Secure leak.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jul 30, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Aug 7, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
minorCode K07Food temperature
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
Measured tray of chicken breast holding at 44F in display case for less than 4 hours. [CA] Maintain all cold PHFs held at or below 41F.
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 7, 2025 · Original Source