Timely Correction of Violations of Critical Control Points

Timely Correction of Violations of Critical Control Points. (a) A permit holder who has received a demerit score of more than ten points shall correct a violation of a critical control point and implement corrective actions within a reasonable time period as specified in the inspection report, or as provided in subsections (b) and (c) below. (b) Considering the nature of the potential health risk involved and the complexity of the corrective action needed, a permit holder may avoid suspension of the sanitary permit under 3 CMC § 2135(b), if the permit holder can make corrections or repairs within the following time frames: (1) Five working days for deficiencies that involve general cleaning and easily resolvable critical control point violations; (2) Fifteen working days for deficiencies or violations that require more man-hours due to the scope of work, including but not limited to minor building repairs and the purchase of necessary equipment; (3) Thirty working days for deficiencies requiring the purchase of equipment or materials necessary for remodeling that may not be found on island, but must be requested from an off-island supplier or contractor. (c) The Secretary may agree to an extension of the compliance period if: (1) the permit holder provides in writing sufficient evidence that the specified time frame with which to comply is not feasible due to insurmountable circumstances and agrees to an alternative date; (2) no imminent health hazard would result from the delay; and (3) the reasons are deemed justified by the Secretary. However, a second request for an extension will be cause for suspension of the sanitary permit. Source: PL 12-48, § 3 (2132), modified.