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Friday, April 14, 2023 at 1:20 PM

Address
29 AUSTIN ST
Charlestown, MA 02129
Category
FS
Violations
2 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
76 inspections
31 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

1) Droppings found under multiple benches in establishment clean to remove 2) Multiple benches with nesting found clean to remove 3) Coving at bench near front window as you enter on right with hole repair 4) Droppings and nesting found in mechanical room outside of building clean to remove 5) Dead mouse found on shelving on ouside shelving area clean to remove 6) Droppings found near hostess area clean to remove

Why This Matters

SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.

Code Requirements

IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.005/5-501.15-C

Outside Receptacles (C)

Grease Barrel with spills on bin and on ground around bin clean to remove

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department