American Food Basket
FAILWednesday, October 22, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
The licensed exterminator came out on 10/15/25 and is going to provide door sweeps to the front exterior doors on Monday 10/20/25. In the meantime PIC stated that he would have his carpenter attach the door sweeps. The automatic doors may need a special door sweeps. At the time of the re inspection the exterior door located in the receiving room was being repaired and the holes in the wall near where they store the large barrells were repaired.
Why This Matters
PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.
Code Requirements
Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
The extermination report stated that there was a hole behind the spice rack. The PIC showed me the hole. The exterminator recommended leaving this hole open until further notice. Repair hole when the issue has been addressed.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Controlling Pests (C)
At today re inspection no droppings were observed. The licensed exterminator came out on 10/21/25 and the PIC was able to provide a detailed report. PIC addressed all the recommendations on the prior extermination report. The report is still stating that their is rodent activity. But that the issues have greatly reduced. PIC stated that they will have weekly inspections until this is resolved. Contact the licensed company and have them come back out before the next health inspection. Provide a detailed IPM report.
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.