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Bruegger's

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Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 5:44 PM

Address
667 VFW PK
West Roxbury, MA 02132
Category
FT
Violations
7 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
73 inspections
32 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

At this time found droppings in mop closet stairs out to the dumpster arounf water heater and under office desk and safe. PIC has a report from in Dec 14th. PIC will need to do a deep cleaning and have pest control come back out a few times a week until problem is taken care off. In the mop closet you will see the ceiling falling apart and also in the hallway by the stairs out to the trash. PIC will need to have that fixed and the ceiling inspected by pest control.

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 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

PIC will need to post an up to date Food Safety and Allergen Certificate. Please remove any expired certificates.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(C). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(C) | FDA Code: Section 2
• MINOR 590.004/4-202.16-C

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

PIC will need to clean all shelves in ware washing and back room storage areas. Evidence found of rodent droppings.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.004/4-501.12-C

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Cutting boards on the front counter cooking line will need to be replaced. very deep dark stains.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.005/5-501.16-C

Storage Areas Rooms and Receptacles Capacity and Availability (C)

As discussed PIC will need to provide trash barrels with covers to hold trash before it goes out to the dumpster. The trash was on the ground in the hallway and a bag of old bagel and boxes in the stairway. PLease provide enough to hold all the trash.

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 storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.006/6-101.11-C

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

PIC will need to replace all door sweeps that are not working. Doors to the unused side of the old dinning room will also need to be inspected by pest control. Door sweeps on all those door also.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

PIC will need to clean along the wall at the front counter of food and some grime. Check for any holes that will need to be filled. The ledge and stairs to the trash area will also need to be cleaned.

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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