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Bruegger's

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Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 3:56 PM

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

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
✓ Corrected

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

PIC will need to monitor general cleaning and repairs each day. Pest control will need to come out as much as it takes to address this location.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(D) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF
✓ Corrected

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. 1-31-25 PIC will need to clean areas found on re-inspection that still had roddent droppings still.

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
✓ Corrected

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

PIC will need to post an updated Allergen Certificate. Yanil store manager emailed the boss to have him send over the allergen link. Please provide allergen certificate. Email a photo of the allergen certificate posted on the wall when you receive the certificate to the email provided.

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 590.004/4-501.12-C
✓ Corrected

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Cutting boards on the front counter cooking line will need to be replaced. very deep dark stains. 1-31-25 Cutting boads are on order. PIC called other store to have them deliver cutting boards. Please send a photo of the cutting boards to the email provided.

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
✓ Corrected

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 590.006/6-201.11-C
✓ Corrected

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
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.17-C
✓ Corrected

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

Clean the ceiling vent in the mop closet to remove dust.

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department