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Burger King

FAIL

Wednesday, October 12, 2022 at 2:59 PM

Address
944 BENNINGTON ST
East Boston, MA 02128
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
Facility History
67 inspections
21 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 590.006/6-202.15-C

Outer Openings Protected (C)

No weather stripping on the bottom of front and side doors / Provide weather stripping on the bottom of all doors.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.111-C

Controlling Pests (C)

Drain flies noted on walls near soda fountain / Atlantis provides weekly exterminations every Thursday and are currently treating for flies last visit 10/6/2022. / Discussed with PIC that all corrective actions requested by exterminator be done as well as ensuring daily maintenance to include inspecting areas with known/current activity and reporting any increase in activity as well as ensuring all areas are clean and sanitized.

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 590.006/6-501.12-C

Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)

Walls surrounding the fountain soda machine with visible soils / Provide a thorough cleaning. Walls and ceiling in the back area near the ice machine with visible dust build up / 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 590.006. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

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