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C V S/Pharmacy No. 8988

FAIL

Tuesday, September 19, 2017 at 6:17 PM

Address
17 WINTER ST
Beacon Hill, MA 02108
Category
RF
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
12 inspections
2 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 35-6-501.111/.115

Insects Rodents Animals

Evidence of fruit fly activity in the back storage room near recycling and mop sink. Address and provide an up to date report addressing fruit fly issues.

Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Mice produce 50-75 droppings daily containing Salmonella, Hantavirus. Cockroaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms. Flies regurgitate and defecate on food, spreading E. coli, Shigella. One mouse can contaminate 10 times more food than it eats. Pest allergens trigger asthma in 26% of inner-city children.

Code Requirements

Facility must be pest-free: No live or dead pests; No droppings or urine; No gnaw marks or rub marks; No nesting materials; Effective pest control program; Monthly professional service recommended; All openings sealed; Remove harborage conditions.

Corrective Actions

Call pest control service immediately; Discard ALL contaminated food; Clean and sanitize all affected areas; Seal all openings larger than 1/4 inch; Install door sweeps; Eliminate standing water; Remove clutter; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007(K) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.111, 6-501.115
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department