COFFEE SHOP
PASSFriday, April 29, 2022 at 5:09 PM
Address
11 ELKINS ST
South Boston, MA 02127
Category
FT
Violations
1 total
Facility History
40 inspections
16 failures
Violations Cited
• MINOR
✓ Corrected
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Daylight emitting from bottom of rear door. Door does not close tighlty with gap visible. Repair with pest proof materials to prevent entrance of pests.
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