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CORNWALL'S RESTAURANT

FAIL

Friday, February 15, 2008 at 5:11 PM

Address
654 BEACON ST
Boston, MA 02215
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
26 inspections
6 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 35-6-501.111/.115

Insects Rodents Animals

There are rodent droppings in the basement and the back door is allowing sunlight to enter. Provide pest reports and reseal the back door to prevent entry.

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
• MINOR 14-4-202.11

Food Contact Surfaces Design

Bar: Cutting board is heavily scored and stained. Resurface or replace.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 14.4.202
• MINOR 19-4-501.18-.110

Wash Rinse Water Clean Proper Temperature.

The wash temperature on the kitchen dishwasher is 140F and the bar dishwasher is at 135 F. Provide proper wash temperature.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 19.4.501
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department