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Costello's Tavern Inc

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Friday, November 18, 2022 at 6:55 PM

Address
717 CENTRE ST
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Category
FS
Violations
4 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
60 inspections
30 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Evidence of fruit fly activity noted in the main kitchen and basement area's. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.

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)

No one on site with a current Food Allergen Certification. Provide for the re-inspection. No one on site with a current Food Safety Certification. Provide documentation of at least one full time employee who has been enrolled in a Food Safety Course for the re-inspection.

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 590.005/5-205.15-C
✓ Corrected

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Cold water faucet at the 2 compartment sink is not attached. Address and make any necessary repairs. Pipe under the hand sink is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs. Pipe under the 2 bay sink is leaking. Repair.

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 safety 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)

Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from June 2022. Address adn provide up to date tags for the re-inspection. Refrerral to be made to teh COB Fire Department for expired tags.

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
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