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CVS No. 11036

FAIL

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 5:34 PM

Address
451 WASHINGTON ST
Dorchester, MA 02124
Category
RF
Violations
4 total
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
31 inspections
18 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Ensure packaged food areas are being inspected for gnaw marks daily as well as cleaning of shelving

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(D) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Small rodent droppings noted in aisle on shelving and on floors near beverage reach ins / No food observed to be chewed through during compliance. Orkin will be on site 5x/daily and has a mass trapping scheduled for Sunday 3/2/2025 Unclear if rodent droppings are uncleaned from compliance or are new. **3/19/2025 - 2 bags of goldfish on shelving chewed through droppings noted as well. Droppings found on shelving with candy and popcorn / Clean to remove Droppings and urine stains noted in back loading area on shelving. Remove and maintain

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 590.006/6-202.15-C

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Large gaps in between and underneath automatic doors allowing for possible rodent access / Provide weather stripping to close gaps

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 590.006/6-501.114-C
✓ Corrected

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Boxes of pharmacy paperwork on floors against wall in basement / Elevate at leat 6" off of floor and away from walls to allow exterminator proper access.

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 food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

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