CVS No. 117
PASS W/ CONDITIONSTuesday, March 9, 2021 at 3:42 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Found evidence of rodent droppings at greeting card shelving/remove rear stock room/move all shelving and pallets and remove evidence of rodent droppings basement/move all shelving and pallets and remove evidence of rodent droppings from all rooms/electrical/storage and stairway under conveyor belt provide detailed up to date extermination report rear exit door and front entrance/provide door sweeps to remove all daylight
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.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
strorage area/seal bare wood floor to be smooth easily cleanable
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.
590.006/6-201.17-C
Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)
retail/replace all stained ceiling tile/leak at ceiling/provide documentation of scope of work and time frame of repairs/at time of re-inspection drain system was being used at retail ceiling
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
basement/clean and organize/remove all unnecessary items/old pallets
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.
L1
post 2021 city of boston health permit
Why This Matters
Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected
Code Requirements
Must comply with all applicable food code requirements