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Daisy Buchanans'

PASS

Monday, September 21, 2009 at 6:00 PM

Address
240 NEWBURY ST
Back Bay, MA 02116
Category
FS
Violations
2 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
28 inspections
12 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 35-6-501.111/.115
✓ Corrected

Insects Rodents Animals

The ice well beside the glass machine is pitched away from the drain and collecting water. Drain flies are breeding in the stagnant water within the ice bin. Shim the legs of the ice well so that it drains properly. This should eliminate the drain fly problem.

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 09-3-301.11(C)
✓ Corrected

Handling of Food & Ice

Although scoops are available to the bartenders no scoops were observed at the bar. The staff are utilizing tumblers to scoop the ice. In doing so their hands are exposed to the beverage ice. Discontinue the use of tumblers.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 09.3.301
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department