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Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 5:58 PM

Address
2 BOWDOIN ST
Dorchester, MA 02121
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
Facility History
81 inspections
43 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 590.005/5-205.15-C
✓ Corrected

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Faucet at the 3 bay sink is leaking. Pipe under the 3 bay sink is leaking. Address and make all necessary repairs.

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 past expiration date from Jan. 2025. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection.

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
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.111-C

Controlling Pests (C)

At the time of the re-inspection there was evidence of what appeared to be rodent droppings located on the shelves in the back storage area's. Clean to remove and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection. Management is currently seeking out a contract with a new pest control company and is to provide it at the time of 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
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