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Dunkin Donuts

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Tuesday, September 3, 2019 at 5:38 PM

Address
39 FIRST AV
Charlestown, MA 02129
Category
FT
Violations
2 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
22 inspections
4 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-701.11-P
✓ Corrected

Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)

There are multiple flies on the glazed munchkins. Discard food that is contaminated from pests and find a way to store the donuts so they are not contaminated by flies. (Manager discarded items with flies observed on them)

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (Pf)

There are small flies near the donuts and multiple flies on the glazed munchkins in particular. The most recent pest report available was from July 11th. Clean the area and provide more frequent pest treatments unitl the problem is irradicated.

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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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department