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Eddie Merlot's

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Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 5:12 PM

Address
505 CONGRESS ST
Boston, MA 02210
Category
FS
Violations
2 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
14 inspections
8 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003(C)/3-301.11-P
✓ Corrected

Preventing Contamination from Hands (P)

Observed staff preparing rte food with no gloves. PIC corrected on site and discarded. Retrain staff on proper prep of rte products.

Why This Matters

Inadequate handwashing is a leading cause of foodborne illness transmission

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003(C). Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(C) | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.111-C
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (C)

Observed rodent droppings on the shelving unit. Remove soild aluminum foil. Clean and remove

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