Erie Street Market
FAILThursday, February 22, 2024 at 6:58 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-701.11-P
Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)
Packages of dog food chips candy Ramen noodles and other food productswith visible signs of adulterations and gnaw markings. Address clean to remove and provide a detailed up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.
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.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Management/owner not properly overseeing the estbalishment in regards to pest control. Address and esnure Pest Control is in and conducting inspections on a more frequent basis in order to help with the current pest issue. Management/Owner is to go to 1010 Mass. Ave. on the 4th floor to update the current DBA to Erie St. Market.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
At the time of the inspection there were no test strips for the 3 bay sink. Provide.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Richs scoops unable to be properly cleaned and sanitized due to the 3 bay sink located in the basement area being completely blocked. Address and ensure 3 bay sink is fully accessible in order to clean and sanitize any food service equipment.
Why This Matters
Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.115-PF
Prohibiting Animals (Pf)
Evidence of a cat living on the premises. Remove.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
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.
590.003/3-305.12-C
Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)
Box of bananas observed being stored on the ground in the back room neat rear exit. Discontinue and store all foods elevated aminimum of 6 inches off the ground.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Storage shelves throughout the sales floor with evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings. Basement storage shelves with what aappears to be rodent droppings. Clean and sanitize to remove all.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Many portions of the basement flooring covered with what appears to be rodent droppings. Clean and sanitize to remove.
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
590.006/6-501.112-C
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
At the time of the re-insepction pest control reports were up to date. There was still additional work that has been required by Pest management and site visits will continue weekly until further notice. All reports have been provided to the City of Boston Health Department for continued review. Management/owner is to continue working with pest control to help minimize/eliminate pest activity.
Why This Matters
DISEASE VECTORS: Flies carry 100+ pathogens, land on feces then food. Transfer 2 million bacteria per landing. Roaches spread 33 bacteria types, 6 parasitic worms. One roach can contaminate entire kitchen overnight. Major asthma trigger.
Code Requirements
Eliminate immediately: Kill visible pests, Find and eliminate breeding sites, Fix all screens/seal openings, Remove standing water, Clean drains weekly, Professional treatment if over 5 insects seen, Install fly lights/traps.