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Esthetic Bean

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Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 5:35 PM

Address
16 PREBLE ST
South Boston, MA 02127
Category
FT
Violations
5 total
Facility History
22 inspections
12 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 590.003/3-305.11-C

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Ice machine/provide smooth non porous ceiling over ice machine to protect from pipes hanging from ceiling (Advised owner to move the ice machine to the 1st floor kitchen) Instructed owner to forward cleaning schedule SOP's for the overhead pipes in the lower storage. Owner working to provide a smooth ceiling above the ice machine

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.005/5-205.15-C
✓ Corrected

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

3 bay sink/provide proper drain plugs Discussed with the owner to submit SOP's for washing fruits/vegetables in the middle bay of the 3 bay sink

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 590.006/6-101.11-C

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Basement/seal all bare wood steps to be smooth easily cleanable

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.17-C
✓ Corrected

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

Seal all bare wood shelving in basement (PIC has submitted Cleaning schedule procedures for the overhead pipes.)

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

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

Controlling Pests (C)

Evidence of rodent droppings visible in the basement. Owner to provide a pest report upon re-inspection. Clean/sanitize the affected locations

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