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Thursday, February 22, 2024 at 7:28 PM

Address
124 HARVARD ST
Dorchester, MA 02124
Category
RF
Violations
2 total
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
26 inspections
11 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
✓ Corrected

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

At the time of the re-inspection the 2024 Health Permit had still not been paid in full. Address and ensure That the Health permit and any additional fees have been paid for prior to the re-inspection being conducted or Hearing is to be held.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(D) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings on the storage shelves with pet foods. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection. At the time of the re-inspection there was no pest control report provided. Address.

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