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Fairouz Restaurant

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 7:39 PM

Address
5268 WASHINGTON ST
West Roxbury, MA 02132
Category
FS
Violations
4 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
38 inspections
19 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Evidence of rodent droppings on top of the dishwasher. PIC has pest control each montha and will address this with them. No other evidence of droppings in kitchen area.

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
• MINOR 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Food Safety Certificate that was posted is expired. PIC stated that he has a up to date one and will post. 2-20-24 PIC stated that he will need some more time to get the certificate. Please take the class and email it to me.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(C). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(C) | FDA Code: Section 2
• MINOR 590.004/4-202.16-C
✓ Corrected

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

PIC will need to clean the exterior of the dishwasher. Old rodent droppings on top.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR L1
✓ Corrected

PIC will need to address the payment of the 2024 Health Permit

Why This Matters

Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected

Code Requirements

Must comply with all applicable food code requirements

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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department