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Fins Sushi & Grill Inc.

FAIL

Friday, March 7, 2025 at 8:34 PM

Address
354 CHESTNUT HILL AV
Brighton, MA 02135
Category
FT
Violations
4 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
74 inspections
37 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Evidence of rodent activity on top of sealed containers in the lower level- Provide an updated detailed pest control treatment from a licensed pest control company Pest report on site. Indicates activity. Send next pest report.

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 590.003/3-304.12-C
✓ Corrected

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Handles of scoops stored in product in bulk food containers- Corrected on site

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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-101.16-C
✓ Corrected

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Sponges in use at the warewashing area and at the front sushi counter- Discarded

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 590.004/4-602.13-C
✓ Corrected

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Shelves behind sushi counter with heavy accumulated soils- Clean with proper frequency

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
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