Genki Ya of Boston
FAILFriday, January 29, 2021 at 6:34 PM
Violations Cited
590.008/8-103.12-PF
Conformance with Approved Procedures (Pf)
At the time of the inspection there were no up to date letters of gaurantee from the Vendors. Provide up to date letters of gaurantee on a yearly basis for the City of Boston Health Department to review.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.008. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Disocontinue and provide a proper santizing solution.
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 safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Storage rack where rice cooker is being stored is visibly soiled. Clean to remove. Floor of the basement storage/preparation area with what appears to be some type of unkown tracking powder. Clean to remove.
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)
Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from Dec. 2020. Address and provide up to date Hood and Ventilation tags for the re-inspection.
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
590.006/6-202.11-C
Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)
Several lights in the basement storage/preparation area with no shields. Provide.
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.
590.006/6-202.13-C
Insect Control Devices Design and Installation (C)
An unkown type of tracking powder is being used by the pest control company. DISCONTINUE use of tracking powder unless an approved type as designated in the current Food Code.
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.
590.006/6-501.112-C
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Dead roaches observed on the basement floor. Ensure all dead insects/rodents are being removed and disposed of on a more freuquent basis.
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.
L1
8-304.11 Post the current PERMIT in a location in the Food Establishment that is conspicuos to the consumers.
Why This Matters
Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected
Code Requirements
Must comply with all applicable food code requirements