Genki Ya of Boston
FAILMonday, March 27, 2023 at 5:52 PM
Violations Cited
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Missing test strips for chlorine dish washer at 2nd floor bar. Provide test strips.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.008/8-103.12-PF
Conformance with Approved Procedures (Pf)
HACCP letter from fish purveyor expired. Provide current letter.
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.
590.003/3-305.12-C
Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)
Packaged nori sheets stored under hand sink at sushi line. Discontinue storing food under pipes.
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.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Food and debris under cookline and kitchen equipment. Clean to avoid attracting pests. Soils and debris under sushi line hand sinks and drain and far end of sushi station under stairs. Clean to avoid attracting pests Debris and soils under 2nd floor bar station. Food debris on walk-in cooler floor. Door of ice machine soiled. Debris under basement shelves. Clean all areas and monitor for activity
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.
590.006/6-501.112-C
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Multiple dead roaches in basement and on glue trap under dish machine. Discard dead roaches and clean to avoid attracting pests.
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.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Hood sticker expired. Schedlued 4/2
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 cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.