Gong Cha
PASSMonday, April 7, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Violations Cited
590.005/5-501.115-C
Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)
Still residual grease on pavement surfaces in rear of business due to previous waste cooking oil spill. Clean and remediate all affected areas.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-501.116-C
Cleaning Receptacles (C)
Waste oil containers with visible soils. Clean to remove or contact company for replacement container.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Seal any and all entry points for pests including those noted in ceiling in basement on attached pest report. Treat and seal with pest proof materials.
Why This Matters
PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.
Code Requirements
Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Controlling Pests (C)
Recent IPM report dated this day states "Please see the attachment to the service report about the ceiling tiles either missing or broken. There is believed to be rat activities in these ceilings. Today's interior inspection resulted in one mouse capture on a monitor in the basement prep area. We will continue to follow up with each visit." Address these issues and consult with pest control. Increase visits as necessary until activity is eliminated.
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.