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Monday, August 24, 2009 at 3:12 PM

Address
800 BOYLSTON ST
Boston, MA 02199
Category
FS
Violations
4 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
43 inspections
20 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 35-6-501.111/.115

Insects Rodents Animals

Fruit Fly type insects noted throughout. Last documentation from Exterminator was dated July 7 2009? No mention of Sanitation issues? Establishment fogging on a regular basis? Provide a detailed IPM report on issue with follow-up until remedied.

Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Mice produce 50-75 droppings daily containing Salmonella, Hantavirus. Cockroaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms. Flies regurgitate and defecate on food, spreading E. coli, Shigella. One mouse can contaminate 10 times more food than it eats. Pest allergens trigger asthma in 26% of inner-city children.

Code Requirements

Facility must be pest-free: No live or dead pests; No droppings or urine; No gnaw marks or rub marks; No nesting materials; Effective pest control program; Monthly professional service recommended; All openings sealed; Remove harborage conditions.

Corrective Actions

Call pest control service immediately; Discard ALL contaminated food; Clean and sanitize all affected areas; Seal all openings larger than 1/4 inch; Install door sweeps; Eliminate standing water; Remove clutter; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007(K) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.111, 6-501.115
• MINOR 14-4-202.11

Food Contact Surfaces Design

Front outer top cover to ice Unit loose.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 14.4.202
• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Floors

Floor drains dirty/ soiled in certain area's throughout.You must Keep Sanitation at the Highest levels to remedy Small Fly issue.Floors wet throughout. Keep dry (Dry mop Floor fans etc.)Baseboard areas in dishroom need attention and Under and behind Equipment.

Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RESERVOIR: Damaged floors harbor bacteria in cracks. Standing water breeds Listeria, Pseudomonas. Broken tiles create pest harborage. Floor contamination spreads via shoes, equipment wheels, and dropped items. CDC found floor drains positive for Listeria in 40% of retail delis.

Code Requirements

Floors must be: Smooth and non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains (1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot); Coving at wall junctures sealed; No cracks, holes, or missing tiles; Grout intact and sealed; Cleaned daily or more frequently; Dry except when cleaning.

Corrective Actions

Schedule floor repairs within 30 days; Seal all cracks immediately with approved sealant; Improve drainage to eliminate standing water; Increase cleaning frequency; Replace missing tiles; Re-grout as needed; Remove any carpeting from food areas

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(A) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
• MINOR 44-4-802/03.11

Soiled Linen Storage

Excessive Soiled linen on shelving in dish room. Wet mop heads lying at mop sink. Properly store

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 44.4.802
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department