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Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at 3:38 PM

Address
91 WESTLAND AV
Fenway, MA 02115
Category
RF
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
66 inspections
29 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-202.12-P
✓ Corrected

Additives (P)

Establishment selling CBD products in violation of Health Code. CBD products are regarded an additive and cannot be sold in licensed food establishments. Discontinue selling CBD products.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-404.11-PF
✓ Corrected

Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)

Two packages of expired hotdogs in retail cooler. Disposed of by PIC.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (Pf)

At least four dead mice observed on traps one behind donuts the rest in the basement. Two traps covered with cockroaches in basement. Mouse droppings all along lower shelves of chip aisle and on shelving of 2 liter soda shelf. Coordinate with Waltham Pest Control to clear traps more often and create plan for controlling pests.

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 590.004/4-602.13-C
✓ Corrected

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Mouse droppings along chip aisle shelving and in soda storage. Clean and monitor for activity. Remove any unused boxes or other materials that may harbor pests.

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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