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Hunan Gourmet

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Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 4:32 PM

Address
45 BEACH ST
Chinatown, MA 02111
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
17 inspections
11 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

July pest report noted multiple rat catches in basement. No live activity observed. Droppings observed in side storage room. Clean and sanitize area. Provide updated pest reports and work with pest company to provide report with 0 rodent catches.

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 590.004/4-202.18-C

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Ansul system under production line hood has grease build up. 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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.14-C

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Per Fire inspector Lek Moy grease discharge on the roof is spilling on to neighboring business. Outside hood system is not being cleaned with proper frequency. Hire approved cleaning company to service outside hoods.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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