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Tuesday, October 25, 2022 at 9:12 PM

Address
493 MASSACHUSETTS AV
South End, MA 02118
Category
FS
Violations
2 total
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
16 inspections
9 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-203.12-PF

Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)

Observed shellstock tags available without last date sold completed. Discussed with PIC to indicate the required information of the last date sold of shellstock and continue to keep for 90 days.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Observed multiple immature flies in / around kitchen prep area. Provide a detailed pest report for stated activity.

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
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