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Thursday, September 17, 2015 at 6:10 PM

Address
167 BLUE HILL AV
Roxbury, MA 02119
Category
RF
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
14 inspections
2 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 01-3-101/701.11
✓ Corrected

Spoilage Unsafe Food

Canned goods being offered for sale past expiration dates. Remove or segregate and mark reduced for quick sale.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 01.3.101
⚠ MAJOR 28-5-402.13

Sewage and Waste Water

Standing water observed in basement. PIC stated problems with sewarage backing up from street periodically and establishment has sump pump. Determine source and make neccesary repairs. Food currently not being stored in basement.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 28.5.402
• MINOR 34-5-501.111/.115

Outside Storage Improperly Maintained

Alley where trash is being stored next to building accumulated with old soda crates and trash. Maintain outside area free of debri.

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 34.5.501
• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Floors

Old rodent droppings observed on floor in basement. Clean to remove. Standing water on floor in basement clean to remove.

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
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department