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Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 3:15 PM

Address
100-199 FANEUIL HALL MARKET PL
North End, MA 02109
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
66 inspections
15 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (Pf)

3 live roaches see at time of inspection clean to remove and supply detailed exterminator reports with findings and recommendations

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.007/7-202.11-PF
✓ Corrected

Restriction-Presence and Use (Pf)

3 cans of raid under sink and box of roach traps in storage cabinet discontinue use have pest company in for service and supply detailed exterminator reports with findings (All baits and sprays discarded at time of inspection)

Why This Matters

POISONING RISK: Chemical contamination causes immediate severe illness - burning, vomiting, organ damage. Pesticides on food cause 10,000+ poisonings annually. Sanitizer contamination burns mouth/throat. Some chemicals fatal in small amounts.

Code Requirements

Store chemicals: BELOW and AWAY from all food/dishes, In designated chemical storage area, In original labeled containers, NEVER in food containers. Label all spray bottles. Use only food-safe chemicals in kitchen.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007 | FDA Code: Section 7
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.12-C
✓ Corrected

Floors Walls and Ceilings Utility Lines (C)

Floors next to hand sink with soils and debris clean to remove

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department