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LA CHIVA RESTAURANT

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Monday, June 18, 2018 at 6:02 PM

Address
259 BENNINGTON ST
East Boston, MA 02128
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
34 inspections
16 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.16

Hot Holding

Front hot holding case - Salami 112F Fried chicken 108F / Provide proper hot holding temperatures as discussed. Items removed and will be reheated to 165F after being in the case for 1 hour. Beans sitting on counter 98F / Discontinue leaving food out at room temperature as discussed and provide proper hot holding temperatures. Beans will be disposed of after being out for undetermined amount of time.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Maintain all hot TCS foods at 135°F or above; Cannot use hot holding equipment to reheat

FDA Code: Section 03.3.501
⚠ MAJOR 35-6-501.111/.115

Insects Rodents Animals

1 live roach noted at 3 bay sink area / Santos makes weekly exterminations but reports do not reflect treatment for roaches. Contact pest control

Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Mice produce 50-75 droppings daily containing Salmonella, Hantavirus. Cockroaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms. Flies regurgitate and defecate on food, spreading E. coli, Shigella. One mouse can contaminate 10 times more food than it eats. Pest allergens trigger asthma in 26% of inner-city children.

Code Requirements

Facility must be pest-free: No live or dead pests; No droppings or urine; No gnaw marks or rub marks; No nesting materials; Effective pest control program; Monthly professional service recommended; All openings sealed; Remove harborage conditions.

Corrective Actions

Call pest control service immediately; Discard ALL contaminated food; Clean and sanitize all affected areas; Seal all openings larger than 1/4 inch; Install door sweeps; Eliminate standing water; Remove clutter; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007(K) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.111, 6-501.115
• MINOR 14-4-202.11

Food Contact Surfaces Design

Cutting boards worn and heavily scored / replace.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 14.4.202
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department