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Friday, September 27, 2019 at 2:22 PM

Address
540 COMMONWEALTH AV
Boston, MA 02215
Category
FT
Violations
2 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
26 inspections
11 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Large amount of fruit flies observed throughout lobby on walls/ceiling & attached fixtures.Fruit flies also observed in kitchen/basement location.PIC states he has contacted pest control company.Provide full pest control report upon re-inspection. Upon re-inspection Eco Lab has provided a pest control treatment establishment has made significant progress regarding the fruit fly issue.Eco lab to provide a follow up treatment on 9.26.19.PIC also o provide full pest report upon re-inspection

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 590.006/6-201.11-C
✓ Corrected

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Clean/sanitize walls & ceilings in lobby to remove evidence of fruit flies spills & soils. Maintain clean & sanitized

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