Nicole's Jamaican Plain
FAILTuesday, September 9, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Back door observed without door sweep and kept wide open during hours of operation contributing to potential entryway for rodent/pest. Provide door sweep and keep door close at all time. (8.29.25) In progress
Why This Matters
PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.
Code Requirements
Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Controlling Pests (C)
Multiple mouse droppings observed in the bathrom floor and in the starway leading to the lower level. Clean to remove (corrected prior to 8.29.25) PIC to provide detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator to: inca.prince@boston.gov IPM report showed catch.
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.