Penguin Pizza
FAILWednesday, July 9, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Violations Cited
590.004/4-202.18-C
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Hood ventilation filter system observed heavily soiled with dust accumulation. Clean to remove. Hood sticker expires 6.24.25
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Ladies bathroom ceiling above kitchen stairway and ceiling downstairs in the basement area near ice machine observed with holes damage missing. Provide proper repair
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Controlling Pests (C)
Multiple old/dry mice droppings observed stored on bottom shelvings in the storage room and stairway leading to storage room. Clean to remove *** PIC to provide detailed current IPM report from a licensed exterminator . IPM report should cite notation of ceiling 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.