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PHO 2000

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at 4:59 PM

Address
198 ADAMS ST
Dorchester, MA 02122
Category
FS
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
80 inspections
42 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.007/7-206.11-P

Restricted Use Pesticides Criteria (P)

Can of raid under hand sink / Remove do not self-exterminate

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

No evidence of pests; Seal all openings; Remove harborage; Professional treatment when needed

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007 | FDA Code: Section 7
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

1 live roach seen at the dish machine drain board / Orkin provides monthly exterminations but cannot provide any IPM reports at this time. Provide the last 3 months of IPM reports and move exterimations to bi-weekly until further notice

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 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Exterior of refrigeration with visible soils / Clean to remove

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.113-C

Storing Maintenance Tools (C)

Mop stored on floor / Elevate at least 6" off of floor

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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