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Prima

FAIL

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 5:13 PM

Address
12 PARK ST
Charlestown, MA 02129
Category
FS
Violations
6 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
11 inspections
4 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (Pf)

On going mouse activity in the area and in and around the restaurant - address immediately as we discussed during the interview

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 590.005/5-501.19-C
✓ Corrected

Storage Areas Redeeming Machines Receptacles and Waste Handling Units Location (C)

Ensure the trash areas and trash receptacles are being cleaned from any loose food spills and soils on a daily basis - all storage rooms and areas where CO-2 tanks are being stored along with boxed syrups - alcohol bottles covered each evening

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.13-C

Floor and Wall Junctures Coved and Enclosed or Sealed (C)

Address any gaps in the lower sections of the floors and walls - flower boxes close to the windows or plants around certain area of the restaurant can increase this activity depending where they are located - keep doors and windows closed to reduce potential activity - screens and screen doors are an option -new door sweeps will aslo assist in the potential reduction of rodent activity

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
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.13-C
✓ Corrected

Floor and Wall Junctures Coved and Enclosed or Sealed (C)

Address any gaps in the lower sections of the floors and walls - flower boxes close to the windows or plants around certain area of the restaurant can increase this activity depending where they are located - keep doors and windows closed to reduce potential activity - screens and screen doors are an option -new door sweeps will aslo assist in the potential reduction of rodent activity

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
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.111-C

Controlling Pests (C)

Be diliguent with produce deliveries and clear out loose debris around the trash area

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 590.006/6-501.111-C
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (C)

Be diliguent with produce deliveries and clear out loose debris around the trash area

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
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department