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Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 5:26 PM

Address
156 CAMBRIDGE ST
West End, MA 02114
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
28 inspections
15 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.005/5-205.15-P
✓ Corrected

System Maintained in Good Repair (P)

Hot water faucet at hand sink at Sushi Bar not working properly repair

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

1) Fruit flies found in dry storgae room donwstairs clean to remove and supply detailed pest reports from exterminator with findings and recommendations

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 590.004/4-902.11-C
✓ Corrected

Food-Contact Surfaces-Lubricating and Reassembling (C)

Exterior of bulk food containers in dry storage with heavy soils and spills 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
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