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Friday, October 25, 2024 at 6:14 PM

Address
140 BOYLSTON ST
Back Bay, MA 02116
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
25 inspections
12 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Live roach sighting under ice machine in basement Provide updated pest reports from Page who is on weekly visits for the foreable future until situation is brought under control. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Correct all open conditions as stated on pest report from Page dated 10/10/24.

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)

Soils on floor under and around ice machine on stairs leading to basement. Clean to remove. Repair broken tile on stairway.

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 590.006/6-501.14-C

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Hood sticker is expired. Provide current

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 cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

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