Smoke Shop BBQ
FAILTuesday, August 12, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Violations Cited
590.005/5-205.15-P
System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Hand sink by the prep area is broken.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.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Noted pest activity in the back dry storage area and found dead roaches. Provide a current pest report.
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.
590.003/3-305.12-C
Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)
Bread stored in the hallway in the back area.Discontinue and train staff to store all food items inside the restaurant not in the open hallway.COS by the PIC
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Seal all the holes in the dry storage on the ceiling. Replace all missing ceiling tiles in the dry storage. All floors under the dry storage shelves has food residue.Clean with frequency Heavy food residue built under the prep sink on the floor.Clean Remove and clean under the hand sink at the prep area. Heavy food build up under the equipment and on the side of the equipment at the bar.Clean with frequency Remove all rotted lime and clean the top of the refrigeration at the bar. Clean and remove unused items from the employee locker area.
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.
590.006/6-501.112-C
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Remove all dead pest with frequency.
Why This Matters
DISEASE VECTORS: Flies carry 100+ pathogens, land on feces then food. Transfer 2 million bacteria per landing. Roaches spread 33 bacteria types, 6 parasitic worms. One roach can contaminate entire kitchen overnight. Major asthma trigger.
Code Requirements
Eliminate immediately: Kill visible pests, Find and eliminate breeding sites, Fix all screens/seal openings, Remove standing water, Clean drains weekly, Professional treatment if over 5 insects seen, Install fly lights/traps.