Star Markets No. 2576
PASSTuesday, January 23, 2024 at 6:55 PM
Violations Cited
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Basement still found with odors and standing water. Clean and disinfect. Determine source of moisture and make all necessary repairs.
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.
590.005/5-205.15-C
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Determine source of water in basment and make all necessary repairs. Forward detailed plumbers report to isdhealth@boston.gov. Spoke with Alan Deone from Able Construction LLC on site who stated that leak maybe from a grease trap. Provide any and all details.
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 food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Bakery walls behind prep counter with peeling paint. Clean and resurface. Grocery walkin freezer is constructed of unsealed concrete with visible cracks. Repair/resurface with cleanable materials. Door frame to grocery walkin freezer with exposed wood and broken sheet metal.
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.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Planter in front of store with rodent burrow. Treat and pest proof. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection.
Why This Matters
PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.
Code Requirements
Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.