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Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at 7:10 PM

Address
500 TERMINAL RD
East Boston, MA 02128
Category
FS
Violations
2 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
19 inspections
9 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.004/4-703.11-P
✓ Corrected

Hot Water and Chemical-Methods (P)

Hight temp dish machine rinse 205F / Work order is out for repair or replacement of machine / Machine will be taken out of service until properly rinsing. 3 bay sink can be used until repair or replacement is made. Bar also has a glass machine that is properly working

Why This Matters

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Skipping steps leaves bacteria and food residue on 'clean' dishes. Studies show improper warewashing spreads bacteria to 73% of dishes. Major cause of Norovirus outbreaks affecting hundreds.

Code Requirements

Follow 5-step process: 1) Scrape/pre-rinse, 2) Wash in 110°F water with detergent, 3) Rinse in clean water, 4) Sanitize for 30 seconds minimum, 5) Air dry (no towel drying). Post procedure at sink. Train all staff.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Small rodent droppings noted under center liquor display at the bar / Remove and ensure daily maitenance of floors. Exterminations done bi-weekly move to weekly and provide at least 1 visit before compliance / No IPM reports available on site / Provide last 3 months

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