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Stop & Shop/Dunkin Donuts No. 18

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Friday, May 9, 2025 at 4:08 PM

Address
535 FREEPORT ST
Dorchester, MA 02122
Category
RF
Violations
2 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
82 inspections
32 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Small rodent droppings noted behind and on the wall shelf next to the cardboard compactor and beside the main compactor / Remove. Brahman is on site daily most recent IPM report from 4/28/2025 notes no activity. Ensure cardboard compactor area is treated on next extermination visit

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 590.006/6-501.12-C
✓ Corrected

Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)

Floors under the fryer area with visible grease build up / Clean to remove Floors near cardboard compactor with visible soils / 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 590.006. 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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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department