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Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 5:56 PM

Address
52 QUEENSBERRY ST
Boston, MA 02215
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
18 inspections
7 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-501.15-PF
✓ Corrected

(A )Cooling Methods (Pf)

Cooked peppers and onions in plastic container at cookline 72F. Cooked in past two hours. Spread out and placed in freezer- 44F in 15 minutes. Cooked eggplant in plastic container 109F. Cooked in past hour. Spread out in refrigerator- 80F in 15 minutes Spread out cooked foods to cool to 41F before storing and covering.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C
✓ Corrected

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Floor drain under prep sink with soils. Clean to avoid attracting pests.

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 590.006/6-501.111-C
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (C)

Mouse droppings in back corner of basement. Clean and monitor for activity. Send current pest reports

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