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Target Store T-3363

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Friday, October 11, 2024 at 3:45 PM

Address
500 GENEVA AV
Dorchester, MA 02122
Category
RF
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
21 inspections
9 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-701.11-P

Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)

Bag of pet food and other bags of chips/candies with what appears to be rodent droppings. Address and discard all adulterated foods.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Evidence of rodent activity observed in the front service area as well as the back storage area. Address and provide an additional pest control report for the re-inspection. Pest Control is currently on site 3 times a week currently until further notice.

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 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Sveral areas in the back storage area/front service area's with what appears to be rodent droppings and food debris. Clean and sanitize to remove all. Floor near back storage area computers with what appears to be rodent droppings. 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 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department