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Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at 6:40 PM

Address
161 CHARLES ST
West End, MA 02114
Category
RF
Violations
2 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
41 inspections
14 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 01-3-201.11

Approved Source

The labeling on the Valisiki's products is improper. The label must clearly identify the product and its ingredients. Further ownership must provide proof to BISD that Vasiliki's of Dracut MA is a licensed wholesaler. If Vasliki's is not a licensed wholesaler no further product should be obtained for resale until proper licensure is obtained. The product should be removed from the store unit proper labeling and verification can be obtained. The same is true for the bulk nuts and wasabi peas.

Why This Matters

SEVERE PUBLIC HEALTH THREAT: Unapproved sources bypass all safety controls. Home-prepared foods have caused botulism deaths. Uninspected meat may contain parasites, E. coli O157:H7, or BSE prions. Black market foods linked to tuberculosis, brucellosis outbreaks. Illegal dairy products cause Listeria infections killing 20% of victims. One contaminated batch can sicken hundreds across multiple locations.

Code Requirements

ALL food MUST be from: Licensed, permitted, inspected suppliers; USDA inspected meat and poultry; Grade A dairy products; Approved shellfish dealers on Interstate Certified Shellfish Shippers List; No home-prepared foods EVER; No wild mushrooms unless certified; Documentation required for all suppliers; Invoices must be kept 90 days.

Corrective Actions

IMMEDIATE: Discard ALL food from unapproved sources; Obtain approved supplier list from health department; Verify all current suppliers are licensed; Create approved supplier program; Train receiving staff on checking sources; Post list of approved suppliers

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(A) | FDA Code: Section 3-201.11
• MINOR 38-6-303.11

Inadequate Lighting

Repair the lighting to the milk chest.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 38.6.303
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department