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Union Park Pizza

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Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 5:05 PM

Address
244 NEWBURY ST
Back Bay, MA 02116
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
Facility History
7 inspections
1 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C
✓ Corrected

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Trash and debris outside back door. 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 590.006/6-501.11-C
✓ Corrected

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Broken tiles and holes in wall in corner under 3 compartment sink. Repair and seal to prevent pests from entering.

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 food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.111-C
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (C)

Rat droppings under rack in dry storage. Clean and monitor for activity. Send current pest report.

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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