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United National Market

PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Thursday, May 5, 2011 at 2:59 PM

Address
134 BUNKER HILL ST
Charlestown, MA 02129
Category
RF
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
42 inspections
14 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 01-3-101/701.11

Spoilage Unsafe Food

Properly discard all adulterated food products from service in front retail area. Evidence of rodent gnawing on potato chips potatoes and flour products.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 01.3.101
⚠ MAJOR 35-6-501.111/.115

Insects Rodents Animals

Properly clean and remove all evidence of numerous fresh mice droppings on shelving throughout entire front retail area and rear storage area's. Properly seal all possible rodent entry points by sealing all holes in ground and foundation area's around rear outside bulcked door. Properly seal all holes in outside foundation area's and front stairs. Properly seal all holes and gaps around outside rear storage door area. Properly remove and disinfect all strong odors of rodent urine in establishment. Properly clean and remove all evidence of freah mice droppings on floor in rear storage area. Evidence of rodent infestation throughout establishment.

Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Mice produce 50-75 droppings daily containing Salmonella, Hantavirus. Cockroaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms. Flies regurgitate and defecate on food, spreading E. coli, Shigella. One mouse can contaminate 10 times more food than it eats. Pest allergens trigger asthma in 26% of inner-city children.

Code Requirements

Facility must be pest-free: No live or dead pests; No droppings or urine; No gnaw marks or rub marks; No nesting materials; Effective pest control program; Monthly professional service recommended; All openings sealed; Remove harborage conditions.

Corrective Actions

Call pest control service immediately; Discard ALL contaminated food; Clean and sanitize all affected areas; Seal all openings larger than 1/4 inch; Install door sweeps; Eliminate standing water; Remove clutter; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007(K) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.111, 6-501.115
• MINOR 34-5-501.111/.115

Outside Storage Improperly Maintained

Properly clean all trash and debris from outside grounds area's around dumpster area.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 34.5.501
• MINOR 36-6-201.11

Floors Designed Constructed Installed

Properly resurface or replace all cracked floor tiles in front retail and rear storage area's. Clean as needed throughout store.

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean

FDA Code: Section 36.6.201
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