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VAUGHN'S FISH N CHIPS

PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Thursday, January 3, 2019 at 7:44 PM

Address
1 ERIE ST
Dorchester, MA 02121
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
76 inspections
35 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 35-6-501.111/.115

Insects Rodents Animals

Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings on the storage shelves at the front where the service counter is. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.

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 15-4-202.16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

Racks insidde of the upright 2 door Traulsen cooler with what appears to be a heavy rustlike substance. Replace. Doors to the 4 door freezer damaged and with duck tape. Clean to remove and either replace or make functional repairs.

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 15.4.202
• MINOR 29-5-201/02.11

Installed and Maintained

Cold water faucet in the restroom is not operting properly. Address and make any necessary repairs. Pipe coming from the 2 bay sink is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.

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 29.5.201
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