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Vegas Restaurant

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Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 4:44 PM

Address
1592 BLUE HILL AV
Mattapan, MA 02126
Category
FT
Violations
7 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
43 inspections
26 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.005/5-205.15-P

System Maintained in Good Repair (P)

Basement - Observed stagnant water in the basement water running down the wall a pipe not connected. Sump pump over flowing. Strong ordors coming from the basement. Kitchen- 3 bay sink has tape around the pipes. Remove tape and repair. Pipes are leaking. Both prep sinks is direct to waste. Must be indirect to waste. Contact a licensed plumber to repair all plumbing issues. Provide an invoice on licensed plumber letter head.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
⚠ MAJOR 590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF

Assignment (Pf)

Both prep sinks direct to waste. Contact licensed plumber to repair. Utilize a colander until properly plumbed.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(A). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(A) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Evidence of flies in the kitchen and basement area. Contact licensed exterminator and provide a detailed IPM report. No door sweep on the back door. Repair and provide door sweep.

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 590.005/5-501.11-C

Outdoor Storage Surface (C)

Clean and remove any equipment/trash on the side of the building. Clean around the grease trap to remove odor.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C
✓ Corrected

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Remove any ceiling tiles in the front area that are stained or broken. Repair/replace. Clean the inside of the light shields in the kitchen on the ceiling. Clean to remove bugs and dust.

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.11-C

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

Kitchen- Tile aound the grease trap is missing. Repair broken tiles. Observed no handle on the walk in freezer. Repair.

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 590.006/6-501.11-C

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

Observed damaged flooring ceiling and walls in the basement. Repair and provide proper flooring in the basement. Staircase to the basement is rotted damaged and has mold like substance attached to it. Repair Observed a hole in the wall located near the sump pump. Repair hole.

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
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