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Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at 6:58 PM

Address
5197 WASHINGTON ST
West Roxbury, MA 02132
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
77 inspections
38 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-501.17-PF

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

They are not date marking the food. Properly date any ready to eat food products that are stored for more than 24 hours.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

There is rodent activity in the basement. Provide integrated pest management to get rid of the pests.

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 L1

They have not paid for their 2022 health permit. Payment for the permit is based on gross annual sales for 2021 so they need to provide sales from previous year to determine the cost of the permit. Get the information and come up to 1010 Mass Ave. 4th floor health department to pay for the permit. Any questions please call the office (617)635-5326.

Why This Matters

Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected

Code Requirements

Must comply with all applicable food code requirements

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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department