Walgreens No. 19437
FAILWednesday, August 14, 2024 at 3:43 PM
Address
1100 DORCHESTER AV
Dorchester, MA 02125
Category
RF
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
33 inspections
17 failures
Violations Cited
⚠ MAJOR
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Today observed some mice activity on chip snack shelving continue services and provide current detailed intergrated pest control report locating source of entry.
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