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WALGREEN'S No. 4072

PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Friday, November 14, 2025 at 7:49 PM

Address
1890 COLUMBUS AV
Roxbury, MA 02119
Category
RF
Violations
3 total
Facility History
69 inspections
33 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Floor under shelvings observed with scuff marks . Clean/wax to remove

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 590.006/6-202.15-C
✓ Corrected

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Door sweeping observed missing on the receiving door and emergency doors. Provide and seal all entry point areas.

Why This Matters

PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.

Code Requirements

Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.111-C
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (C)

****Detailed IPM report missing notation on drop ceiling. IPM report dated 11.13.23 showed no activity of roaches or mice.

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
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