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WENDY'S OLD FASHIONED HAMBURE

PASS

Monday, July 13, 2009 at 4:11 PM

Address
71 SUMMER ST
Chinatown, MA 02111
Category
FT
Violations
8 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
20 inspections
4 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 35-6-501.111/.115
✓ Corrected

Insects Rodents Animals

Remove excessive amount of rodent droppings observed in unused upstairs room next to dining room. Provide detailed exterminators report and provide I PM report: Integrated Pest Management report should include game plan for dealing with rodent issue. Remove strong odor of rodent droppings and urine present in upstairs dining area. Provide report that shows dining area is part of the pest management program for this restaurant.

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 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12
✓ Corrected

Food Container Labels

Provide proper storage of bulk sugar stored in basement. Keep sugar in a covered labeled container.

Why This Matters

Improper labeling can lead to using wrong or expired ingredients

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 02.3.602
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11
✓ Corrected

Food Protection

Do not store anything on top of ice machine. Keep only ice related materials on top of ice machine located in main kitchen

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 08.3.305
• MINOR 15-4-202.16
✓ Corrected

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

Provide chains for all CO2 tanks stored in basement

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 21-3-304.14
✓ Corrected

Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize

keep wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 21.3.304
• MINOR 36-6-201.11
✓ Corrected

Floors Designed Constructed Installed

Repair damaged floor at top of stairs leading to basement area. Clean floor throughout empty upstairs room. clean floor area throughout back hallway where grease container is kept

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

FDA Code: Section 36.6.201
• MINOR 37-6-201.11
✓ Corrected

Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed

Repair all damaged walls in hall next to grease storage tank. Repair and reseal all walls. Remove all flaking paint hanging from walls.

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

FDA Code: Section 37.6.201
• MINOR 42-6-501.113/.114
✓ Corrected

Premises Maintained

Rewove all unused supplies stored in unused room. Store all remaining supplies in a neat organized way.

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 42.6.501
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