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Zen Restaurant

FAIL

Friday, July 15, 2022 at 3:14 PM

Address
21 BEACON ST
Beacon Hill, MA 02108
Category
FS
Violations
2 total
Facility History
23 inspections
8 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Debris and heavy soils under and on the side of 2 compartment sink. Clean to remove

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.111-C

Controlling Pests (C)

Activity indicated behind 2 compartment sink and around baseboard. Clean to remove. Last pest control report 7/8/22.

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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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department