Health Inspection Report
CVS No. 471 in DORCHESTER, MA Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/14/23
DORCHESTER, MA
Published: August 21, 2025
DORCHESTER, MA - Health inspectors documented violations at CVS No. 471 during a routine inspection conducted on 04/14/2023.
Located at 778 DUDLEY ST in the Dorchester area, the establishment serves the local community. The Dorchester neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.
The inspection identified 5 distinct violations requiring correction. These findings represent specific conditions observed during the inspection that must be addressed to meet health code requirements.
The first violation regarded food storage practices. Inspectors documented: Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C). Storing food at incorrect temperatures accelerates spoilage and pathogen growth.
The second violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: System Maintained in Good Repair (C). Non-compliance with safety standards may create conditions that compromise food safety.
The third violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Outside Receptacles (C). Violations of health codes can increase the risk of foodborne illness.
The fourth violation related to pest prevention. Inspectors documented: Controlling Pests (Pf). The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Pest droppings and debris can trigger allergic reactions and asthma in sensitive individuals.
The fifth violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C). Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.
The correction of health violations is monitored through follow-up inspections and documentation requirements. Establishments must demonstrate that they have addressed the root causes of violations, not just the immediate symptoms.
This inspection data is provided by Boston Public Health Commission. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/14/2023 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Boston Public Health Commission. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Massachusetts Food Code. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.