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The Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Executive Office of Health and Human Services Department of Public Health Bureau of Environmental Health Community Sanitation Program 180 Beaman Street West Boylston, MA 01583 Telephone: 508-792-7880 Facsimile: 508-792-7706 TTY: 508-835-9796 Amy.M.Riordan@state.ma.us

DEVAL L. PATRICK
GOVERNOR

TIMOTHY P. MURRAY
LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR

JUDYANN BIGBY, MD
SECRETARY

JOHN AUERBACH
COMMISSIONER

March 30, 2009 Guy W. Glodis, Sheriff Worcester County House of Correction and Jail 5 Paul X. Tivnan Drive West Boylston, MA 01583 Re: Facility Inspection Dear Sheriff Glodis: In accordance with M.G.L. c. 111, 5, 20, and 21, and Department of Public Health Regulations 105 CMR 451.000: Minimum Health and Sanitation Standards and Inspection Procedures for Correctional Facilities; 105 CMR 480.000: Storage and Disposal of Infectious or Physically Dangerous Medical or Biological Waste; 105 CMR 590.000: Minimum Sanitation Standards for Food Establishments (State Sanitary Code, Chapter X); 105 CMR 205.000 Minimum Standards Governing Medical Records and the Conduct of Physical Examinations in Correctional Facilities and the 1999 Federal Food Code; I conducted an inspection of Worcester County House of Correction on March 25, 26, and 27, 2009. I was accompanied by Deputy Bove, Deputy Legendre, Captain Price, Lt. Phelan, Paul Halfmann, Community Sanitation Program, and Mikel Beacham Community Sanitation Program. Violations noted are listed below (* indicates conditions documented on previous inspection reports). OUTER CONTROL Control Room FC 4-602.12(B) FC 4-601.11(C)

Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils; Frequency: Interior of microwave oven dirty Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils, Objective: Non-food contact surface dirty, gaskets

Male Locker Room 105 CMR 451.110(A) Fisher Conference Room

Hygiene Supplies at Toilet and Handwash Sink: No paper towels at handwash sink

No Violations Noted HERMAN BUILDING 105 CMR 451.320 105 CMR 451.343

Cell Size: Inadequate floor space in cells Electric Fixtures in Cell: No electrical outlet in cells

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A2 Block Cells 105 CMR 451.103 Showers 105 CMR 451.126 105 CMR 451.123 Office No Violations Noted A2 Booth No Violations Noted A1 Block Cells 105 CMR 451.103* 105 CMR 451.102* 105 CMR 451.101* 105 CMR 451.126 Showers Upstairs 105 CMR 451.123 Showers Downstairs 105 CMR 451.126 105 CMR 451.123 105 CMR 451.123 105 CMR 451.130 Utility Closet No Violations Noted Dining Area No Violations Noted A1 Booth FC 4-602.12(B) MAXI B 105 CMR 451.320 Booth 105 CMR 451.350 FC 4-903.11(A) FC 4-903.11(A)(2)

Mattresses: Mattress damage in cell 63 Hot Water: Hot water temperature recorded at 970F downstairs Maintenance: Shower walls peeling paint upstairs

Mattresses: No mattress Pillows and Linens: Insufficient pillow and linens available for inmates Blankets: Blanket not available for inmate Water Supply: No hot water supplied to handwash sink in cell 19 and 21

Maintenance: Soap scum and mold in showers Hot Water: Hot water temperature recorded at 910F Maintenance: Missing tiles Maintenance: Soap scum on shower wall Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, 1 leaking

Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils; Frequency: Interior of microwave oven dirty

Cell Size: Inadequate floor space in cells

Structural Maintenance: Wall damaged Protection of Clean Items, Storing: Clean/single-use articles not stored in an appropriate location, cups, plates, silverware stored on floor Protection of Clean Items, Storing: Single-service items uncovered and protected from contamination

Lower Right Tier Cells 105 CMR 451.103

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Showers 105 CMR 451.126 105 CMR 451.123 Lower Left Tier Cells 105 CMR 451.103 105 CMR 451.330 Lower Disciplinary Isolation

Hot Water: Hot water temperature recorded at 1150F Maintenance: Soap scum on shower wall

Mattresses: Mattress damage in cells 125 & 151 Room Temperature: Room temperature recorded at 590F

Not in Use Showers 105 CMR 451.126 105 CMR 451.123 Upper Left Tier Cells 105 CMR 451.102 105 CMR 451.103 Showers 105 CMR 451.126 105 CMR 451.123 Lower Disciplinary Isolation No Violations Noted Common Room No Violations Noted Upper Right Tier Showers 105 CMR 451.123 CHAPEL No Violations Noted HEALTH SERVICES Infirmary Ward 105 CMR 451.124 HIV Coordinators Office No Violations Noted Staff Bathroom No Violations Noted Inmate Bathroom 105 CMR 451.110(A) 105 CMR 451.110(A) Hot Water: Hot water temperature recorded at 1160F Maintenance: Soap scum on shower wall

Pillows and Linens: Insufficient pillow in cell 315 Mattresses: Mattress damage in 335 Hot Water: Hot water temperature recorded at 1180F Maintenance: Soap scum on shower wall

Maintenance: Soap scum on shower wall

Water Supply: Insufficient hot water supply in quantity and pressure

Hygiene Supplies at Toilet and Handwash Sink: No soap at handwash sink Hygiene Supplies at Toilet and Handwash Sink: No paper towels at handwash sink Page 3 of 22

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Supply Closet No Violations Noted Mental Health No Violations Noted Storage Room with Sink 105 CMR 451.110(A) 105 CMR 451.110(B) Storage Room w/o Sink No Violations Noted Nurses Room 105 CMR 451.130 105 CMR 451.123 Segregation Cells FC 6-501.16 Biohazard Storage No Violations Noted Pharmacy No Violations Noted CENTRAL CONTROL FC 6-501.16 105 CMR 451.123* VISITING ROOM Womens Room 105 CMR 451.110(A) 105 CMR 451.126 Mens Room 105 CMR 451.110(A) GYMNASIUM 105 CMR 451.350 Bathroom No Violations Noted Booth No Violations Noted MAXI C 105 CMR 451.320 Booth No Violations Noted

Hygiene Supplies at Toilet and Handwash Sink: No soap at handwash sink Hygiene Supplies at Toilet and Handwash Sink: No waste receptacle at handwash sink

Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, sink drains slowly Maintenance: Cracked porcelain sink

Maintenance and Operation; Cleaning: Mop stored in bucket

Maintenance and Operation; Cleaning: Mop stored in wet bucket Maintenance: Soap dispenser broken

Hygiene Supplies at Toilet and Handwash Sink: No soap at handwash sink Hot Water: Hot water temperature recorded at 1070F

Hygiene Supplies at Toilet and Handwash Sink: No soap at handwash sink

Structural Maintenance: Wall and baseboard damage

Cell Size: Inadequate floor space in cells

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Upper Tier Cells 105 CMR 451.102 105 CMR 451.103 105 CMR 451.350 Showers 105 CMR 451.126 105 CMR 451.123 Old Segregation Not in Use Lower Tier Cells 105 CMR 451.102 105 CMR 451.126 Showers 105 CMR 451.130 105 CMR 451.123 105 CMR 451.123 DEIGNAN BUILDING 105 CMR 451.320 Upper West Showers 105 CMR 451.123 Slop Sink Room No Violations Noted Bathroom No Violations Noted Lower West Showers 105 CMR 451.130 105 CMR 451.123 Bathroom 105 CMR 451.130 105 CMR 451.130 Common Area FC 4-602.12(B)

Pillows and Linens: Pillow/linens damaged in cell 420 Mattresses: Mattress damage in cell 430 Structural Maintenance: Window cracked in cell 442 Hot Water: Hot water temperature recorded at 1150F Maintenance: Soap scum on shower wall

Pillows and Linens: Pillow/linens damaged in cell 230 Hot Water: Hot water temperature recorded at 1070F in cell 210

Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, shower 3 leaking Maintenance: Missing face plate in on dial in shower 1 Maintenance: Soap scum on shower walls

Cell Size: Inadequate floor space in cells

Maintenance: Soap scum on shower wall

Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, leaking Maintenance: Soap scum on shower wall

Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, last sink leaking Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, behind toilet leaking

Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils; Frequency: Interior of microwave oven dirty

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Lower East Showers 105 CMR 451.123 105 CMR 451.123 Bathroom 105 CMR 451.130 Cells 105 CMR 451.103 Upper East Slop Sink 105 CMR 451.130 Showers 105 CMR 451.123 105 CMR 451.123 Bathroom 105 CMR 451.130 105 CMR 451.123 Cells 105 CMR 451.101 Chemical Closet FC 6-501.16 Uniform Supply Closet No Violations Noted Control Booth No Violations Noted MINI 5 BUILDING Left Side Showers No Violations Noted Program Area No Violations Noted Weight Room 105 CMR 451.353 Chemical Closet FC 6-501.16

Maintenance: Missing tiles Maintenance: Mold in showers

Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, 1 toilet runs

Mattresses: Mattress damage in cell 14

Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, faucet leaks

Maintenance: Soap scum on shower wall Maintenance: Loose faucet plate

Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, one sink doesnt work and one sink leaks Maintenance: Missing wall tiles behind urinal

Blankets: Blanket damaged in cell 32

Maintenance and Operation; Cleaning: Mop stored in wet bucket

Interior Maintenance: Missing face plates on electrical outlets

Maintenance and Operation; Cleaning: Mop stored in bucket

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Right Side Cells 105 CMR 451.103 FOOD SERVICE Staff Dining No Violations Noted Serving Line FC 3-302.11(A)(1)(b)

Mattresses: Mattress damage in cell 1

Preventing Food and Ingredient Contamination: Preventing cross contamination, food contaminated by employee, using a non food utensil to stir the soup. Individual was told to discard soup Room Temperature: Room temperature recorded at 790F Structural Maintenance: Hole in wall

Food Storage 105 CMR 451.330 105 CMR 451.350 Bakery Area FC 4-501.114(C)(2) FC 4-903.11(B) FC 5-204.11(A) FC 6-202.11(A) FC 6-501.114 FC 5-205.11(B)

Maintenance and Operation; Equipment: Sanitizer solution tested less than recommended concentration Protection of Clean Items, Storing: Trays not stored in the inverted/self draining position Plumbing System, Location and Placement: No conveniently located handwashing sink Design, Construction, and Installation; Functionality: Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected by light shields Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter: Non functional equipment stored in kitchen, warming unit broken and food stored in it Plumbing System, Operations and Maintenance: Handwashing sink used for an unapproved purpose, all sinks are dedicated

Cooler 1 No Violations Noted Cooler 2 FC 6-202.11(A)

Design, Construction, and Installation; Functionality: Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected by light shields

Cooler 3 FC 3-302.11(A)(1)(b)

Preventing Food and Ingredient Contamination: Preventing cross contamination, ready-to-eat foods not appropriately separated from raw foods, raw food must be stored below ready to eat food

Freezer FC 6-202.11(A) 105 CMR 451.353 Receiving

Design, Construction, and Installation; Functionality: Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected by light shields Interior Maintenance: Ice build up

No Violations Noted Chemical Closet FC 6-501.16

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FC 4-501.114(C)(2)

Maintenance and Operation; Equipment: Sanitizer solution tested less than recommended concentration

Food Storage FC 6-404.11 105 CMR 451.353 Control Booth

Location and Placement; Distressed Merchandise: Dented/damaged cans not properly segregated Interior Maintenance: Some lights not functioning

No Violations Noted Equipment Closet FC 6-202.11(A)

Design, Construction, and Installation; Functionality: Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected by light shields

Dishwasher Area FC 6-202.11(A) 105 CMR 451.350 Serving Area

Design, Construction, and Installation; Functionality: Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected by light shields Structural Maintenance: Wall damage

No Violations Noted Inmate Bathroom FC 6-202.14 105 CMR 451.350 Paper Supplies 105 CMR 451.350 105 CMR 451.353

Design, Construction, and Installation; Functionality: Toilet room not completely enclosed, door not secure, tight fitting, or self closing. A shower curtain is being used Structural Maintenance: Baseboard damage

Structural Maintenance: Wall tiles missing Interior Maintenance: Some lights not functioning

MAINTENANCE CORRIDOR Staff Bathroom No Violations Noted Inmate Bathroom No Violations Noted Break Area FC 4-501.11(A) FC 4-204.112(A) FC 4-601.11(A) Maintenance and Operation, Equipment: Equipment not maintained in a state of good repair, fridge gaskets damaged Design and Construction, Functionality: No functioning thermometer in refrigerator Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils, Objective: Food contact surface dirty, coffee maker needs cleaning, top interior where coffee pours from

Laundry Area No Violations Noted Repair Shop No Violations Noted

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SCHOOL Kitchen Area in Hall No Violations Noted Mens Staff Bathroom 105 CMR 451.126 Social Workers Offices No Violations Noted Ladies Staff Bathroom No Violations Noted COUNTY LOCK UP Not in use at this time RECEIVING I.D Room Unable to gain access to at the time Bathroom in Records No Violations Noted Property Room FC 4-602.12(B) Intake Showers No Violations Noted Holding Cell 1 105 CMR 451.130 105 CMR 451.110(A)* 105 CMR 451.110(A)* Holding Cell 2 105 CMR 451.110(A)* 105 CMR 451.110(A)* Hot Water: Hot water temperature recorded at 860F

Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils; Frequency: Interior of microwave oven dirty

Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, hot water stuck Hygiene Supplies at Toilet and Handwash Sink: No soap at handwash sink Hygiene Supplies at Toilet and Handwash Sink: No paper towels at handwash sink

Hygiene Supplies at Toilet and Handwash Sink: No soap at handwash sink Hygiene Supplies at Toilet and Handwash Sink: No paper towels at handwash sink

MODULAR ADMINISTRATION BUILDING Outer Control Mens Bathroom No Violations Noted Females Bathroom No Violations Noted Visitors Locker Area No Violations Noted

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Special Services Corridor - 1st Floor Female Locker Room No Violations Noted Male Locker Room 105 CMR 451.126* 105 CMR 451.353 105 CMR 451.123* Mens Bathroom No Violations Noted Womens Bathroom No Violations Noted Phone Room 105 CMR 451.350* Copy Room FC 4-602.12(B) Bubbler 105 CMR 451.124 2nd Floor South Male Bathroom Out of Order South Female Bathroom No Violations Noted North Male Bathroom No Violations Noted North Female Bathroom No Violations Noted Deputy Legendres Office FC 3-501.16(B)* Computer Lab FC 4-601.11(C) Hot Water: Hot water temperature recorded at 1050F Interior Maintenance: Rugs dirty and worn Maintenance: Used gloves in a shower stall

Structural Maintenance: Ceiling tiles pushed up

Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils; Frequency: Interior of microwave oven dirty

Water Supply: Insufficient water supply in quantity and pressure

Limitation of Growth of Organisms, Temperature and Time Control: Refrigerator temperature recorded at 460F Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils, Objective: Non-food contact surface dirty, refrigerator gaskets dirty

Computer Server Room 105 CMR 451.350* MODULAR INFIRMIRY 2nd Floor Bathroom

Structural Maintenance: Ceiling tiles pushed up and some missing

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Kitchen Area No Violations Noted Mop Sink No Violations Noted Womens Bathroom 258 105 CMR 451.126 Mens Bathroom 243 No Violations Noted Inmate Bathroom 244 105 CMR 451.126 Inmate Bathroom 246 Not in Use Bubbler 105 CMR 451.124 Dentists Office 105 CMR 451.126 Mop Closet 105 CMR 451.350 Exam Room 235 No Violations Noted Inmates Waiting Room 205 105 CMR 451.350 105 CMR 451.350 105 CMR 451.350 1st Floor Substance Abuse/Chapel 105 CMR 451.350 105 CMR 451.350 105 CMR 451.346 Exam Room 105 CMR 451.126 Classrooms 105 CMR 451.350 105 CMR 451.350 105 CMR 451.350 Role Call Room 105 CMR 451.350 FC 4-601.11(C) FC 4-602.12(B) Hot Water: Hot water temperature recorded at 680F Hot Water: Hot water temperature recorded at 850F

Water Supply: Insufficient water supply in quantity and pressure Hot Water: Hot water temperature recorded at 630F

Structural Maintenance: Standing water

Structural Maintenance: Water damage, floor damage, mold and musty smell Structural Maintenance: Roof leak Structural Maintenance: Wall damage

Structural Maintenance: Wall damage Structural Maintenance: Floor damage Safe Wiring: Wires hanging from the ceiling Hot Water: Hot water temperature recorded at 630F

Structural Maintenance: Floor tiles damaged Structural Maintenance: Missing ceiling tiles Structural Maintenance: Baseboard damage

Structural Maintenance: Floor damaged Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils, Objective: Non-food contact surface dirty, refrigerator Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils; Frequency: Interior of microwave oven dirty Page 11 of 22

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105 CMR 451.110(A) Control 3 105 CMR 451.350* FC 4-602.12(B) Bathroom FC 6-501.16 Metal Detector Area 105 CMR 451.110(A) 105 CMR 451.110(B) GYM BUILDING 105 CMR 451.350 Staff Bathroom

Hygiene Supplies at Toilet and Handwash Sink: No soap at handwash sink

Structural Maintenance: Damaged floor tiles Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils; Frequency: Interior of microwave oven dirty

Maintenance and Operation; Cleaning: Mop stored in wet bucket

Hygiene Supplies at Toilet and Handwash Sink: No soap at handwash sink Hygiene Supplies at Toilet and Handwash Sink: No waste receptacle at handwash sink

Structural Maintenance: Mold on some walls in gym

No Violations Noted Inmates Bathroom 105 CMR 451.110(A) 105 CMR 451.110(A) 105 CMR 451.110(A) Control Booth No Violations Noted THE TOWER 1st Floor 105 CMR 451.353* 105 CMR 451.353* 2nd Floor 105 CMR 451.123* 105 CMR 451.123* 105 CMR 451.110(A) 105 CMR 451.126 105 CMR 451.350* 105 CMR 451.350* FC 7-102.11 3rd Floor 105 CMR 451.350* 105 CMR 451.350* MODULAR VISITOR AREA Visiting No Violations Noted Bathroom 105 CMR 451.126 Hot Water: Hot water temperature recorded at 850F

Hygiene Supplies at Toilet and Handwash Sink: No soap at handwash sink Hygiene Supplies at Toilet and Handwash Sink: No paper towels at handwash sink Hygiene Supplies at Toilet and Handwash Sink: No toilet paper

Interior Maintenance: Area dirty with trash and litter on the floor Interior Maintenance: Loose wires and uncovered junction box

Maintenance: Toilet dirty Maintenance: Floor dirty Hygiene Supplies at Toilet and Handwash Sink: No paper towels at handwash sink Hot Water: Hot water temperature recorded at 700F Structural Maintenance: Wall damaged Structural Maintenance: Ceiling damaged Poisonous or Toxic Materials; Working Containers: Working containers of poisonous or toxic materials must be clearly labeled with common name

Structural Maintenance: Walls and windows leak Structural Maintenance: Wood and plaster badly damaged and rotting

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Slop Sink No Violations Noted Female Staff Bathroom 105 CMR 451.126 IP Break Room 105 CMR 451.350 FC 6-501.11 FC 4-601.11(C) Hot Water: Hot water temperature recorded at 1010F

Structural Maintenance: Wall damaged Maintenance and Operation; Repairing: Equipment not in good repair, refrigerator damaged Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils, Objective: Non-food contact surface dirty, refrigerator damaged Hot Water: Hot water temperature recorded at 820F Hygiene Supplies at Toilet and Handwash Sink: No soap at handwash sink

Officers Bathroom 105 CMR 451.126* 105 CMR 451.110(A) Receiving Waiting Area

No Violations Noted Bubbler 105 CMR 451.130* Clothing Room 105 CMR 451.350 Chemical Storage FC 6-501.16 Storage Room No Violations Noted Personal Property Storage No Violations Noted Mop Closet FC 6-501.16 Uniform Storage No Violations Noted Holding Cells 105 CMR 451.126 105 CMR 451.126 105 CMR 451.130 Staff Bathroom 105 CMR 451.126* Inmate Bathroom No Violations Noted Hot Water: Hot water temperature recorded at 720F Water Supply: No hot water supplied to handwash sink in cell 107 Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, cold water leaking in cell 107 Hot Water: Hot water temperature recorded at 860F

Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, not working

Structural Maintenance: Ceiling damage

Maintenance and Operation; Cleaning: Mop stored in bucket

Maintenance and Operation; Cleaning: Mop stored in bucket

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Shower Rooms 117 & 118 105 CMR 451.123 Lunch Room

Maintenance: Soap scum on shower wall

No Violations Noted BUILDING R 1st Floor Laundry FC 4-602.12(B) 105 CMR 451.350 Inmate Bathroom 105 CMR 451.124 Staff Bathroom No Violations Noted Janitors Room No Violations Noted Library No Violations Noted 2nd Floor Room 203 105 CMR 451.350 H BUILDING 105 CMR 451.320 105 CMR 451.343 Cells 105 CMR 451.130 105 CMR 451.102 105 CMR 451.350* Showers 105 CMR 451.123 105 CMR 451.123 105 CMR 451.123 Control Booth FC 4-602.12(B) I & J BUILDING 105 CMR 451.320 105 CMR 451.343

Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils; Frequency: Interior of microwave oven dirty Structural Maintenance: Ceiling damage

Water Supply: Insufficient water supply in quantity and pressure in 1 sink

Structural Maintenance: Ceiling tiles damaged

Cell Size: Inadequate floor space in cells Electric Fixtures in Cell: No electrical outlet in cells

Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, sink leaking in cells 110, 122 & 124 Pillows and Linens: Blanket worn in cell 149 & 153 Structural Maintenance: Windows in some cells have plastic over them

Maintenance: Soap scum on shower wall Maintenance: Baseboard damage Maintenance: Mold in some showers

Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils; Frequency: Interior of microwave oven dirty

Cell Size: Inadequate floor space in cells Electric Fixtures in Cell: No electrical outlet in cells

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I SIDE Cells 105 CMR 451.103 105 CMR 451.102 105 CMR 451.130 Showers 105 CMR 451.123 105 CMR 451.123* 105 CMR 451.123 Bubbler 105 CMR 451.123 105 CMR 451.130 J SIDE Cells 105 CMR 451.103 105 CMR 451.102 105 CMR 451.130 105 CMR 451.130 105 CMR 451.130 Showers 105 CMR 451.123* 105 CMR 451.123 Common Area FC 4-602.12(B) FC 6-501.11

Mattresses: Mattress damage in cell 207 Pillows and Linens: Worn blanket in cell 204 Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, cell 169 water running

Maintenance: Soap scum on shower wall Maintenance: Damage baseboards Maintenance: Floors damaged

Maintenance: Dirty Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, not working

Mattresses: Mattress damage in 249, 243 & 260 Pillows and Linens: Linens damaged in cell 241 & 221 Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, pipe leak outside of 239 Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, sink leaks in 280 Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, sink wont shut off in cell 271

Maintenance: Soap scum on shower wall Maintenance: Handicapped handle broken

Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils; Frequency: Interior of microwave oven dirty Maintenance and Operation; Repairing: Equipment not in good repair, 1 microwave out of order

Control Booth FC 3-501.16(B)

Limitation of Growth of Organisms, Temperature and Time Control: Refrigerator temperature recorded at 510F

K & L BUILDING 105 CMR 451.320 105 CMR 451.343 K SIDE Cells 105 CMR 451.103 105 CMR 451.102 Showers 105 CMR 451.123* 105 CMR 451.123* Bubbler 105 CMR 451.130*

Cell Size: Inadequate floor space in cells Electric Fixtures in Cell: No electrical outlet in cells

Mattresses: Mattress damage in cell 319, 294 & 293 Pillows and Linens: Linens damaged in cell 320 & 291

Maintenance: Soap scum on shower wall Maintenance: Tiles damages

Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, broken

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L SIDE Cells 105 CMR 451.103 Showers 105 CMR 451.123* 105 CMR 451.123 105 CMR 451.130 105 CMR 451.123 Bubbler 105 CMR 451.130 Common Area FC 4-602.12(B) Control Booth 105 CMR 451.130 FC 4-602.12(B) FC 4-601.11(C)

Mattresses: Mattress damage in cells 366, 346, 398, 370, 397, 390 and 389

Maintenance: Soap scum on shower wall Maintenance: Damaged baseboards Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, missing face plate on shower controls Maintenance: Mold in showers

Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, 1 missing bubbler

Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils; Frequency: Interior of microwave oven dirty

Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, sink leaking in bathroom Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils; Frequency: Interior of microwave oven dirty Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils, Objective: Non-food contact surface dirty, refrigerator

WORK RELEASE 105 CMR 451.350 105 CMR 451.353 Entrance 105 CMR 451.350 Control Booth

Structural Maintenance: Exterior of building damaged Interior Maintenance: Missing/stained ceiling tiles throughout the facility

Structural Maintenance: Metal on front door not secure

No Violations Noted Main Hallway 105 CMR 451.353 Bathroom (left) 105 CMR 451.353 105 CMR 451.353 Showers (left) No Violations Noted Bathroom (right) 105 CMR 451.353 Showers (right) No Violations Noted Staff Bathroom 105 CMR 451.350 105 CMR 451.353

Interior Maintenance: Floor tiles cracked

Interior Maintenance: Missing light shields Interior Maintenance: Urinal coming from wall

Interior Maintenance: Missing light shields

Structural Maintenance: Wall paint flaking Interior Maintenance: Missing light shields

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Laundry No Violations Noted Room 3 105 CMR 451.350 Room 7 105 CMR 451.350 Room 2 105 CMR 451.101* 105 CMR 451.350* 105 CMR 451.141* Room 12 105 CMR 451.350 Room 11 105 CMR 451.350 Room 10 105 CMR 451.350 Food Area 105 CMR 451.350 105 CMR 451.350 FC 4-501.11(A)

Structural Maintenance: Door handle loose

Structural Maintenance: Baseboards damaged

Blankets: Blanket damaged Structural Maintenance: Window loose Screens: Screen damaged/missing

Structural Maintenance: Baseboard damaged

Structural Maintenance: Baseboard damaged

Structural Maintenance: Baseboard damaged

Structural Maintenance: Wall paint flaking Structural Maintenance: Ceiling tiles damaged Maintenance and Operation, Equipment: Equipment not maintained in a state of good repair

T.V. Room FC 4-602.12(B) 105 CMR 451.350 WAREHOUSE BUILDING 105 CMR 451.350* Staff Gym 105 CMR 451.350* Womens Bathroom

Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils; Frequency: Interior of microwave oven dirty Structural Maintenance: Baseboards damaged

Structural Maintenance: Exterior of building damaged

Structural Maintenance: Wall damage

No Violations Noted Mens Bathroom 105 CMR 451.350 105 CMR 451.353 Warehouse Break Area FC 4-601.11(A) Structural Maintenance: Wall damaged by toilet Interior Maintenance: Light shield missing

Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils, Objective: Food contact surface dirty, coffee maker

Inmate Bathroom 105 CMR 451.123

Maintenance: Floor dirty

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Staff Bathroom 105 CMR 451.123 Chemical Room

Maintenance: Floor dirty

No Violations Noted Walk in Freezer FC 4-501.11(A) FC 4-204.112(A) Exterior Cooler (1) FC 4-501.11(A) FC 4-601.11(C) Exterior Freezer (2) FC 4-501.11(A)* 105 CMR 451.350 105 CMR 451.350 GARAGE Transportation Office Kitchen Area FC 4-602.12(B) FC 4-501.11(A)

Maintenance and Operation, Equipment: Equipment not maintained in a state of good repair, interior door frame damaged Design and Construction, Functionality: No functioning thermometer inside

Maintenance and Operation, Equipment: Equipment not maintained in a state of good repair, fans not functioning properly Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils, Objective: Non-food contact surface dirty, milk spilled on the floor, rotten smell Maintenance and Operation, Equipment: Equipment not maintained in a state of good repair, base damaged on exterior and interior Structural Maintenance: Water leaks in from the exterior Structural Maintenance: Damaged baseboards

Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils; Frequency: Interior of microwave oven dirty Maintenance and Operation, Equipment: Equipment not maintained in a state of good repair, microwave broken

Inmate Bathroom 105 CMR 451.350 Staff Bathroom

Structural Maintenance: Ceiling tiles damaged/missing

No Violations Noted Bays FC 6-501.16 CMR 451.353 Boiler Room 105 CMR 451.350 105 CMR 451.353 MSF 105 CMR 451.320* C Floor Not In Use Stairway between C& B floors 105 CMR 451.350 Structural Maintenance: Ceiling damaged

Maintenance and Operation; Cleaning: Mop stored in wet bucket Interior Maintenance: CO2 tanks not secure

Structural Maintenance: Floor damage Interior Maintenance: Light shields missing

Cell Size: Inadequate floor space in cells

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B Floor Porch Not in Use Bathroom 105 CMR 451.126 105 CMR 451.141 105 CMR 451.130 Room 10 105 CMR 451.141 Room 2 105 CMR 451.353 Room 1 105 CMR 451.353 Room 26 105 CMR 451.141 Room 20 105 CMR 451.103 T.V Room 105 CMR 451.350 Slop Sink Area 105 CMR 451.353 A Floor Porch Not in Use Office FC 3-501.16(B) Hot Water: Hot water temperature recorded at 1020F Screens: Screen damaged/missing Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, faucet broken

Screens: Screen damaged/missing

Interior Maintenance: Missing light shield

Interior Maintenance: Missing light shield

Screens: Screen damaged/missing

Mattresses: Mattress damage

Structural Maintenance: Holes in ceiling

Interior Maintenance: Light cover missing

Limitation of Growth of Organisms, Temperature and Time Control: Refrigerator temperature recorded at 460F

Staff Female Bathroom No Violations Noted Staff Locker Room No Violations Noted Inmate Bathroom Under Construction Infirmary No Violations Noted Room 6 105 CMR 451.353

Interior Maintenance: Light shield missing

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Break Room 105 CMR 451.130 Chemical Closet FC 6-501.16 Slop Sink Room 105 CMR 451.350 Basement Chow Area 105 CMR 451.350 105 CMR 451.350 105 CMR 451.353 Gym 105 CMR 451.353 105 CMR 451.353 Kitchen

Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, slop sink doesnt work

Maintenance and Operation; Cleaning: Mop stored in bucket

Structural Maintenance: No light switch

Structural Maintenance: Ceiling damaged Structural Maintenance: Door frame damaged Interior Maintenance: Light shields missing

Interior Maintenance: Exposed wiring near electrical box Interior Maintenance: Light shields missing

Not in Use Dish Room Not in Use Food Prep Not in Use Laundry Room 105 CMR 451.350 105 CMR 451.350 Boiler Room 105 CMR 451.350 MSF AANNEX 105 CMR 451.320 Control Booth FC 4-602.12(B) Female Staff Bathroom No Violations Noted Male Staff Bathroom 105 CMR 451.353 FC 3-305.12(I)* Chemical Cage FC 6-501.16 Food Area 105 CMR 451.350

Structural Maintenance: Hole in wall to the exterior Structural Maintenance: Hole in ceiling

Structural Maintenance: Ceiling damaged

Cell Size: Inadequate floor space in cells

Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils; Frequency: Interior of microwave oven dirty

Interior Maintenance: Missing light shields Preventing Contamination from Premises: Refrigerator and microwave stored here

Maintenance and Operation; Cleaning: Mop stored in wet bucket

Structural Maintenance: Floor damaged

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FC 6-501.11 FC 4-204.112(A) FC 4-501.11(A) FC 4-501.11(A) 105 CMR 451.353 FC 4-903.11(A)

Maintenance and Operation; Repairing: Equipment not in good repair, refrigerator gaskets damaged Design and Construction, Functionality: No functioning thermometer in refrigerator Maintenance and Operation, Equipment: Equipment not maintained in a state of good repair, seats broken Maintenance and Operation, Equipment: Equipment not maintained in a state of good repair, table that microwave is on is damaged Interior Maintenance: Floor drain damaged Protection of Clean Items, Storing: Clean/single-use articles not stored in an appropriate location, uncovered silverware

Shower Area 105 CMR 451.140 105 CMR 451.123 105 CMR 451.130 Toilet Area 105 CMR 451.110(B) 105 CMR 451.130 105 CMR 451.353 Sink Area 105 CMR 451.130 105 CMR 451.124 Bubbler 105 CMR 451.124 105 CMR 451.353 Medical 105 CMR 451.110(B) Bed 97 105 CMR 451.101 Beds 58, 53, 80, 11 105 CMR 451.103 Laundry Room

Adequate Ventilation: Inadequate ventilation, damaged ceiling tiles Maintenance: Soap scum on shower wall Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, one shower out of order

Hygiene Supplies at Toilet and Handwash Sink: No waste receptacle at handwash sink Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, one toilet out of order Interior Maintenance: Vents dusty

Plumbing: Plumbing not maintained in good repair, 1 sink not functioning Water Supply: Insufficient water supply in quantity and pressure at sink 7

Water Supply: Insufficient water supply in quantity and pressure Interior Maintenance: Cracked faceplate on outlet near bubbler

Hygiene Supplies at Toilet and Handwash Sink: No waste receptacle at handwash sink

Blankets: Blanket damaged

Mattresses: Mattress damage

No Violations Noted Observations and Recommendations Additional handwash sinks are recommended in the kitchen area Recommend soap dish holders in showers in buildings H through L This facility does not comply with the Departments Regulations cited above. In accordance with 105 CMR 451.404, please indicate next to each entry on the inspection report a plan of correction. Said plan of correction must be submitted within 10 days and should detail the specific steps that will be taken and the date of expected compliance. The plan of correction should be submitted to my attention, at the address listed above. To review the specific regulatory requirements or download a copy of 105 CMR 451.000; 105 CMR 480.000 and 105 CMR 205.000 please visit our website at www.mass.gov/dph/dcs and click on "Community Sanitation Regulations" (available in both PDF and RTF formats).

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To review the Food Establishment regulations or download a copy, please visit the Food Protection website at www.mass.gov/dph/fpp and click on Food Protection Regulations. Then under Retail click 105 CMR 590.000 State Sanitary Code Chapter X Minimum Sanitation Standards for Food Establishments and 1999 Food Code. For an electronic copy of the inspection report or if you have any questions, feel free to contact me at 508-792-7880, ext 2322, or via email at amy.m.riordan@state.ma.us. This inspection report is signed and certified under the pains and penalties of perjury. Sincerely,

Amy Riordan Environmental Health Inspector, CSP, BEH

cc:

Suzanne K. Condon, Associate Commissioner, Director, BEH Steven Hughes, Director, CSP, BEH JudyAnn Bigby, MD, Secretary, Executive Office of Health and Human Services Harold W. Clarke, Commissioner, DOC Pat Phelan, EHSO West Boylston Board of Health Clerk, Massachusetts House of Representatives Clerk, Massachusetts Senate Kevin M. Burke, EOPS

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