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Abyssinia Market

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Friday, February 10, 2017 at 8:17 PM

Address
1127 HARRISON AV
Roxbury, MA 02119
Category
RF
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 2 critical
Facility History
25 inspections
10 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 01-3-602.11 B2

Labeling of Ingredients

provide proper labels for all pre-packaged foods with ingredients

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 01.3.602
⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-103.11

PIC Performing Duties

discontinue re-packaging bulk food bags into smaller units/store does not have handsink warewashing sinks/store can only sell packaged food items bought from wholesale company

Why This Matters

EXTREME RISK: Without active management, ALL five CDC risk factors go unchecked. Studies show restaurants without certified managers have 2.5 times more critical violations. Lack of supervision leads to: temperature abuse (bacteria double every 20 minutes), cross-contamination spreading pathogens, sick employees working with food, improper cooking allowing pathogen survival. This single violation enables conditions for major outbreaks.

Code Requirements

PIC MUST: Be present during ALL operating hours; Hold valid food safety certification; Actively monitor employee health and hygiene; Ensure proper cooking, cooling, and holding temperatures; Verify foods from approved sources; Monitor handwashing compliance; Ensure equipment properly sanitized; Take immediate corrective actions for violations; Demonstrate knowledge to health inspector; Train and supervise all food employees.

Corrective Actions

IMMEDIATE: Designate qualified PIC immediately; If no certified manager available, cease operations; Implement active managerial control system; Create monitoring logs for all CDC risk factors; Retrain management on responsibilities; Post PIC duties checklist

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(B) | FDA Code: Section 2-103.11
• MINOR 32-6-301.11-02.11

Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

restroom/clean tpoilet/provide covered waste receptacle and liquid soap

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 32.6.301
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