Across The Border & Vegan and Vegetarian
FAILThursday, January 12, 2023 at 4:15 PM
Violations Cited
590.005/5-205.15-P
System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Strong sewage smell emiting from 3 bay sink bins - have plumber check for sewage back up.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Owner stated that the hot holding unit on site (161F) to hot hold proteins will be removed and replaced. Does not have replacement units to be used on site to view.
Why This Matters
Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-204.11-PF
Handwashing Sinks-Location and Placement (Pf)
Only one handsink provide in space located in back area by restroom. This handsink location is not convenient to cooking food prep food dispensing areas- Install additional handsink.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-204.112-C
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
No refrigeration (cold holding) thermometers - Please provide in each unit. I took temperatures with my thermometer. 2 door tall Everest Unit 41.9F/American refrigerator reac in unit 37F
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 temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-301.13-C
Drain boards (C)
No drainboards on either side of 3 bay sink. Need area to store soiled equipment - Provide
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.
590.004/4-301.14-C
Ventilation Hood Systems Adequacy (C)
Exhaust on hood vent over cooking line not working properly - Ensure ventilation is operational and sufficient for capacity -
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.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Shelving racks on commercial freezer in back area are rusty - Clean to remove or replace racks
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.
590.005/5-203.13-C
Service Sink (C)
No mop sink on premisis. If space does not allow you may request a variance to be allowed to dispose of soiled mop water in toilet.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-501.17-C
Toilet Room Receptacle Covered (C)
No covered trash receptical in restroom for sanitary waste - Provide
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-304.11-C
Mechanical-Ventilation (C)
Ventilation in restroom not working properly - Repair or replace
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.007/7-209.11-C
Storage-Other Personal Care Items (C)
No area for employee personal items - Provide
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.007. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.