Did AFC Sushi @ Shaws No. 3696 pass their Boston health inspection?

AFC Sushi @ Shaws No. 3696 passed their inspection on December 2, 2019.

Where is AFC Sushi @ Shaws No. 3696 located?

AFC Sushi @ Shaws No. 3696 is located at 50 CAUSEWAY ST, Boston, MA.

AFC Sushi @ Shaws No. 3696

Q: What critical health violations were found at AFC Sushi @ Shaws No. 3696?

Critical violation: (A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P). RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

PASS

Monday, December 2, 2019 at 3:56 PM

Address

50 CAUSEWAY ST

West End, MA 02114

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P

✓ Corrected

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Several prepackaged sushi plate 44F to 45F PIC remove opened package returned to freeze to reduce temperature. Sushi must maintain cold below 41F

Why This Matters

RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

Code Requirements

Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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