AL'S CAFÉ
PASS W/ CONDITIONSThursday, October 20, 2022 at 5:40 PM
Violations Cited
590.002/2-301.12-P
Cleaning Procedure (P)
No evidence of employee handwashing at the time of inspection. Retrain staff.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-502.12-P
Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Required Use (P)
Two missing drain plugs for three comp sink. Establishment shall use disposables until drain plugs can be provided to properly sanitize equipment.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
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.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Repeat violations cited. Provide active managerial control.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-303.11-PF
Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)
Three compartment sink is not setup properly. Provide wash/rinse/sanitizer waters proper concentration and temperature.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
No handsoap at handsink. COS.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.002/2-402.11-C
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Food worker without hair restraint. Provide.
Why This Matters
CONTAMINATION RISK: Average person sheds 50-100 hairs daily. Each hair can carry up to 1 million bacteria. Staphylococcus aureus from hair causes rapid food poisoning (1-6 hours) with severe nausea, vomiting, and cramps. Cannot be killed by reheating once toxin forms.
Code Requirements
All staff handling food MUST wear: hairnets, caps, or effective hair restraints covering all hair; beard nets for facial hair over 1/4 inch; no loose hair touching shoulders. Provide hair restraints for all staff immediately.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Door open. Maintain closed or provide pest proof screen door .
Why This Matters
PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.
Code Requirements
Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.
L1
No allergen certificate on site. Provide
Why This Matters
Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected
Code Requirements
Must comply with all applicable food code requirements