Did AMC South Bay 12 (Concession) pass their Boston health inspection?

AMC South Bay 12 (Concession) passed their inspection on March 24, 2022.

Where is AMC South Bay 12 (Concession) located?

AMC South Bay 12 (Concession) is located at 21 DISTRICT AV, Boston, MA.

AMC South Bay 12 (Concession)

Q: What critical health violations were found at AMC South Bay 12 (Concession)?

Critical violation: (A)(1) 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

Thursday, March 24, 2022 at 7:45 PM

Address

21 DISTRICT AV

Dorchester, MA 02125

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P1

✓ Corrected

(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Cheese Sauce in both hot holding units were 110F and in front unit 103F- Remove and Reheat to 135F then keep held hot for 135F or above. PIC states it was in unit for 40 minutes remove to reheat to proper 135F.

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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