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AMERICA'S FOOD BASKET

FAIL

Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at 1:28 PM

Address
576 WASHINGTON ST
Dorchester, MA 02124
Category
RF
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
74 inspections
34 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 01-3-101/701.11

Spoilage Unsafe Food

AT INSPECTION -found 3 packages-SMOKED PIG TAILS with sell by dates of 4-28-12-passed sell by date -removed from display---CHECK dates daily-

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 01.3.101
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

BASEMENT -do not store any products under the waste drain pipes -

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 08.3.305
• MINOR 32-6-301.11-02.11

Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

POST signs in restrooms to read= EMPLOYEES MUST WASH HANDS BEFORE RETURNING TO WORK-

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
• MINOR 36-6-201.11

Floors Designed Constructed Installed

BASEMENT- floor in walk-in freezer does not meet code -floor is unfinished plywood- must be SMOOTH-NON ABSORBENT-DURABILE-& EASY TO CLEAN

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean

FDA Code: Section 36.6.201
• MINOR 42-6-501.113/.114

Premises Maintained

BASEMENT -for proper cleaning & " pest " control -move all items off the walls at least 12 inches -this allows the pest control co. accsess along the walls where rodents travel-

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 42.6.501
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