Ashmont Food Mart
PASSWednesday, February 15, 2023 at 3:19 PM
Violations Cited
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
Compliance with Food Law (P)
Cooked beef and chicken Pastelitos being prepared from a private home. Discontinue all sales from a private home.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003(A). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Cooked chicken and beef Pastelitos observed being left out at room temperature. Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. Pastelitos removed at the time of the insepction.
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.
590.004/4-301.12-PF
Manual Warewashing Sink Compartment Requirements (Pf)
At the time of the inspection there were only 2 operational drain plugs. Address and provide all 3 in order to properly wash rinse and sanitize all equipment
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 food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Blue coffin style ice cream freezer with excess frost buyild-up. Defrost and clean to remove.
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.
590.006/6-202.11-C
Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)
Several lights in the back hallway over dry goods with no shield. Provide.
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.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Outside dumpster/trash area with excess cardboard and debris. Clean to remove and ensure outside area is maintained clean and from any excess debris.
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.