Avana Sushi
PASSWednesday, September 10, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Violations Cited
590.004/4-501.114-P
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
At low temp dish machine ran machine twice and no sanitizer could be detected on testing strips. Repair machine to properly sanitize dishes. 8/25/25: On compliance visit the low temperature dish machine was run three times and no cholorine was detected by test strips. Repair or replace unit so that it sanitizes wares. PIC states location did purchase a bucket of new sanitizer and it was witnessed in use but there was still no sanitizer detected on the test strips. Repair the machine so it is sanitizing equipment properly (Three bay sink was set up properly and sanitizer tested at 100ppm in the sink so equipment can be washed rinsed and sanitized)
Why This Matters
INEFFECTIVE SANITIZATION: Below 50ppm chlorine or 200ppm quat, bacteria survive on 'clean' dishes. Above 200ppm chlorine leaves toxic residue causing chemical burns, nausea. 70% of restaurant outbreaks linked to improper sanitization.
Code Requirements
Maintain sanitizer at: Chlorine 50-100ppm, Quaternary Ammonium 200-400ppm, Iodine 12.5-25ppm. Test every 2 hours with test strips. Change solution when cloudy/dirty. Train all staff on mixing procedures.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
PIC present a vomit cleanup kit but has no procedures at location. Will provide procedures as discussed. 8/25/25: On compliance visit location lacks written procedures. Print and follow procedures provided in email or devlop procedures for cleaning an accident.
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. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Pipe leading from AC unit in sushi prep area has pipe leading and draining into hand sink. Hand washing sinks cannot be used for anything else but hand washing redirect the drain pipe.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Clean and sanitize floors in back of house of heavy soils / clean and sanitize back of house freezers interiors and exteiors of heavy soils / clean and sanitize all fridge units exteriors and interiors / clean and sanitize hoods filters fryer cabinet interior and exterior and floors of fryolater station / clean and sanitize floors of warewashing area / clean and sanitize top of low temp dish machine
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.
590.005/5-501.116-C
Cleaning Receptacles (C)
Grease container outside of restaurant has excessive grease buildup. Clean and sanitize.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-501.17-C
Toilet Room Receptacle Covered (C)
Provide covered waste receptacle in women's room.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-304.11-C
Mechanical-Ventilation (C)
Intake vents in men's and women's room not working replace or repair.
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.