Banh Mi Oi
FAILTuesday, February 18, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.14-P
Cooling (P)
Witnessed staff cooking meat on the grill and then put cooked meat into a zip lock bag to put into refrigerator. Please review with all staff how to properly cool before storage.
Why This Matters
TOXIN FORMATION: Clostridium perfringens spores survive cooking and germinate during slow cooling. Produce toxin that causes violent illness. Responsible for 1 million illnesses annually. Large batches can take 24+ hours to cool unsafely.
Code Requirements
Cool rapidly using: Shallow pans (2 inches max), Ice baths with stirring, Blast chiller, Cut large items into portions, Add ice as ingredient. NEVER cool at room temp. NEVER stack hot containers. Monitor with thermometer. Document cooling times.
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
At time of inspection found containers of frozen meats and thawing meats in loose fitting contains to be delivered to the other location in Foxborough. PIC is ok to do this to one other location but will need to properly package foods and get coolers or equipoment to keep the food at or below 41F.
Why This Matters
Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Hand sink next to three bay sink was blocked with equipment in the sink. Please review with staff not to block the hand sink at any point.
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.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
In kitchen found droppings behind small freezer next to cook line and on electrical equipment on the wall behind the same freezer. Along the wall in the basement found droppings also. Please clean all areas and inform your pest control. Please email me the last two pest control reports.
Why This Matters
SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.
Code Requirements
IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
PIC will need to renew the Allergen Certificate. The one posted expired. Food Safety expires 6-2025
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(C). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
PIC will need to clean the hood filters and have the hood cleaned. Hood sticker expired in Jan 2025
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.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
As discussed with PIC the floors along the walls in the basement behind equipment will need to be cleaned and also in the kitchen behind refrigeration equipment.
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