Berkshire Farms Market A
FAILThursday, June 9, 2022 at 4:21 PM
Address
500 TERMINAL RD
East Boston, MA 02128
Category
FT
Violations
1 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
17 inspections
8 failures
Violations Cited
⚠️ CRITICAL
590.004/4-703.11-P
Hot Water and Chemical-Methods (P)
Sanitizer not registering at bar glass machine / Unit will be taken out of service and disposable cups will be used. Utensils and pizza pans can go through the 3 bay per usual.
Why This Matters
CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Skipping steps leaves bacteria and food residue on 'clean' dishes. Studies show improper warewashing spreads bacteria to 73% of dishes. Major cause of Norovirus outbreaks affecting hundreds.
Code Requirements
Follow 5-step process: 1) Scrape/pre-rinse, 2) Wash in 110°F water with detergent, 3) Rinse in clean water, 4) Sanitize for 30 seconds minimum, 5) Air dry (no towel drying). Post procedure at sink. Train all staff.
Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4