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BILLY TSE RESTAURANT

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Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 4:31 PM

Address
240 COMMERCIAL ST
North End, MA 02109
Category
FS
Violations
9 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
17 inspections
9 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003(A)/3-201.11-P

Compliance with Food Law (P)

Several products used to cook foods with purchased from " retail stores that are not wholesalets - discontinue

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(A) | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

No one on site to trasnslate food safety questionss and concerns with at this time - ensure there is a PIC at all times of operation as discussed

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(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(D) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.005/5-204.11-PF

Handwashing Sinks-Location and Placement (Pf)

Remove all soiled pots and pans lying on top of the designated hand sink - keep clean and accessible during all hours of operation including ti es of preperation before opening up for business

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.003/3-302.15-C

Washing Fruits and Vegetables (C)

Remove the compromised chemical dispenser to wash vegetables and stay with plain water - missing the proper PH strips on site

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.003/3-304.13-C

Linens and Napkins Use Limitations (C)

Set up the sanitizer accordingly

Why This Matters

SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Linens can contain 100,000+ bacteria per square inch after just 1 hour of use. Direct contact with ready-to-eat foods like strawberries transfers pathogens directly to food that won't be cooked to kill bacteria. This is a DIRECT path to foodborne illness.

Code Requirements

STOP using linens on ready-to-eat foods immediately. Use only: single-use paper towels, disposable gloves changed hourly, or dedicated food-contact safe materials. Strawberries and other ready-to-eat items must be handled with gloves or utensils ONLY.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.003/3-305.11-C

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Keep all foods elevaated off the floors as discussed including the walk-in unit

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-202.18-C

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Remove vents that have heavy grease and grime to soak overnight in bleach as discussed to assist in removing stains

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.006/6-101.11-C

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Clean all areas underneath and behind the cooking line equipment to remove older food spills stains and soils

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-301.14-C

Handwashing Signage (C)

Post " Hand Washing Only " signage where needed

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 personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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