Blaze Pizza
PASSFriday, July 29, 2022 at 1:06 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Prepared products in open air refrigeration at 48F-51F.Products included pineapple olives and cut tomatoes. Ensure products are held at 41F or below before placing out for service. Removed and placed in the walk in. 07/26/22 All products on the top of the open air refrigeration at the pizza station at temperatures of 49F- 54F for an undetermined amount of time. Voluntarily discarded and denatured by PIC
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.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
PIC must properly monitor food and refrigeration temperatures
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.
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Open air refrigeration unit at the pizza station 58F at the time of the inspection. Pooled water is visible behind unit. All foods on the top of the unit documented and voluntarily discarded. Foods in lower refrigeration for less than 2 hours removed and placed in walkin at 38F
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.