BOSTON & MAINE FISH CO.
FAILWednesday, December 4, 2024 at 4:33 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.14-P
Cooling (P)
Chowder @ 46f ensure proper cooling od cooked and cooled products. Manager instructed employee to reheat products to 165f
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.