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Friday, November 17, 2023 at 7:27 PM

Address
539 WASHINGTON ST
Chinatown, MA 02111
Category
FT
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 3 major
Facility History
18 inspections
3 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.007/7-204.11-P
✓ Corrected

Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)

Quats spray bottle testing at over 500ppm. Spray used for sanitizing bar surfaces- not food contact. Discarded by PIC. Ensure staff are trained to properly dilute sanitizer. PIC replaced bottles with RTU bottles.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.007. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007 | FDA Code: Section 7
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-302.14-PF
✓ Corrected

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

No sanitizer test strips for Quats tablets at three compartment sink. Provide test strips.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-601.11-PF
✓ Corrected

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Soda gun holders with soil build-up and residue. Clean and maintain to prevent contamination. PIC stated new holders are on order.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
⚠ MAJOR 590.007/7-102.11-PF
✓ Corrected

Common Name-Working Containers (Pf)

Unlabeled chemical spray bottles at service bars. Clearly label chemical containers to prevent contamination. Corrected on site.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.007. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007 | FDA Code: Section 7
• MINOR 590.004/4-603.14-C
✓ Corrected

Wet Cleaning (C)

No drain plugs for three compartment sink. Provide drain plugs for effective washing/sanitizing of equipment.

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 cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
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