Boston Park Plaza Employee Cafeteria(3rdFl)
PASSFriday, January 20, 2023 at 8:14 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Multiple products on cold holding line in employee cafeteria at temperatures of 46F-47F Products were placed on the line less than 1 hour prior to the inspection Products were removed and placed in refrigeration at 39F to cool Additional unit on the line that is working properly is cold holding productsat 40F Establishment is adding ice to an inoperable hold holding unit to cold hold
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.
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
One of the 2 cold holding service units in the employee cafeteria is not properly operating. The establishmnet is adding ice to the unit to cold hold- Products are not properly being held below 41F in this area Unit shall be repaired or replaced to ensure that products are properly held below 41F
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.