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BRIGHTON CAFE

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Friday, June 28, 2024 at 3:30 PM

Address
1597 COMMONWEALTH AV
Brighton, MA 02135
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
48 inspections
18 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003(C)/3-301.11-P

Preventing Contamination from Hands (P)

Observed an employee handling raw tomato and lettuce with a bare and for use in a sandwich that was being prepared. The product was voluntarily discarded the employee washed his hands and put on clean gloves Review glove use policy with all employees

Why This Matters

Inadequate handwashing is a leading cause of foodborne illness transmission

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003(C). Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(C) | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Evidence of pest activity at the establishment Numerous cage traps set up- per the staff they are to catch rodents that have been observed There was no pest control reports available at this time for review Routine pest control shall be done at the establishment- Provide an updated detailed pest control report from a licensed pest control company

Why This Matters

SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.

Code Requirements

IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Areas along the floors in some areas behind shelving and equipment with soils- Clean properly

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
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