Brother's Supermarket
FAILThursday, May 15, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Violations Cited
590.005/5-202.13-P
Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)
Air gap under the prep sink was not installed properly. Provide proper air gap.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Observed chicken being stored over the meat in the walk in cooler. Ensure staff is trained on proper storage of the meats. Remove chicken from the top shelf and place on bottom or in it own section. Clean walls in the walk in cooler to remove blood.
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.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Remove all soda racks in the hallway. PIC removed most of them. Still a few left. Remove.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-301.13-C
Drain boards (C)
Provide proper means to dry all sanitized equipment at 3 bay sink. Drain boards drying racks.
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.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
All walls in the food production and warewash area need to be smooth cleanable and durable. Provide smooth walls All flooring needs to be smooth cleanable and durable. Provide Pipe on the wall in the produce area needs to be enclosed.
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Provide door sweep to the front door. Ensure no daylight is coming through to prevent pest from entering the store.
Why This Matters
PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.
Code Requirements
Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.