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Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at 3:19 PM

Address
1033 COMMONWEALTH AV
Allston, MA 02134
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 2 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
24 inspections
9 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-101.11-P
✓ Corrected

Safe Unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P)

Some food items at cooking line have been contaminated with chemical from ansul system discharge. Identify and separated those food products for the condemnation.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.014/SummaryS-P
✓ Corrected

uspension of Permit / Emergency Closure without a Prior Hearing (P)

Imminent health hazard- Fire in cooking line causing ansul system to discharge along cooking line. Several equipments utensils and some food products affected. Must reset and recharge ansul system and reset fire alarm. Must clean and sanitize with a licensed company all affected areas.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.014. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.014 | FDA Code: Section SummaryS
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-601.11-PF
✓ Corrected

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

Several cutting boards and other food contact equipment soiled with chemicals from ansul system discharge. Clean and sanitize properly.

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
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C
✓ Corrected

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Exterior of several equipment in cooking line and refrigerating units soiled with ansul system chemical. Clean and sanitize 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
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.12-C
✓ Corrected

Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)

Floors and walls at cooking line and area nearby soiled with chemical from ansul system discharge. Clean and sanitize properly.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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