B.U. George Sherman Union
PASSTuesday, April 8, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Violations Cited
590.005/5-402.11-P
Backflow Prevention (P)
A spray arm was submerged under water in a tilt skillet during the process of defrosting raw fish- There is no visible backflow preventor on the spray arm in use Discontinue this process
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(B)/2-102.11-PF
(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)
Priority violations noted on inspection report Review proper procedures with staff
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(B). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.002/2-402.11-C
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Numerous employees in food service areas with facial hair and no beard guards- Corrected on site
Why This Matters
CONTAMINATION RISK: Average person sheds 50-100 hairs daily. Each hair can carry up to 1 million bacteria. Staphylococcus aureus from hair causes rapid food poisoning (1-6 hours) with severe nausea, vomiting, and cramps. Cannot be killed by reheating once toxin forms.
Code Requirements
All staff handling food MUST wear: hairnets, caps, or effective hair restraints covering all hair; beard nets for facial hair over 1/4 inch; no loose hair touching shoulders. Provide hair restraints for all staff immediately.
590.003/3-501.13-C
Thawing (C)
During the inspection a large amount of packaged raw chicken skewers were observed in the tilt skillet defrosting in water. The packaging on each product had been cut and the packs were filled with water that could not be verified at potable water Proper thawing procedures shall be reviewed with all staff Pic voluntarily discarded and denatured all the product in question at the time of the inspection
Why This Matters
SURFACE CONTAMINATION: Room temperature thawing allows surface to reach 70°F+ while interior frozen. Bacteria multiply 7-fold every hour. Creates perfect conditions for Salmonella, Campylobacter growth. Major factor in poultry-related illnesses.
Code Requirements
Approved thawing methods ONLY: Under refrigeration (best), Under cold running water (70°F) in sink, In microwave if cooking immediately, As part of cooking process. NEVER at room temperature. Plan ahead for slow thawing.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Small area of ceiling in Rhetts with damage- repair
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 food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.