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Burger King

FAIL

Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at 5:36 PM

Address
1204 DORCHESTER AVE
Dorchester, MA 02125
Category
FT
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
26 inspections
9 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 41-7-101.11

Toxic Items: Original Container

Cans of paint stored under shelves where boxes of sodas are stored. Discontinue and store separately.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 41.7.101
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

2 Boxes of apple pies and a box of dessert frosting stored on the ground of the freezer. Discontinue and store elevated at least 6 inches off the ground.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 08.3.305
• MINOR 29-5-201/02.11

Installed and Maintained

Faucet in mop sink area leaking. Repair.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 29.5.201
• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Improper Maintenance of Floors

clean the floor under between and around all euipment. 2) clean the floor in the paper goods storage room.

Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RESERVOIR: Damaged floors harbor bacteria in cracks. Standing water breeds Listeria, Pseudomonas. Broken tiles create pest harborage. Floor contamination spreads via shoes, equipment wheels, and dropped items. CDC found floor drains positive for Listeria in 40% of retail delis.

Code Requirements

Floors must be: Smooth and non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains (1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot); Coving at wall junctures sealed; No cracks, holes, or missing tiles; Grout intact and sealed; Cleaned daily or more frequently; Dry except when cleaning.

Corrective Actions

Schedule floor repairs within 30 days; Seal all cracks immediately with approved sealant; Improve drainage to eliminate standing water; Increase cleaning frequency; Replace missing tiles; Re-grout as needed; Remove any carpeting from food areas

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(A) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department