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C-Mart Herald Street

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Wednesday, February 10, 2016 at 7:38 PM

Address
50 HERALD ST
South End, MA 02118
Category
RF
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
82 inspections
44 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 08-3-302.11/3-304.11

Separation Segregation Cross Contamination

no barrier at fish counter for scallops and shrimp customers able to serve themnselves discontinue

Why This Matters

Cross-contamination can spread dangerous pathogens throughout the facility

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 08.3.302
⚠ MAJOR 02-3-201.11F

Safe Food Handeling Instructions

all packaged meats in store without sfae food handling instructions supply labels

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 02.3.201
• MINOR 37-6-201.11

Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed

ceiling tiles with water stains and missing in customer aisles replace

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

FDA Code: Section 37.6.201
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

1) columns in produce with heavy soils clean to remove 2) columns in aisle 2 with broken dry wall and in disrepair repair

Why This Matters

OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION: Peeling paint and debris fall into food. Condensation on ceilings drips bacteria onto prep surfaces. Studies found ceiling tiles harbor Bacillus cereus spores. Restaurant ceiling collapse contaminated food service for 200 guests.

Code Requirements

Walls/ceilings must be: Smooth and washable in food areas; Light-colored for easy soil detection; Free of holes, cracks, peeling paint; Sealed at all joints and attachments; Clean and free of grease, dust, cobwebs; Non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture.

Corrective Actions

Repair all holes within 14 days; Repaint with washable paint; Replace damaged ceiling tiles; Seal all penetrations; Clean walls and ceilings monthly; Fix any leaks immediately; Install FRP panels in splash zones

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(B) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
• MINOR 42-6-501.113/.114

Premises Maintained

snow blower stored in back stock room of store remove and store outside

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 42.6.501
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department