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C-Mart Herald Street

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Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 7:31 PM

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

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
✓ Corrected

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Observed customers using thongs to reach into the fish tanks to remove fish crabs lobsters. Discontinue self service. Observed raw shell fish being stored in front of the fish cases for customers to self serve. Discontinue and ensure that there is no self service of seafood. Observed lobster tank filed to the top with lobsters . Ensure enough water and not to over stock tanks with to many lobsters

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(D) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-601.11-PF
✓ Corrected

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

Observed soiled glass on the interior and exterior of the meat case. Clean/sanitize glass. Observed mopsink that is located next to a 3 bay sink under the stairls not fully enclosed. Provide a fully enclosed mopsink.

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 590.003/3-304.12-C
✓ Corrected

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Observed utensils being stored on the fish filter storage rack. Provide proper storage of the utensils.

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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.003/3-304.14-C
✓ Corrected

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Observed wiping cloths being stored on the counters. Provide proper storage of the wiping clothes.

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 safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-204.112-C

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

No conspicuous thermometers inside the meat case. Provide thermometers inside the meat case.

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 temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.004/4-501.12-C
✓ Corrected

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Observed worn/scored cuttting boards in the fish department. Replace cutting boards.

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 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Observed frost build up inside the meat case at the meat deli. Defrost. Observed debris on the air vents inside the open refrigeration cases. Clean to ensure proper air flow. Observed heavy soil build up on the top vents of the open refrigeration cases located on the back wall and the side wall near the meat department. Clean or replace to ensure proper air flow.

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 590.005/5-205.15-C
✓ Corrected

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Obseved a plastic bag wrapped around the 3 bay sink faucet located in the meat department. Repair faucet and remove plastic bag.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Observed multiple stained ceiling tiles throughout the store. Replace/repair ceiling tiles Observed debris inside the light shields located on the ceiling. Clean to remove debris. Observed mold-like substance on the ceiling located in the meat deli area. Observed multiple ceiling tiles located in the fish and meat department that are not smooth cleanable durable. Replace ceiling tiles.

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

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