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Monday, May 19, 2025 at 3:45 PM

Address
450 MASSACHUSETTS AV
South End, MA 02118
Category
FT
Violations
2 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
6 inspections
2 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-601.11-PF
✓ Corrected

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

Observed soiled knives / cutting board at sandwich station and mold-like substances inside ice machine. Discussed with PIC to ensure sanitizer is being used to clean all knives / cutting boards after each use and clean to remove mold-like substances in ice machine

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 590.003/3-302.12-C
✓ Corrected

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Observed squeeze bottles / bulk containers stored unidentified. Provide a label with the common name of food items stored inside.

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
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