Cafe Lava & Bento
PASS W/ CONDITIONSWednesday, July 16, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Violations Cited
590.004/4-702.11-P
Before Use After Cleaning (P)
Equipment and pans observed washed but not sanitized. Review 3 compartment sink washing and sanitizing procedures with staff to prevent contamination.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
No test strips for chemical sanitizer. Provide test strips for either quats or chlorine sanitizer.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Hand sink at sandwich station blocked by refrigerator. Keeo hand sinks clear and available at all times. Corrected on site.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.002/2-402.11-C
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Food handler without hair restraint. Provide hat or hairnets.
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.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Soils under dump sink in cabinet. Clean and maintain.
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.
590.005/5-205.15-C
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Leak under dump sink at service line. Repair as needed.
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.