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Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at 4:28 PM

Address
856 DORCHESTER AV
Dorchester, MA 02125
Category
FT
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 2 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
33 inspections
8 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P
✓ Corrected

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Ground Beef inside of reach in was 84F- PIC stated placed inside after cooking - Remove and place on Ice to cool properly. Corrected on site

Why This Matters

RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

Code Requirements

Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.007/7-207.11-P
✓ Corrected

Restriction and Storage-Medicines (P)

Old Medication and Vitamins on prep table- Discontinue storing medicine in food prep areas - PIC corrected on site

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.007. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007 | FDA Code: Section 7
⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-501.15-PF
✓ Corrected

(A )Cooling Methods (Pf)

No Proper Cooling methods implemented. Staff cooling 3 large hotels pans of Shredded Chicken sitting out in ambient air. Cool using proper cooling methods Chicken was 110F-104F . PIC Corrected onsite place chicken and beef on Ice bath.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.003/3-304.12-C
✓ Corrected

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

In use knives stored on paper bags- Discontinue storing knives on paper bag- If in use store inside of NSF approved container in hot water 135F or above.

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 590.003/3-601.11-C
✓ Corrected

Standards of Identity (C)

Squeeze Bottles not labeled- Label all squeeze bottles with common name of product.

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
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