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Thursday, August 10, 2023 at 3:14 PM

Address
699 WM T MORRISSEY BL
Dorchester, MA 02122
Category
FS
Violations
9 total
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
78 inspections
37 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.11-PF
✓ Corrected

Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

Soap dispensor next to the 3 bay sink not functioninig properly. Address and replace if necessary.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Evidence of live roach activity noted near the mop sink. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection. Evidence of fruit fly activity noted in the basement preparation area. Address. Evidence of insects in the moisture around the basement water heater. Address.

Why This Matters

SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.

Code Requirements

IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.004/4-202.16-C

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Second fan in the walk-in cooler missing. Address and make any necessary repairs. Unit was functioning properly at the time of the inspection. FAn has been ordered as of 8/10/2023 and upon delivery will be installed. At the time of the re-inspection there was a steady stream of water coming from the compressor of the walk-in freezer on to the ground. Address and make any necessary repairs. Service call has been placed for repairs to be made. Walk-in freezer was functioning properly at the time of the re-inspeciton.

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
✓ Corrected

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Interior of the empty fish tanks with debris. Clean to remove. Interior of the sliding glass cooler near the lobster tanks visibly soiled. Clean to remove. 6 Top burner with excess carbon build-up. Ceal to remove. Drying rack above the 3 bay sink loctaed in the basement area visibly soiled. Clean to remove. Excess moisture observed around the basement water heater. Address and clean to remove.

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)

Hand sink located directly next to the mop sink not functioning properly. Address and make any necessary repairs. Additional hand sinks to be used until repairs have been made.

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 590.005/5-501.17-C
✓ Corrected

Toilet Room Receptacle Covered (C)

At the time of inspection there were no covers for the trash receptacles. Provide.

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)

At the time of the re-inspection there was a small leak coming from the ceiling tiles located in the maiin kitchen area possibly due to the recent heavy rain fall. Address and make any necessary repairs. The leak was not near any food preparation/storage.

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
• MINOR 590.006/6-301.14-C
✓ Corrected

Handwashing Signage (C)

No signage at hand sink loctaed next to the Dim Sum station. Provide.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.114-C
✓ Corrected

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Excess debris and equipment observed in the back alley. Remove all unecessary equipment and debris to avoid any type of harborage.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

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