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Friday, December 11, 2020 at 5:30 PM

Address
1194 BLUE HILL AV
Mattapan, MA 02126
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
Facility History
6 inspections
3 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 590.004/4-202.16-C

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Lower shelf of prep table heavily rusted- Repair to make smooth durable nonpourous and cleanable

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 590.004/4-204.13-C

Dispensing Equipment Protection of Equipment and Food (C)

Bowls used as scoops in bulk food containers provide scoops with handle

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.006/6-202.15-C

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Notable space observed at the bottom of door to outside back area- Repair

Why This Matters

PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.

Code Requirements

Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.

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