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Thursday, March 12, 2020 at 5:54 PM

Address
275 ALBANY ST
South End, MA 02118
Category
FT
Violations
5 total
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
29 inspections
11 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-204.115-PF
✓ Corrected

Warewashing Machines Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)

At the time of the inspection there was no temperature measuring disc available. Provide. LED read out for the high temperature dish machine not reaching the minimum requirement of 180F. Address and make any necessary repairs.

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 temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Dead flies under and on top of equipment and preparation area's. Clean to remove and properly monitor to minimize actvitiy. Flies appear to be coming from the ceiling vent (but not confirmed at the time of the inspection). 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 590.003/3-305.11-C
✓ Corrected

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Clean bowls and pans on top of oven being stored improperly. Address and ensure pans and pots are being stored inverted to prevent contamination to the inside of both pans and pots.

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
• MINOR 590.004/4-204.112-C
✓ Corrected

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

No thermometer observed inside of the milk cooler. Provide.

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 temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.004/4-501.12-C
✓ Corrected

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Long cutting board on the deli style cooler heavily scoared and visibly soiled. Clean to remove resurface or replace.

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
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