Don Tequeno Y Dona Arepa
PASSFriday, October 1, 2021 at 6:21 PM
Violations Cited
590.002/2-301.14-P
When to Wash (P)
Employees unable to properly wash hands at establishment- Handsink completely blocked by equipment and visibly dry
Why This Matters
ILLNESS TRANSMISSION: 70% of foodborne outbreaks traced to poor handwashing. Unwashed hands after restroom carry 10 billion bacteria including E. coli. One contaminated hand can spread bacteria to 7 surfaces in 10 seconds. Causes 48 million illnesses annually.
Code Requirements
Wash hands for 20 seconds minimum with soap and 100°F water: After restroom ALWAYS, Before food prep, After touching face/hair/clothing, Between raw and ready-to-eat foods, After handling garbage, Every 30 minutes during continuous prep, After any contamination risk.
590.003/3-302.11-P
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Multiple cntainers of raw foods stored above ready to eat foods in refrigeration
Why This Matters
DIRECT CONTAMINATION PATH: Raw chicken contains Salmonella (23% of samples) and Campylobacter (71% of samples). One drop of raw chicken juice can contaminate entire shelf below. Results in 1-3 million US illnesses annually.
Code Requirements
REORGANIZE IMMEDIATELY - Top to bottom: Ready-to-eat foods, Fish/Seafood (145°F), Whole meat/pork (145°F), Ground meat (155°F), Poultry (165°F) on bottom. Use separate coolers if needed. Cover all foods. Train all staff on proper order.
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Containers of cooked meats on counter in prep kitchen at 58F. Per employees products on counter for less than an hour Properly store foods in refrigeration at 41F or below Placed in refrigeration unit in front service area
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.
590.007/7-206.11-P
Restricted Use Pesticides Criteria (P)
Cans of Raid noted in the kitchen- Use only products provided by a Licensed Pest Control Company
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
No evidence of pests; Seal all openings; Remove harborage; Professional treatment when needed
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
PIC at establishment must properly maintain equipment and procedures at establishment. PIC must review proper handwashing and holding temperatures with staff
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Numerous containers of prepared foods in refrigeration with no labeling- production/discard dates- Provide
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 temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Refrigeration unit in back prep area no functioning. Products stored in service area refrigeration or in single door refrigerator available at establishment. Repair or replace refrigeration unit
Why This Matters
Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Handsink in back prep area completely blocked with equipment- Corrected
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.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Several large plastic containers used to hold dry goods with no labeling- Provide
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.
590.004/4-901.11-C
Equipment and Utensils Air-Drying Required (C)
Establishment has placed products on shelf above 3 bay sink and per a conversation with the PIC the equipment is left stacked in the 3 bay sink and the water is drained to dry. Properly use shelves above warewashing area to air dry equipment
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.