Did Dunkin' Donuts pass their Boston health inspection?

Dunkin' Donuts passed their inspection on May 25, 2022.

Where is Dunkin' Donuts located?

Dunkin' Donuts is located at 7 WALK HILL ST, Boston, MA.

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Q: What critical health violations were found at Dunkin' Donuts?

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

PASS

Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at 6:11 PM

Address

7 WALK HILL ST

Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

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)

The sandwich unit is not working properly and the items are elevated; cream cheese 70F sausage 65F. Provide proper cold holding of 41F or below. (the manager discarded everything in the fridge and had already called in service so he just shut down sandwiches until the unit is repaired)

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

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