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Friday, September 2, 2022 at 3:42 PM

Address
344 WASHINGTON ST
Brighton, MA 02135
Category
FT
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 2 critical
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
19 inspections
7 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P

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

Products placed in lift top refrigeration unit less than 2 hours prior to inspection at 47F. Products removed and placed in alternate refrigeration at 36F Refrgeration unit products were in was at 49F 09/02/22 Products overfilled in containers in refrigeration unit at front service line at 46F-50F for less than 2 hours Products removed at the time of the inspection

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
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.007/7-204.11-P

Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)

Quats sanitizer from an automated system at the 3 bay sink at 500ppm Service call made at the timeof the inspection and water will be added to ensure the quats is maintained at 150-400ppm per the manufacturers instructions 09/02/22 Quats sanitizer tested at 500ppm from automated dispenser at 3 bay

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.007. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007 | FDA Code: Section 7
⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Priority violations noted on inspection report PIC shall properly monitor holding temperatures and sanitizer

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(D) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-301.11-PF

Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)

Lift top refrigeration unit in the service area at 49F. Unit was overfilled wih products and top was open at the time of the inspection. Products were removedand a service call was made for repairs 09/02/22 Refrigeration unit is at 46F at the time of the inspection. Per the Owner he cleaned out the compressor and no service call was done. Foods removed and placed in refrigeration at 38F

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.003/3-305.12-C
✓ Corrected

Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)

Refrigeration and freezer units in lower level position below waste pipes- Units shall be moved to different location

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
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