Dunkin Donuts
FAILTuesday, August 26, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Violations Cited
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
**Observed front prep tables with coffee spills / food debris including behind hot chocolate machine. Thoroughly clean throughout slow periods of the day to prevent build up; **Observed dusty filters on ice machine. Clean to remove
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.
590.002/2-402.11-C
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Observed employee working front counter without hair restraint. Provide and ensure all staff are wearing hair restraints to prevent contamination
Why This Matters
CONTAMINATION RISK: Average person sheds 50-100 hairs daily. Each hair can carry up to 1 million bacteria. Staphylococcus aureus from hair causes rapid food poisoning (1-6 hours) with severe nausea, vomiting, and cramps. Cannot be killed by reheating once toxin forms.
Code Requirements
All staff handling food MUST wear: hairnets, caps, or effective hair restraints covering all hair; beard nets for facial hair over 1/4 inch; no loose hair touching shoulders. Provide hair restraints for all staff immediately.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Observed pooled water under and around single door reach in unit @ frozen drink station. Discussed with PIC to monitor and ensure floor are clean and dry
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean