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Dunkin Donuts at Old Colony

FAIL

Monday, January 9, 2023 at 3:14 PM

Address
75 OLD COLONY AV
South Boston, MA 02127
Category
FT
Violations
6 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
50 inspections
18 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.004/4-602.11-P

Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (P)

There were several Spatulas Pitchers and buckets hanging on clean racks or clean side of sink- Remove and properly wash rinse and sanitize all soiled food contact equipment

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-501.17-PF

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Inside the walking some items were date marked 12/27 which is well passed the 7days- Proper date mark all prepared or opened products thats stored 24 hours or more

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.003/3-304.14-C

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

No Sanitizer buckets set up- Set up sanitizer buckets on the floor during service

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 safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Both Ice Machines in the back of store are soiled - Clean to remove soils around the interior perimeter. Cardboard placed on floor to prvent water spills - Remove cardboard box and discontinue storing on floor to soak up water

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
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Water on the floor in the service area where staff is working and walking and sliding over the large area- Clean to remove excess water to prevent slip hazard. COS

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR L2

Allergen certificate in name other than CFPM- Provide an updated Allergen training certificater in the name of CFPM

Why This Matters

Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected

Code Requirements

Must comply with all applicable food code requirements

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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department