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Dunkin Donuts at Old Colony

FAIL

Monday, March 27, 2023 at 3:42 PM

Address
75 OLD COLONY AV
South Boston, MA 02127
Category
FT
Violations
6 total
⚠️ 2 critical
⚠ 3 major
Facility History
50 inspections
18 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.002/2-301.12-P

Cleaning Procedure (P)

Handsinks water was 48F not warm enough to wash hands properly Handsink used as a dump sink- Train staff to notify when water is too cold to wash hands and also not to use for dump sink

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P1

(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Staff finish a bacon egg taco and was about to wrap it up I asked to take a temperature it was 115F- I asked him to reheat to 155F or above COS to 198F

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

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

PIC was in full operation with water temperature that fell 48F. I tested to make sure it was just the one sink it was all thr sinks at 48F- Repair/Replace water heater. Food being prepared by staff not up to the proper temperature sandwich with eggs and bacon was 115F- reheat to proper temperature before serving cleaning and using handsink as a dunp sink were other violations. - Train stqaff on the above mentioned

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 590.006/6-501.115-PF

Prohibiting Animals (Pf)

Customers bringing pets inside store and no questions asked nor a visible sign posted to clearly state no animals- I asked PIC what is asked he said no questions were asked because they get push back from customers- I sent via email the ADA and advised they post a visible sign.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
⚠ MAJOR 590.008/8-404.11-PF

(A) Ceasing Operations and Reporting (Pf)

Water temperature was not at the proper temperature whenI arrived it was 48F at all sinks- PIC stated plumber was enroute then another Manager/ owner came and stated he had to turn the hot water heater back on and that it went out. Staff is to report any issue with water or any other imminent issue or voluntarily closed until issue is repaired .

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.008. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.008 | FDA Code: Section 8
• MINOR 590.003/3-307.11-C

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Both Ice Machines is soiled - Clean interior perimeter of ice machine. Floor of the walk in freezer is soiled - Clean to remove soils Door handle of walk in freezer is soiled - clean to remove soils Seats has food particles inside the seated area - clean to remove debris

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
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