DUNKIN DONUTS (WEST ROXBURY)
FAILWednesday, February 2, 2022 at 4:25 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
The temperature of the walk-in refrigerator is elevated. The exterior refrigerator is reading below 50F and the items inside are elevated; milk 44F pad of butter 45F bacon 45F. Provide proper cold holding of 41F or below. (the manager stated that the fridge door was open for a while they were organizing the fridge she is going to check back and see if the fridge is cooler in an hour and call in a repair of necessary)
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.