Easties Corner
FAILThursday, February 4, 2021 at 4:47 PM
Violations Cited
590.004/4-501.111-P
Manual Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (P)
No means of warewashing for the coffee station equippment. PIC states that it uses hand sink inside the toilet for warewashing. Discontinue coffee preparation until proper warewashing is performed (wash rinse facility) and proper warewashing equipment is set up.
Why This Matters
Improper temperatures allow rapid bacterial growth, potentially causing severe foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-203.11-PF
Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities (Pf)
No handsink for coffee station set up at retail area. Employee states it washes hands at toilet handsink. Discontinue coffe preparation until a handsink is installed.
Why This Matters
CONTAMINATION CYCLE: Using handwash sink for dishes spreads grease and food particles, making hand cleaning ineffective. Staff avoid dirty sinks, reducing handwashing by 60%. Creates breeding ground for bacteria at the most critical hygiene point.
Code Requirements
STOP all non-handwashing use immediately. Handwash sinks for HANDS ONLY. Clean and sanitize sink completely. Post signage 'HANDWASHING ONLY'. Designate separate sinks for food prep and dishwashing. Retrain all staff.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Handsink at toilet used to wash hands during coffee prep and also to wash equipment. Discontinue.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
L1
8-304.11 (A) Post the current permit in a location in the food establishment that is conspicuous to consumers.
Why This Matters
Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected
Code Requirements
Must comply with all applicable food code requirements