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Edu and Den's Restaurant

FAIL

Tuesday, January 14, 2014 at 4:00 PM

Address
637 RIVER ST
Mattapan, MA 02126
Category
FS
Violations
8 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
47 inspections
18 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 08-3-302.11/3-304.11

Separation Segregation Cross Contamination

BASEMENT - At time of inspection - found in refrigerator RAW food stored above READY TO EAT food --CORRECT BY : store raw food on bottom shelve & ready to eat food on top shelves - to protect ready to eat food from leak / spill / drip contamination -

Why This Matters

Cross-contamination can spread dangerous pathogens throughout the facility

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 08.3.302
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

BASEMENT - Store the bags of onions off the floor at least 6 inches-

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 08.3.305
• MINOR 23-4-602.13

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

AT FRONT COUNTER - Clean the clear plastic case of built-up soil ( cheese cake cabinet)---- BASEMENT-Clean the outsides of the 3 door " true" brand refrigerator of built-up soil- BASEMENT Clean the tops of the 3 top loading freezers of built-up soil -

Why This Matters

INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty surfaces attract pests, harbor bacteria, and contaminate via contact or air movement. Dust from dirty shelves contains allergens affecting 32 million Americans. Grease accumulation creates slip hazards causing 25% of restaurant injuries.

Code Requirements

Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned at frequency to prevent: Soil accumulation; Pest attraction; Contamination of food/food contact surfaces. Includes: Equipment exteriors; Shelving; Walls and ceilings; Light fixtures; Ventilation systems.

Corrective Actions

Deep clean all non-food contact surfaces; Create cleaning schedule with daily, weekly, monthly tasks; Assign cleaning zones to staff; Use degreaser for grease accumulation; Clean from top to bottom; Maintain cleaning log

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-602.13
• MINOR 24-4-904.11AB

Improper Storage of Re-usable Utensils

Store all pots / pans & inserts "face" down to protect insides from possibile contamination -

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 24.4.904
• MINOR 32-6-301.11-02.11

Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

At time of inspection-found paper towel dispensers at kitchen hand sink & counter handsink empty-PROVIDE single use towels at hand sinks-

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 32.6.301
• MINOR 34-5-501.111/.115

Outside Storage Improperly Maintained

At time of inspection - found outsied trash storage area - with dumpster overloaded ( bags of trash piled high above level & area around dumpster with trash & debris -CORRECT BY: empty dumpster & keep lids closed at all times & remove litter / trash from area--& remove the old not used refrigerator & shelves & wood-

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 34.5.501
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

HOOD / VENT CLEANING SERVICE TAG - pasted due for service - PROVIDE cleaning service -& CLEAN the hood (top&sides ) of vuilt-up soil- & CLEAN kitchen ceiling of built-up soil-

Why This Matters

OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION: Peeling paint and debris fall into food. Condensation on ceilings drips bacteria onto prep surfaces. Studies found ceiling tiles harbor Bacillus cereus spores. Restaurant ceiling collapse contaminated food service for 200 guests.

Code Requirements

Walls/ceilings must be: Smooth and washable in food areas; Light-colored for easy soil detection; Free of holes, cracks, peeling paint; Sealed at all joints and attachments; Clean and free of grease, dust, cobwebs; Non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture.

Corrective Actions

Repair all holes within 14 days; Repaint with washable paint; Replace damaged ceiling tiles; Seal all penetrations; Clean walls and ceilings monthly; Fix any leaks immediately; Install FRP panels in splash zones

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(B) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
• MINOR 42-6-501.113/.114

Premises Maintained

BASEMENT- back room-clear area in the room so that all items are off the walls at least 12 inches - to allow for proper "pest" control - to allow the pest control company access to area where rodent nest & travel -& REMOVE items not part of the " day to day " operation ( box springs etc. )

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 42.6.501
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