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Edu and Den's Restaurant

PASS

Monday, December 14, 2015 at 4:41 PM

Address
637 RIVER ST
Mattapan, MA 02126
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 2 critical
Facility History
47 inspections
18 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 12-2-401.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Good Hygienic Practices

Staff in warewashing area in basement unable to wash hand . Hand sink blocked .. Train staff in the important of hand washing leave hand sink accessible at all times

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 12.2.401
⚠️ CRITICAL 31-5-204/05.11
✓ Corrected

Location Accessible

Pots and pans blocking handsink . Remove for easy access to hand washing station. PIC removed.

Why This Matters

FORCED NON-COMPLIANCE: Blocked sinks force employees to skip handwashing. Studies show 89% compliance when sinks accessible vs 35% when blocked. Each skipped handwash potentially contaminates multiple food items. Inaccessible sinks contributed to Hepatitis A outbreak affecting 660 people.

Code Requirements

Handwashing sinks must be: Accessible at ALL times; Used ONLY for handwashing; Located within 25 feet of food prep; Clear of all equipment and supplies; Never used for food prep, dishwashing, or chemical disposal; Minimum one sink per 5 workers during peak times.

Corrective Actions

Clear ALL handwashing sinks immediately; Post 'Handwashing Only' signs; Relocate any blocking equipment; Provide alternative sinks for other uses; Train staff on sink designation; Monitor hourly for compliance

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005(D) | FDA Code: Section 5-204.11, 5-205.11
• MINOR 06-3-501.13
✓ Corrected

PHF's Properly Thawed

Meat defrosting in ware wash sink in stagnant water. Discontinue. Provide proper defrosting methods under refrigeration 41F or below or in cool circulating water.

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 06.3.501
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