El Caribeno Restaurant
PASS W/ CONDITIONSThursday, August 6, 2020 at 4:24 PM
Violations Cited
590.005/5-501.115-C
Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)
Clean and organize loose debris and remove unnecessary items from trash/alleyway area
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Screen door doesn't stay closed allowing for fly entry. Repair or replace door to ensure it stays closed.
Why This Matters
PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.
Code Requirements
Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.