El Dugout
FAILThursday, December 31, 2015 at 3:21 PM
Violations Cited
22-4-601/602.11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean
Oil inside fryalators black in appearance and with heavy builup. Clean inside fryalators and change oil with proper frequceny. Inside ice machine with standing water and buildup around ice machine door. Clean to remove. Discontinue using ice until machine is cleaned throroughly repaired to drain properly. Bulk food storage container marinating raw pork in walkin with heavy buildup of food soils. wash/rinse/sanitize/air dry. Clean all food contact surfaces with proper frequecny.
Why This Matters
BIOFILM FORMATION: Visible soil indicates biofilms - communities of bacteria protected by slime layers that resist sanitizers. Biofilms on slicers have caused Listeria outbreaks killing 30% of victims. Meat slicer contamination sickened 300 across 6 states. Grease harbors Listeria which grows at refrigeration temperatures.
Code Requirements
Food contact surfaces must be: Visibly clean with no food debris; Free of grease accumulation; Smooth and cleanable; Cleaned and sanitized after each use; Cleaned every 4 hours if in continuous use; Equipment must be disassembled for cleaning when necessary.
Corrective Actions
Clean and sanitize ALL equipment immediately; Disassemble equipment for thorough cleaning; Establish cleaning schedule with assigned responsibilities; Use cleaning checklist; Train on proper disassembly; Increase cleaning frequency
04-3-501.15/4-301.11
Inadequate Facilities/Cooling Methods
Observed food worker preparing potato salad with potatoes at temperature of 75F. PIC stated potatoes prepared one hour prior. Ensure foods are cooled to 41F or below before preparation of in line RTE cold foods. Provide proper cooling methods. PIC took corrective action and placed potatoes in freezer to cool to 41F or below.
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.
08-3-305-307.11
Food Protection
Raw ground beef and raw chicken being stored in walkin above ready to eat chicken and produce. Store raw and cooked foods seperately. Case of salt being stored directly on floor under prep table. Bag of onions being stored directly on floor under dripping water from leak in ceiling. PIC voluntarilly disposed of 15lbs of onions. Store foods elevated atleast 6" off the floor and away from sources of contamination.
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.
15-4-202.16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces
Torn foil observed lining wall around range at cookline and tiled wall around panini press. Remove. Maintain all surfaces smooth durable & cleanable. Non commercial refuse container observed being used to marinate raw chicken in walkin. Replace with NSF commercial grade food container. Shelf above prep sink with exposed raw wood. Clean and resurface. Maintain all surfaces smooth durable & cleanable
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.
24-4-903.11
Clean Equipment & Utensils Storage
Knives being stored as clean on magnetic rack with heavy grease buildup under cookline hood. Store properly. Clean knife rack and re locate to avoid contamination of clean knives from cookline food soils.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
25-4-904.11
Single Service Articles Stored Dispensed
Two cases of plastic cutlery being stored directly on floor under service line steam table.Take out containers being stored directly under blower heater with dust buildup. Store single use utensils elevated atleast 6" off the floor away from potential sources of contamination.
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.
29-5-201/02.11
Installed and Maintained
Drain line from ice machine appears to be improperly connected to handsink waste drain. Standing water observed inside ice machine Repair. Provide detailed plumber report upon reinpsection.
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.
36-6-501.11-.12
Improper Maintenance of Floors
Floors behind cookline with heavy grease buildup. Clean to remove. Clean under and around all cookline equipment.
Why This Matters
CONTAMINATION RESERVOIR: Damaged floors harbor bacteria in cracks. Standing water breeds Listeria, Pseudomonas. Broken tiles create pest harborage. Floor contamination spreads via shoes, equipment wheels, and dropped items. CDC found floor drains positive for Listeria in 40% of retail delis.
Code Requirements
Floors must be: Smooth and non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains (1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot); Coving at wall junctures sealed; No cracks, holes, or missing tiles; Grout intact and sealed; Cleaned daily or more frequently; Dry except when cleaning.
Corrective Actions
Schedule floor repairs within 30 days; Seal all cracks immediately with approved sealant; Improve drainage to eliminate standing water; Increase cleaning frequency; Replace missing tiles; Re-grout as needed; Remove any carpeting from food areas
37-6-501.11-.12
Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings
Hood sticker expired. Provide current service and hood sticker. Referall to be made to Boston Fire Department. Leak in roof dripping into prep area outside walkin cooler. Repair. Provide detailed work invoice upon reinspection specifying repairs to roof.
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
42-6-501.113/.114
Premises Maintained
Broken meat slicer not in use in rear prep area. Remove equipment not in use.
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.