ERIC LINDEMAN
FAILMonday, October 7, 2019 at 3:59 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Cooked chicken at salad bar 50F .remove maintain 41F or below
Why This Matters
RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.
Code Requirements
Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.
590.003/3-501.18-P
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Disposition (P)
Large tray of cut cucumber salad left over 7 days in refrigerator. Discard. PIC discarded food
Why This Matters
LISTERIA GROWTH: Unlike other bacteria, Listeria grows in refrigeration. After 7 days can reach dangerous levels. Causes severe illness in pregnant women (20% miscarriage rate), elderly (20% mortality). 1,600 illnesses, 260 deaths annually.
Code Requirements
Date mark ALL ready-to-eat TCS foods: Day prepared = Day 1, Use within 7 days, Mark with prep OR discard date, Include on labels: date, product name, initials. DISCARD unmarked foods. Train all staff on system.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
All foods without proper date marking. Provide
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-302.13-PF
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
No irreversible indicator for high temp dishwasher . Provide
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Bulk container with broken lids. Provide lids.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.