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Ernestos Pizza

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Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 4:50 PM

Address
69 SALEM ST
North End, MA 02113
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 2 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
53 inspections
27 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.16
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Hot Holding

There are over twenty five pizzas out before lunch service; chicken on pizza is 86F. Provide proper hot holding of 140F or above.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Maintain all hot TCS foods at 135°F or above; Cannot use hot holding equipment to reheat

FDA Code: Section 03.3.501
⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-102.11
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PIC Knowledge

The certified food manager and allergen certificates have expired. Provide current certificates.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

⚠ MAJOR 35-6-501.111/.115
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Insects Rodents Animals

There are droppings in the basement dough area and on the floor of hte kitchen near the side door. Clean up any droppings and provide IPM reports.

Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Mice produce 50-75 droppings daily containing Salmonella, Hantavirus. Cockroaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms. Flies regurgitate and defecate on food, spreading E. coli, Shigella. One mouse can contaminate 10 times more food than it eats. Pest allergens trigger asthma in 26% of inner-city children.

Code Requirements

Facility must be pest-free: No live or dead pests; No droppings or urine; No gnaw marks or rub marks; No nesting materials; Effective pest control program; Monthly professional service recommended; All openings sealed; Remove harborage conditions.

Corrective Actions

Call pest control service immediately; Discard ALL contaminated food; Clean and sanitize all affected areas; Seal all openings larger than 1/4 inch; Install door sweeps; Eliminate standing water; Remove clutter; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007(K) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.111, 6-501.115
• MINOR 14-4-202.11
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Food Contact Surfaces Design

The pizza paddles are worn and splintering in areas. Resurface or replace to provide a smooth cleanable surface.

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 14.4.202
• MINOR 42-5-203.13
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Mop Sink not Provided

There is no mopsink available and they are dumoing the mop water in the storm drain out back. Discontinue dumping mop water in the drain and use the toilet or install a mopsink.

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 42.5.203
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