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Ernestos Pizza

FAIL

Friday, November 9, 2018 at 6:45 PM

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

Violations Cited

• MINOR 16-4-301.12

Three Compartment Sink

They are using a temporary three comaprtment sink setup where they wash the items drain the sink and rinse off the detergent with the spray arm and then sanitize it with quats. Provide either a three compartment sink or proepr setup for a two compartment sink (handout with setup and approved chemicals left with the manager) 11/9/18 The two compartment sink was properly setup with detergent sanitizer and 200 ppm quats. The owner is replacing hte two bay sink with a three bay sink.

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 16.4.301
• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Improper Maintenance of Floors

The back door is not rodent proof. Repair.

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(A) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department