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Ernestos Pizzeria

FAIL

Monday, February 2, 2009 at 4:48 PM

Address
69 SALEM ST
North End, MA 02113
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 2 critical
Facility History
23 inspections
11 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 08-3-302.11/3-304.11

Separation Segregation Cross Contamination

GLASS DOOR REFRIDGE-at time of inspection found raw whole eggs stored above "ready to eat food--DO NOT store raw food above ready to eat foods-

Why This Matters

Cross-contamination can spread dangerous pathogens throughout the facility

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 08.3.302
⚠️ CRITICAL 41-7-207-09.11

Medicines FirstAid Storage

DO NOT-store medicines in food prep area ( "vitamina" A & rubbing alcohol-) store in a seperate secure labeled location-

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 41.7.207
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

KITCHEN-scrape the peeling paint on the wall at the end of kitchen ( to right of oven )-

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

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