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Farmer Horse Coffee

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Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at 4:02 PM

Address
374 MASSACHUSETTS AV
Fenway, MA 02115
Category
FT
Violations
6 total
⚠️ 2 critical
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
26 inspections
13 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.002/2-301.12-P
✓ Corrected

Cleaning Procedure (P)

Employees unable to wash hands properly hot water registering @ 72F

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P
✓ Corrected

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Multiple foods stored under elevated refrigeration for unknown time mozzarella at 46F - 48F Heavy Cream 48F. Voluntary TSOP

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
✓ Corrected

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

PIC not trained by Certified Food Protection Manager as required. Final cook temperatures for raw poultry eggs unknown. Unable to demonstrate and state proper cooling procedures multiple TCS foods stored out of temperature control due to improper refrigeration improper cooling methods. No hand washing observed; only glove changes between raw egg prep and sandwich prep. Equipment stored as clean has greasy. film. Must monitor warewashing cold holding hand washing. Requirements for illness policy incomplete. Handout provided. PIC did take corrective action to discard foods out of temperature control.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(D) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-501.19-PF
✓ Corrected

Manual Warewashing Equipment Wash Solution Temperature (Pf)

Unable to wash and rinse equipment properly. Water is registering @ 72F. Repair and provide plumbing report

Why This Matters

Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.003/3-307.11-C
✓ Corrected

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Mixer stored next to hand wash sink is subject to contamination. Remove or provide adequate separation.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-501.11-C
✓ Corrected

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Two refrigeration units between 48F - 65F. Ensure proper repair and discontinue storing TCS foods in units above 41F.

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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
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