Fins Sushi & Grill Inc.
FAILWednesday, January 12, 2022 at 8:11 PM
Violations Cited
590.008/8-103.12-P
Conformance with Approved Procedures (P)
Lab test expired. Provied a current lab test. Letter of Guarantee will expire on Jan 28th. Ensure that an update one is received at that time.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.008. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Observed large amount of rodent like droppings at storage area at lower level. Provide an IPM report by a licensed Pest Control Company.
Why This Matters
SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.
Code Requirements
IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.
590.003(B)/3-203.11-C
Molluscan Shellfish Original Container (C)
No tags mantained for shellfish. Mantain all tags for shellfish for 90days in chronological order.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003(B). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-304.12-C
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Utensil dispensing boiled rice stored in stagnant soiled water at ambient temperature. Discontinue store properly.
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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Several wiping cloths stored soiled on counters at both levels. Store properly in sanitizer solution.
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.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Cutting Surfaces (C)
Cutting board at lower level heavily scored and soiled. Resurface and clean properly or replace.
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.
590.004/4-903.11-C1
(A) (B) and (D) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C)
Observed plastic cup used to dispense bulk food items. Discontinue. Use handled utensils only.
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.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Rear door with gap at the bottom. Provide a strip to close the gap.
Why This Matters
PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.
Code Requirements
Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.