FIRE & ICE
PASSWednesday, June 21, 2023 at 5:42 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.14-P
Cooling (P)
Six 12 cup coveredbplastic containers of cooked fried rice datemarked 06/12/23 in the walkin refrigeration unit with temperatures of 46F-50F Reviewed cooling procedures with the PIC Product was voluntarily discarded and denatured by the PIC
Why This Matters
TOXIN FORMATION: Clostridium perfringens spores survive cooking and germinate during slow cooling. Produce toxin that causes violent illness. Responsible for 1 million illnesses annually. Large batches can take 24+ hours to cool unsafely.
Code Requirements
Cool rapidly using: Shallow pans (2 inches max), Ice baths with stirring, Blast chiller, Cut large items into portions, Add ice as ingredient. NEVER cool at room temp. NEVER stack hot containers. Monitor with thermometer. Document cooling times.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Internal panel of the ice machine with black mold like buildup Can opener blade with encrusted sticky soils Clean equipment with proper frequency
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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-301.14-C
Ventilation Hood Systems Adequacy (C)
Excessive amounts of steam coming from the high temperature dishwasher that fills the warewashing area and hall to kitchen. Steam is causing large amounts of condensation to accumulate on all surfaces- Repair ventilation system at the high temperature dishwasher to properly remove steam
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.
590.004/4-501.11-C
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Ventilation system on high temperature dish machine is not properly working to remove steam from the unit- Repair
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.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Numerous areas of the ceiling throughout the kitchen damaged or with stained tiles- Repair
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.