Did Fomu pass their Boston health inspection?

Fomu FAILED their Boston health inspection on May 5, 2022 with 1 violations including 1 critical violations.

Where is Fomu located?

Fomu is located at 615 CENTRE ST, Boston, MA.

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Q: What critical health violations were found at Fomu?

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

FAIL

Thursday, May 5, 2022 at 5:52 PM

Address

615 CENTRE ST

Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P

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

The refrigerator feels warm but there was no threrometer inside; opened oat milk 53F opened almond milk 52F. Provide proper cold holding of 41For below. (they'll put the opened milks on ice and discard at closing since the unopened ones do not require refrigeration)

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

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