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Franklin Park Snack Bar

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Thursday, August 18, 2016 at 5:27 PM

Address
1 FRANKLIN PARK RD
Dorchester, MA 02121
Category
FS
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
5 inspections
1 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-102.11

PIC Knowledge

provide a serv-safe certificate and food allergen certificate - asap need to be in same name

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper management & personnel procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

• MINOR 17-4-204.112/.115

Equipment Thermometers

provide a thermometer for pepsi reach-in in seating area provide a thermometer for 4 draw reach-in provide a thermometer for reach-in by small oven all reach-in's need thermometers - asap

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 17.4.204
• MINOR 32-6-301.11-02.11

Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

provide papertowels and soap dispenser at handwash sink in bathroom provide a handwash sign at handwash sink in warewashing/cooking areas

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 32.6.301
• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Floors

clean floor under behind and between all equipment and shelves through-out all cooking areas all prep areas warewashing area and counter area

Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RESERVOIR: Damaged floors harbor bacteria in cracks. Standing water breeds Listeria, Pseudomonas. Broken tiles create pest harborage. Floor contamination spreads via shoes, equipment wheels, and dropped items. CDC found floor drains positive for Listeria in 40% of retail delis.

Code Requirements

Floors must be: Smooth and non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains (1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot); Coving at wall junctures sealed; No cracks, holes, or missing tiles; Grout intact and sealed; Cleaned daily or more frequently; Dry except when cleaning.

Corrective Actions

Schedule floor repairs within 30 days; Seal all cracks immediately with approved sealant; Improve drainage to eliminate standing water; Increase cleaning frequency; Replace missing tiles; Re-grout as needed; Remove any carpeting from food areas

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