Fritay Restaurant
FAILMonday, January 13, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Violations Cited
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
No allergen certificate posted. Provide allergen certificate.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(C). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-302.11-C
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Observed food not being properly covered inside the 2 door refrigeration unit. Provide lids/covering. Provide food grade containers with lids for all foods being stored in the refrigeration unit.
Why This Matters
DIRECT CONTAMINATION PATH: Raw chicken contains Salmonella (23% of samples) and Campylobacter (71% of samples). One drop of raw chicken juice can contaminate entire shelf below. Results in 1-3 million US illnesses annually.
Code Requirements
REORGANIZE IMMEDIATELY - Top to bottom: Ready-to-eat foods, Fish/Seafood (145°F), Whole meat/pork (145°F), Ground meat (155°F), Poultry (165°F) on bottom. Use separate coolers if needed. Cover all foods. Train all staff on proper order.
590.005/5-205.15-C
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
PIC stated that when he runs the prep sink the water over flows over the air gap. Repair. Contact licensed plumber to repair the air gap. Observed heavy grease build up on the air gap under the prep sink. Clean piping to remove grease build up. Ensure prep sink is being used for washing food and not cleaning pots and pans. Observed a broken hot water faucet at the hand sink in the kitchen. PIC purchased a faucet needs to be secured. Repair Contact licensed plumber to repair all violations listed in this section and provide an invoice on licensed company letterhead for the next inspection.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Observed heavy grease build up on the basement floor on the stairs leading down to the basement and on the kitchen floor. Clean to remove grease build up on all floors. Observed light shields in the kitchen with soil. Clean to remove soil inside and outside of the light shields. Observed heavy grease build up behind the stove. Clean/degrease floors behind stove. Observed grease and soil build up on the walls in the kitchen- Clean to remove all grease and soil on the walls
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Observed that the door sweep on the front door was fixed but the daylight is still coming through. Provide proper door sweeps to ensure no day light is coming through.
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.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Observed trash being stored on the back porch. Clean to remove all trash.
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.