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Garlic 'N Lemons

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Friday, February 6, 2015 at 5:52 PM

Address
133 HARVARD AV
Allston, MA 02134
Category
FT
Violations
6 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
35 inspections
12 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 41-7-207-09.11

Medicines FirstAid Storage

There is a first aid kit stored in the dishroom prep area there are medicines stored on the table in prep area. Store first aid and medications away from food.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 41.7.207
⚠ MAJOR 35-6-501.111/.115

Insects Rodents Animals

There are droppings in the basement. Provide treatment and patchup any holes that are allowing entry of rodents.

Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Mice produce 50-75 droppings daily containing Salmonella, Hantavirus. Cockroaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms. Flies regurgitate and defecate on food, spreading E. coli, Shigella. One mouse can contaminate 10 times more food than it eats. Pest allergens trigger asthma in 26% of inner-city children.

Code Requirements

Facility must be pest-free: No live or dead pests; No droppings or urine; No gnaw marks or rub marks; No nesting materials; Effective pest control program; Monthly professional service recommended; All openings sealed; Remove harborage conditions.

Corrective Actions

Call pest control service immediately; Discard ALL contaminated food; Clean and sanitize all affected areas; Seal all openings larger than 1/4 inch; Install door sweeps; Eliminate standing water; Remove clutter; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007(K) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.111, 6-501.115
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

The handsink is adjacent to the prep sink. Provide a separation between the handsink and the prep sink. There are products stored on the floor in the walk-in. Store elevated. The tomatoes in the walk-in are stored adjacent to raw lamb. Store separated to prevent contamination. There are waste lines above dry food products in the basement storage area. Store food products away from waste lines.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 08.3.305
• MINOR 14-4-202.11

Food Contact Surfaces Design

They are using wooden spoons and they have cracks. Provide utensils that are smooth cleanable and durable.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 14.4.202
• MINOR 17-4-302.14

Test Kit Provided

There is no chlorine test kit for the chlorine sanitizer. Provide.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 17.4.302
• MINOR 32-6-501.11-.12/6-202.14

Toilet Enclosed Clean

There is no paper towel dispenser at the handsink. Provide a paper towel dispenser.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 32.6.501
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