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Monday, April 3, 2023 at 3:52 PM

Address
40 HARRISON AV
Chinatown, MA 02111
Category
FT
Violations
6 total
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
19 inspections
8 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF
✓ Corrected

Assignment (Pf)

Certification for previous employee posted. Provide Certification for current employee responsible for sanitiation and training other employees.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(A). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(A) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-301.12-PF
✓ Corrected

Manual Warewashing Sink Compartment Requirements (Pf)

No drain plugs for filling 3 compartment sinks. Currently using plastic film. Provide drain plugs for proper use of 3 compartment sink.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.003/3-304.14-C
✓ Corrected

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Soiled wiping cloths stored on counter. Store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution between uses to prevent cross contamination.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-101.16-C
✓ Corrected

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Sponges observed at 3 compartment sink. Discard and discontinute using sponges to wash food contact surfaces. Use green scouring pads or stainless steel scrubbies.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C
✓ Corrected

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Debris and moisture under tea counters. Spills in jelly cooler. Clean and maintain to prevent attracting pests

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.004/4-802.11-C
✓ Corrected

Specifications-Laundering Frequency (C)

PIC stated wiping cloths are soaked in sanitizer overnight. Provide laundry service or use disposable wiping cloths to prevent contamination.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
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