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Grasshopper Creamery

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Monday, October 24, 2016 at 2:22 PM

Address
1 FANEUIL HALL SQ
North End, MA 02109
Category
FT
Violations
2 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
21 inspections
4 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-102.11
✓ Corrected

PIC Knowledge

PIC has limited basic knowledge surrounding washing and sanitizing of equipment and operation of frozen yogurt machines. Certifified Food Protection Manager Provide additional training to designated PIC(S)

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.

⚠ MAJOR 22-4-601/602.11
✓ Corrected

Food Contact Surfaces Clean

Inside covers of frozen yogurt machines with black substance. Ensure equipment is properly washed/rinsed/sanitized and air dried with proper frequecny. Provide detailed manufacturer specification sheets regarding break down and cleaning of frozen yogury units with lab reports upon reinspection. Dipwell with buildup around periminter of basin. Clean to remove.

Why This Matters

BIOFILM FORMATION: Visible soil indicates biofilms - communities of bacteria protected by slime layers that resist sanitizers. Biofilms on slicers have caused Listeria outbreaks killing 30% of victims. Meat slicer contamination sickened 300 across 6 states. Grease harbors Listeria which grows at refrigeration temperatures.

Code Requirements

Food contact surfaces must be: Visibly clean with no food debris; Free of grease accumulation; Smooth and cleanable; Cleaned and sanitized after each use; Cleaned every 4 hours if in continuous use; Equipment must be disassembled for cleaning when necessary.

Corrective Actions

Clean and sanitize ALL equipment immediately; Disassemble equipment for thorough cleaning; Establish cleaning schedule with assigned responsibilities; Use cleaning checklist; Train on proper disassembly; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department