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FAILTuesday, October 21, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
On the production line mango ube at 47F coconut mix in blender jars 60F grapefruit pulp 57F coconut in metal canisters 51F. There are a few reasons for these items to be outside of proper cold holding temperatures; one is that the staff is preparing the foods and then putting them directly from ambient into the cold holding units and not cooling them properly to 41F beforehand; the second is items on the counter are being held in ice baths that are too small don't have enough ice or the ice has melted. All the items per the person in charge had been prepared around 11am and were taken out of service after the observation and put into active cooling to get down to 41F. Train staff to properly cool foods before placing them into cold holding units and have larger vessels with more ice if not using active cold holding units for items on the counter.
Why This Matters
RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.
Code Requirements
Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Per the person in charge this location does not have any procedures or a kit to address a vomit or diarrhea event; provide.
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. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-501.113-C
Covering Receptacles (C)
Trash and reclycing bins outside are uncovered with their lids being pinned between the wall of a building and the receptacle unit; doors of recepatcles must be closed at all times unless in active use.
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.