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HIEN VUONG RESTAURANT

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Thursday, February 21, 2013 at 2:48 PM

Address
1487 DORCHESTER AV
Dorchester, MA 02122
Category
FS
Violations
8 total
⚠️ 2 critical
Facility History
54 inspections
28 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 41-7-207-09.11

Medicines FirstAid Storage

STORE all medicines in a safe seperate location ( in box or draw ) not on counter-

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
⚠️ CRITICAL M-3-603.11

Consumer Advisories

ON THE NEW MENU- provide the allergy statement ( reviewed w/ owner )

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.

• MINOR 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12

Food Container Labels

BASEMENT - label all food storage bins EXAMPLE = sugar rice etc.-label in english & what staff speak & read --

Why This Matters

Improper labeling can lead to using wrong or expired ingredients

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 02.3.602
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

IN REFRIGE - keep al food covered or wrapped-

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 21-3-304.14

Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize

STORE the wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution between use - SET UP 2 bucket of sanitizer 1. bucket for cloths used on RAW food contact surfaces EXAMPLE - cloths used when cuttin RAW chicken - & 1. bucket for cloths used on READY TO EAT ( RTE ) food contact surfaces EXAMPLE cutting lettuce - LABEL buckets OR use RED bucket for RAW & WHITE bucket for READY TO EAT ( RTE ) -CHASNGE solution at least every 4 hours once used -

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 21.3.304
• MINOR 23-4-602.13

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

at counter handsink -CLEAN the white trash container of built- up soil- BASEMENT -clean inside of the white standing refrige of heavy build-up of grime ( note unit not working - being used for dry goods storage ) & CLEAN the swinging doors to kitchen ( glass ) --

Why This Matters

INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty surfaces attract pests, harbor bacteria, and contaminate via contact or air movement. Dust from dirty shelves contains allergens affecting 32 million Americans. Grease accumulation creates slip hazards causing 25% of restaurant injuries.

Code Requirements

Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned at frequency to prevent: Soil accumulation; Pest attraction; Contamination of food/food contact surfaces. Includes: Equipment exteriors; Shelving; Walls and ceilings; Light fixtures; Ventilation systems.

Corrective Actions

Deep clean all non-food contact surfaces; Create cleaning schedule with daily, weekly, monthly tasks; Assign cleaning zones to staff; Use degreaser for grease accumulation; Clean from top to bottom; Maintain cleaning log

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-602.13
• MINOR 32-6-301.11-02.11

Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

PROVIDE cover for restroom trash container -0

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 32.6.301
• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Floors

KITCHEN - at back door - REPAIR broken / missing white floor tile - & BASEMENT -CLEAN the floor behind the ice machine of built- up soil -

Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RESERVOIR: Damaged floors harbor bacteria in cracks. Standing water breeds Listeria, Pseudomonas. Broken tiles create pest harborage. Floor contamination spreads via shoes, equipment wheels, and dropped items. CDC found floor drains positive for Listeria in 40% of retail delis.

Code Requirements

Floors must be: Smooth and non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains (1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot); Coving at wall junctures sealed; No cracks, holes, or missing tiles; Grout intact and sealed; Cleaned daily or more frequently; Dry except when cleaning.

Corrective Actions

Schedule floor repairs within 30 days; Seal all cracks immediately with approved sealant; Improve drainage to eliminate standing water; Increase cleaning frequency; Replace missing tiles; Re-grout as needed; Remove any carpeting from food areas

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(A) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
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