Hong Kong Eatery
FAILWednesday, October 5, 2022 at 6:39 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-302.11-P
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Raw chicken stored above raw pork in walk-in. Boy choy stored below raw duck in walk-in. Store raw meats according to final cooking temperature requirements. Store produce and ready to eat foods above raw animal products at all times to prevent contamintation. Old meat and poultry boxes used for storage in freezer. Discard boxes and discontune using boxes for storage. Assume boxes are contaminated with blood.
Why This Matters
DIRECT CONTAMINATION PATH: Raw chicken contains Salmonella (23% of samples) and Campylobacter (71% of samples). One drop of raw chicken juice can contaminate entire shelf below. Results in 1-3 million US illnesses annually.
Code Requirements
REORGANIZE IMMEDIATELY - Top to bottom: Ready-to-eat foods, Fish/Seafood (145°F), Whole meat/pork (145°F), Ground meat (155°F), Poultry (165°F) on bottom. Use separate coolers if needed. Cover all foods. Train all staff on proper order.
590.003/3-501.15-PF
(A )Cooling Methods (Pf)
Cooked chicken feet in walk-in cooler covered in plastic at 68F after two hours cooling at room temperature. Do not cover cooling food until 41F. Plastic removed and feet at 55F after 20 minutes.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Food Labels (Pf)
Prepared packaged foods for sale in self service cooler without labels. Discontinue selling packaged foods and drinks without labels. All products for self-service must be correctly labeled. Label guidance sent via email.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
One hand sink at service line out of soap. Second sink has soap and is used by staff. Maintain hand sinks with soap and towels at all times.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Significant carbon buildup on large burners. Top of grease trap in basement soiled. Clean and resurface as needed 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.
590.005/5-403.12-C
Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater (C)
Display coolers draining into pans under service line. Plumb lines to drain to prevent standing water attracting pests and pathogens.
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.
590.006/6-501.112-C
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Fly zapping light in basement with excess of dead flies. Clean regularly to avoid contamination.
Why This Matters
DISEASE VECTORS: Flies carry 100+ pathogens, land on feces then food. Transfer 2 million bacteria per landing. Roaches spread 33 bacteria types, 6 parasitic worms. One roach can contaminate entire kitchen overnight. Major asthma trigger.
Code Requirements
Eliminate immediately: Kill visible pests, Find and eliminate breeding sites, Fix all screens/seal openings, Remove standing water, Clean drains weekly, Professional treatment if over 5 insects seen, Install fly lights/traps.