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Friday, October 26, 2012 at 2:23 PM

Address
20 HANCOCK ST
Dorchester, MA 02125
Category
RF
Violations
7 total
⚠️ 3 critical
Facility History
14 inspections
5 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 01-3-201.11
✓ Corrected

Approved Source

Supply invoice for montaquilla bars. Removed from service.

Why This Matters

SEVERE PUBLIC HEALTH THREAT: Unapproved sources bypass all safety controls. Home-prepared foods have caused botulism deaths. Uninspected meat may contain parasites, E. coli O157:H7, or BSE prions. Black market foods linked to tuberculosis, brucellosis outbreaks. Illegal dairy products cause Listeria infections killing 20% of victims. One contaminated batch can sicken hundreds across multiple locations.

Code Requirements

ALL food MUST be from: Licensed, permitted, inspected suppliers; USDA inspected meat and poultry; Grade A dairy products; Approved shellfish dealers on Interstate Certified Shellfish Shippers List; No home-prepared foods EVER; No wild mushrooms unless certified; Documentation required for all suppliers; Invoices must be kept 90 days.

Corrective Actions

IMMEDIATE: Discard ALL food from unapproved sources; Obtain approved supplier list from health department; Verify all current suppliers are licensed; Create approved supplier program; Train receiving staff on checking sources; Post list of approved suppliers

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(A) | FDA Code: Section 3-201.11
⚠️ CRITICAL 01-3-202.11-.17
✓ Corrected

Recieving/Sound Condition/Proper Temperatures

Dents in 2 Goya Pigeon Peas 1 sliced pineapple 2 sliced mushrooms 1 tuna. 7 dozen eggs out of date 10-22-12. Product stored on shelf not out for retail.Remove and monitor

Why This Matters

Improper temperatures allow rapid bacterial growth, potentially causing severe foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 01.3.202
⚠️ CRITICAL 27-5-103.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Hot and Cold Water

5-202-.12 Hot water at hand sink 64F must provide hot water at 110F.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 27.5.103
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11
✓ Corrected

Food Protection

Discontinue storage of beverages and shelf stable foods in basement due to undrained sewage and odors.

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 29-5-201/02.11
✓ Corrected

Installed and Maintained

Sump pump in basement backed up and hand sink not draining. Repair and supply a detailed licensed plumbers report.

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 29.5.201
• MINOR 32-6-301.11-02.11
✓ Corrected

Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

No hand soap at hand wash sink. Clean restroom to remove soils in mop sink and to sanitze for orders. Provide

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 42-6-501.113/.114
✓ Corrected

Premises Maintained

Maintenance equipment properly stored off the ground.

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 42.6.501
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department