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Joshua's Deli

FAIL

Friday, August 30, 2019 at 3:37 PM

Address
42 BATTERYMARCH ST
North End, MA 02109
Category
FS
Violations
4 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
38 inspections
21 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.12-PF

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Hand sink in basement just outide restroom has no paper towels. Provide paper towels for the hand sink.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.003/3-304.14-C

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Multiple in use wiping cloths left on counter tops in prep areas. Keep all wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-501.11-C

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

clean the plastic glass between the hand sink and the prep table in the kitchen. Remove buildup of soils and debris.

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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Water buildup on basement floor. Clean basement floor remove water buildup from floor area. Hood filters and attachments to both hood systems have brease and soils buildup. Clean the hoods and all attachments remvoe buildup of grease and soils.

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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