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J.P. LICKS @ BRIGHAM CIRCLE

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at 5:09 PM

Address
1618 TREMONT ST
Mission Hill, MA 02120
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
Facility History
56 inspections
17 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 590.002/2-402.11-C

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Ensure all employees working with ready to eat foods are wearing proper hair restraints

Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RISK: Average person sheds 50-100 hairs daily. Each hair can carry up to 1 million bacteria. Staphylococcus aureus from hair causes rapid food poisoning (1-6 hours) with severe nausea, vomiting, and cramps. Cannot be killed by reheating once toxin forms.

Code Requirements

All staff handling food MUST wear: hairnets, caps, or effective hair restraints covering all hair; beard nets for facial hair over 1/4 inch; no loose hair touching shoulders. Provide hair restraints for all staff immediately.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2
• MINOR 590.003/3-305.11-C

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Ensure all foods are being stored off the floors a minimum of six inches when storing as discussed

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.006/6-301.14-C

Handwashing Signage (C)

Clearly and properly identify all designated hand sinks as such " HAND WASHING ONLY "

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

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
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