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Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at 5:21 PM

Address
20 DISTRICT AV
Dorchester, MA 02125
Category
FT
Violations
6 total
⚠️ 2 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
33 inspections
15 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.002/2-301.12-P

Cleaning Procedure (P)

Handsink behind the counter was completley dry and no evidence of handwashing until I washed my hands - Train staff to wash hands and don gloves after washing and thoroughly drying.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.007/7-204.11-P

Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)

Sanitizer solution set up in 3 bay sink was extremely high passing the 400PPM- Train staff to properly set up 3 bay sanitizer solution with the proper and safe concentration -PIC COS and was educated on the temperature and also correct concentration.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.007. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007 | FDA Code: Section 7
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Received the pest control for mice but there are several mature flies flying around the counter area - Provide a updated IPM style pest control targeting flies as well as rodents from a licensed pest control company

Why This Matters

SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.

Code Requirements

IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.002/2-402.11-C

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

At the time there was no hair restraaints being used - Train staff towear hair restraints when serving

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 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Behind counter toaster oven heavily soiled and microwaved is soiled - Clean to remove soils and remove if no longer using

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.005/5-205.15-C

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inside the enclosed service sink there is a constant flow of water coming from the pipes - PIC did not know where its from nor where it leads to- Repair to have flow of water to stop

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
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