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KITTY O'SHEA'S

PASS

Thursday, August 5, 2010 at 3:16 PM

Address
131 STATE ST
North End, MA 02109
Category
FS
Violations
8 total
⚠️ 4 critical
Facility History
23 inspections
9 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-403.11
✓ Corrected

Reheating

Food observed being reheated in steamtable(sheppards pie/stew at 57F.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 03.3.403
⚠️ CRITICAL 08-3-302.11/3-304.11
✓ Corrected

Separation Segregation Cross Contamination

Raw shelled eggs stored on top shelf over cooked and RTE foods.Raw fish stored in top floor walk-in on top shelf over rte foods as well as co-mingled products in same container.Properly store.Same issue on last Inspection.

Why This Matters

Cross-contamination can spread dangerous pathogens throughout the facility

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 08.3.302
⚠️ CRITICAL 12-3--301.11
✓ Corrected

Prevention of Contamination from Hands

Barehand contact observed from staff cutting tomatoes.

Why This Matters

Inadequate handwashing is a leading cause of foodborne illness transmission

Code Requirements

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

⚠️ CRITICAL 31-5-204/05.11
✓ Corrected

Location Accessible

Handsink in kitchen at 3bay sink blocked and has item in sink.

Why This Matters

FORCED NON-COMPLIANCE: Blocked sinks force employees to skip handwashing. Studies show 89% compliance when sinks accessible vs 35% when blocked. Each skipped handwash potentially contaminates multiple food items. Inaccessible sinks contributed to Hepatitis A outbreak affecting 660 people.

Code Requirements

Handwashing sinks must be: Accessible at ALL times; Used ONLY for handwashing; Located within 25 feet of food prep; Clear of all equipment and supplies; Never used for food prep, dishwashing, or chemical disposal; Minimum one sink per 5 workers during peak times.

Corrective Actions

Clear ALL handwashing sinks immediately; Post 'Handwashing Only' signs; Relocate any blocking equipment; Provide alternative sinks for other uses; Train staff on sink designation; Monitor hourly for compliance

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005(D) | FDA Code: Section 5-204.11, 5-205.11
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11
✓ Corrected

Food Protection

Use of non nsf-7 approved storage containers for food.Provide proper nsf-7 approved food storage containers.Employee drink stored directly in customer ice behind bar.Uncovered foods stored infront of handsink at hotline upstairs(Flour etc.)

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 15-4-202.16
✓ Corrected

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

drip lines missing at bar.

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 15.4.202
• MINOR 29-5-201/02.11
✓ Corrected

Installed and Maintained

Hot/cold running water in mens restroom doesn't continuously run fora 20 seconds.Provide.Hot water at 3bay sink handsink is too hot(130F-may need mixing valve).Code requirement is 120F.

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 32-6-501.11-.12/6-202.14
✓ Corrected

Toilet Enclosed Clean

Storage of non toiletries in 1sr floor handicap restroom.Remove items.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 32.6.501
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