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L&4th Market

PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at 8:37 PM

Address
77 L ST
South Boston, MA 02127
Category
RF
Violations
2 total
Facility History
20 inspections
4 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 590.003/3-302.11-C

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)

Ensure all cases of soda water and chips are stored elevated off the floor a minimum of six inches during srorage as discussed

Why This Matters

DIRECT CONTAMINATION PATH: Raw chicken contains Salmonella (23% of samples) and Campylobacter (71% of samples). One drop of raw chicken juice can contaminate entire shelf below. Results in 1-3 million US illnesses annually.

Code Requirements

REORGANIZE IMMEDIATELY - Top to bottom: Ready-to-eat foods, Fish/Seafood (145°F), Whole meat/pork (145°F), Ground meat (155°F), Poultry (165°F) on bottom. Use separate coolers if needed. Cover all foods. Train all staff on proper order.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.005/5-501.111-C

Area Enclosures and Receptacles Good Repair (C)

Ensure covers on the dumpsters are closed tightly when not in use to reduce potential rodent activity in the area Clean to remove visible loose trash and debris scattered around the bottom of the dumpster area as well

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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