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LAS PALMAS RESTAURANT

PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Wednesday, May 26, 2010 at 3:51 PM

Address
4337 WASHINGTON ST
Roslindale, MA 02131
Category
FS
Violations
7 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
34 inspections
15 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-101.11

Person in charge Assigned

Provide Certified Food Manager at this location who is a full time employee. Owner Ivan Diaz is not working at this location during the day and there is no one at this location able to make management decisions or answer food safety questions. Upon initial inspection Eddie was given infornmation regarding the upcoming classes. There must be another CFM besides Ivan Diaz listed for this location.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

• MINOR 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12
✓ Corrected

Food Container Labels

lavbel with common name of contents

Why This Matters

Improper labeling can lead to using wrong or expired ingredients

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 02.3.602
• MINOR 23-4-602.13
✓ Corrected

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

clean thoroughly to remove all soil and debris

Why This Matters

INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty surfaces attract pests, harbor bacteria, and contaminate via contact or air movement. Dust from dirty shelves contains allergens affecting 32 million Americans. Grease accumulation creates slip hazards causing 25% of restaurant injuries.

Code Requirements

Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned at frequency to prevent: Soil accumulation; Pest attraction; Contamination of food/food contact surfaces. Includes: Equipment exteriors; Shelving; Walls and ceilings; Light fixtures; Ventilation systems.

Corrective Actions

Deep clean all non-food contact surfaces; Create cleaning schedule with daily, weekly, monthly tasks; Assign cleaning zones to staff; Use degreaser for grease accumulation; Clean from top to bottom; Maintain cleaning log

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-602.13
• MINOR 32-6-301.11-02.11
✓ Corrected

Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

provide paper towels at sink to properly dry hands

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 32.6.301
• MINOR 37-6-201.11

Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed

Provide routine cleaning and maintenance by a trained and approved company. Per new city ordinance in 5/09 all hood and vent cleaning companies working in the city of Boston must be trained and approved by the Boston Fire Dept. Provide proof of an approved company and have service performed. Check www.cityofboston.gov/fire for ordinance requirements and list of approved companies.

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

FDA Code: Section 37.6.201
• MINOR 37-6-201.11
✓ Corrected

Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed

clean thoroughly to remove all soil and debris repaint or reseal where necessary

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

FDA Code: Section 37.6.201
• MINOR 37-6-201.11
✓ Corrected

Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed

paint or seal to provide clean durable non-porous surface

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

FDA Code: Section 37.6.201
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department