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Monday, May 16, 2022 at 4:43 PM

Address
1744 WASHINGTON ST
South End, MA 02118
Category
FT
Violations
14 total
⚠️ 2 critical
⚠ 4 major
Facility History
47 inspections
24 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P
✓ Corrected

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

45 Doz eggs stored at room temperature (74F). Must be store at or below 45F. Eggs have been discarded. PIC stated that eggs delivered yesterday.

Why This Matters

RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

Code Requirements

Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.007/7-203.11-P
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Poisonous or Toxic Material Containers-Container Prohibitions (P)

I found open bait for rodents on the floor in the kitchen area. PIC removed. Provide a pest control report.

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 food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007 | FDA Code: Section 7
⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
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(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

PIC / Owner will need to provide a pest control report from this up coming week and stop putting out open bait. Repaires will need to be made to all equipment and location (floors). Food Safety Certificate will need to be updated. General cleaning of location and hood on cooking line will need to be cleaned and inspected.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(D) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-501.17-PF
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Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Slioced meats not date marked in and refrigerators. Provide labels and dates.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-301.11-PF

Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)

At this time found three refrigerators not working. PIC has food stored in two small room style refrigerators and a commercial Pepsi refrigerator. PIC will need to provide proper working refrigeration for food in location. NS7 approved commercial grade equipment. 5-19-22 PIC has repaired one of the refrigeration units. He stated that he is working on getting the others fixed.

Why This Matters

Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Evidence of rodent dropings behind equipment. Clean to remove. One roach was seen also. Have pest control do an inspection and location will need to clean. 5-16-22 PIC has cleaned the floor but is waiting for pest control company to do inspection. He stated that they are coming in this week. At re-inspection provide pest control report.

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(C)/2-102.12-C

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Food Safety expired Jan 2022. PIC will need to provide a certificate for some that works at this location or paper work that some one is signed up for a class and its paid for. 5-16-22 PIC stated that he was signed up for a cleaa on 5-17-22 but his wife has Covid and was told not to go to the cleaa. At re-inspection PIC will need to provide a paid receipt with a date when you will be taken the class.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(C). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(C) | FDA Code: Section 2
• MINOR 590.003/3-305.11-C
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Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Food not properly covered in the freezer. Provide food grade storage bags.

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 590.003/3-307.11-C

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Small freezer in kitchen will need to have a new door install or replace the freezer. Door is not attached and is falling apart on the product in the freezer. Pizza dough machine is leaking. Discontinue to use until repaired. PIC stated has not nbeen used for a week. 5-16-22 Door / lid to freezer still falling apart. Address

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-202.16-C
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Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

PIC will need to clean all refrigeration units working and not working clean all shelves and prep areas. Soiled

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 590.004/4-202.18-C
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Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

PIC will need to clean hood filters and replace missing filters. Hood will need to be cleaned. Hood sticker expired April 2022.

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 590.006/6-101.11-C
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Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

PIC will need to install a screen door on the back door if door is going to be open. PIC will need to replace missing and broken floor tiles.

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 food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C
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Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Clean floor under and behind cooking equipment storage shelves and refrigeration equipment of grime and old rodent dropings. Clean floor arounf grease trap. Have grease trap cleaned if full.

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.14-C

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

PIC has cleaned the filters but the hood sticker is still expired. PIC stated that they are schduled to come in this week.

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 cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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