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Liberty Diner

FAIL

Monday, December 23, 2019 at 3:15 PM

Address
1003 MASSACHUSETTS AV
South End, MA 02118
Category
FS
Violations
7 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
88 inspections
51 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003(C)/3-301.11-P

Preventing Contamination from Hands (P)

Witnessed staff cutting ham with no gloves on. This was corrected but will need to be reviewed with all staff working with food.

Why This Matters

Inadequate handwashing is a leading cause of foodborne illness transmission

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003(C). Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(C) | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-302.13-PF

Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)

PIC could not find the measuring device for the dishwasher. He will need to provide on at re-inspection.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
β€’ MINOR 590.003/3-304.14-C

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Provide a bucket with sanitizer in kitchen area for staff to store wiping clothes. Discontinue to store wiping clothes on soiled railing going to basement.

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
β€’ MINOR 590.004/4-101.19-C

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Clean exterior of cooking equipment shelves in walk in and kitchen area. Defrost freezer in kitchen area of ice build up.

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
β€’ MINOR 590.004/4-501.15-C

Warewashing Machines Manufacturers’ Operating Instructions (C)

Dishwasher not working properly to manufactures instructions. Dishwasher not switching over to rinse cycle and temerature not reaching proper temperature. PIC will discontinue to use and go to disposable plates until repaired later today.

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
β€’ MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Clean the walls and ceiling in walk in. Visibly soiled. Clean walls and celiing in kitchen prep and cooking areas. Visibly soiled.

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
β€’ MINOR 590.006/6-201.17-C

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

Clean condencer and fan covers for condencer in walk in both visibly soiled. Clean hood filters visibly soiled. Hood sticker due the end of Dec. 2019

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department