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Liberty Diner

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Friday, December 4, 2020 at 7:50 PM

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

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.002/2-301.11-P
✓ Corrected

Clean condition-Hands and Arms (P)

Cook is unable to properly wash hands because the hot water faucet is not working in the kitchen.

Why This Matters

Inadequate handwashing is a leading cause of foodborne illness transmission

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-501.112-PF

Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)

High temp dish machine gauge reading 90F irreversible temperature measuring device reading 158F. / Repair to provide a rinse temp of 180F-194F and a reading of 160F or higher on the irreversible temperature measuring device All cups dished and utensils will move to disposables. Kitchen utensils can be washed rinsed and sanitized in the 3 bay sink at the bar until repairs are made Chlorine at 3 bay sink 50ppm - ok

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 temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
⚠ MAJOR 590.005/5-205.11-PF
✓ Corrected

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

The hot water faucet is not working on the hand sink / Ensure hot water is available at the hand sink at all times.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
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