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Thursday, January 23, 2020 at 5:36 PM

Address
190 NORTH ST
North End, MA 02109
Category
FS
Violations
8 total
⚠️ 2 critical
⚠ 5 major
Facility History
58 inspections
25 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.002/2-301.14-P

When to Wash (P)

Both sinks in the kitchen are blocked. Train employees and monitor handwashing so when a sink is blocked employees know to move items so they can wash their hands.

Why This Matters

ILLNESS TRANSMISSION: 70% of foodborne outbreaks traced to poor handwashing. Unwashed hands after restroom carry 10 billion bacteria including E. coli. One contaminated hand can spread bacteria to 7 surfaces in 10 seconds. Causes 48 million illnesses annually.

Code Requirements

Wash hands for 20 seconds minimum with soap and 100°F water: After restroom ALWAYS, Before food prep, After touching face/hair/clothing, Between raw and ready-to-eat foods, After handling garbage, Every 30 minutes during continuous prep, After any contamination risk.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.004/4-602.11-P

Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (P)

The interior of the ice machine is soiled with moldlike buildup. Clean to remove.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

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 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

There are multiple repeat violations and priority violations. Provide a manager during all operational hours that is trained and can monitor food safety. There is no verification that employees have been trained in illness policy. Properly train employees in illness policy and show proof that employees are being trained.

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(B). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(B) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-203.12-PF

Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)

They are saving the shellstock tags but they're not organized and the date the bag wsa emptied is not marked on the tag. Properly mark the tags the day the bag was emptied and keep them organized for 90 days.

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-204.112-PF

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (Pf)

There is no irreversible thermometer available to verify the temperatures of the dishwasher. (They ordered one online during the 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
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-204.115-PF

Warewashing Machines Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)

The final rinse gauge is not moving. Repair or replace gauge. (The sink was setup with sanitizer and all items wiil be manually sanitized until the temperature of the machine can verified)

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.005/5-203.11-PF

Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities (Pf)

The handsinks in the kitchen are both blocked with equipment. Keep the sinks clean so employees can wash their hands. (employees moved the equipment and were able to access sinks)

Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION CYCLE: Using handwash sink for dishes spreads grease and food particles, making hand cleaning ineffective. Staff avoid dirty sinks, reducing handwashing by 60%. Creates breeding ground for bacteria at the most critical hygiene point.

Code Requirements

STOP all non-handwashing use immediately. Handwash sinks for HANDS ONLY. Clean and sanitize sink completely. Post signage 'HANDWASHING ONLY'. Designate separate sinks for food prep and dishwashing. Retrain all staff.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

There is food buildup on the refrigerators and along the cooking equipment. Clean to remove.

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
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