Little Pizza King
FAILWednesday, October 23, 2019 at 5:52 PM
Violations Cited
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Every Food Establishment must now have written procedures for responding to and clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events - Provide written policy and kit
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. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-302.12-PF
Food Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)
Provide thin probe food thermometer
Why This Matters
TEMPERATURE ABUSE: Without thermometers, 73% of foods are held at unsafe temperatures. Bacteria double every 20 minutes between 41-135°F. Undercooked ground beef (not reaching 155°F) causes E. coli outbreaks affecting hundreds.
Code Requirements
Provide calibrated probe thermometers immediately: One per cook station minimum, Range -40°F to 200°F, Accurate to ±2°F, Calibrate daily in ice water (32°F). Check temps every 2 hours for holding, always for cooking.
590.002/2-402.11-C
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Food handlers not wearing hair restraints
Why This Matters
CONTAMINATION RISK: Average person sheds 50-100 hairs daily. Each hair can carry up to 1 million bacteria. Staphylococcus aureus from hair causes rapid food poisoning (1-6 hours) with severe nausea, vomiting, and cramps. Cannot be killed by reheating once toxin forms.
Code Requirements
All staff handling food MUST wear: hairnets, caps, or effective hair restraints covering all hair; beard nets for facial hair over 1/4 inch; no loose hair touching shoulders. Provide hair restraints for all staff immediately.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Mop sink is not enclosed - Stored soda bottles next to mop sink - Basement Open foods not stored in food grade covered containers - Kitchen/prep No splash guards at hand sinks next to food prep - Kitchen/prep areas
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.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Built up soils on exterior of bulk food containers - Kitchen/prep/ware washing Built up soils on shelving in walk in units
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.
590.004/4-501.11-C
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Chipped paint on shelving in walk in unit Rust on bottom shelf of prep table - Kitchen/prep/ware washing area
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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Stained and broken ceiling tiles - Basement Ceiling tiles not smooth durable non absorbant and easily cleanable above basement prep area Wall in disrepair above 3 bay sink and basement prep areas Dust on ceiling vent in walk in unit and above walk in unit - main level Sceen door not secure (openings/gaps) - Mesh screening not secure - Back egress
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
590.006/6-201.14-C
Floor Carpeting Restrictions and Installation (C)
Carpet mat in basement - Remove
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
590.006/6-202.14-C
Toilet Rooms Enclosed (C)
Employee bathroom door not self closing
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.
590.006/6-301.14-C
Handwashing Signage (C)
No signage reminding employees to wash hands before returning to work at hand sinks in prep areas
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 personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Remove all unused and unnecessary articles/equipment (organize) - Basement Personal items stored in food storage areas
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.