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Mama's Place

FAIL

Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at 5:12 PM

Address
764 HUNTINGTON AV
Mission Hill, MA 02120
Category
FT
Violations
6 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
40 inspections
15 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.007/7-207.11-PF

Restriction and Storage-Medicines ( Pf)

Several bottles of prescription medication and other personal medications scattered throughout the food service area - remove from the food service location and keep segragated properly as discussed during 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 590.007. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007 | FDA Code: Section 7
• MINOR 590.002/2-402.11-C

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Food handler not wearing a proper hair restraint while preparing food all employees handling or working with food shall have a proper hair restaint to reduce potential contamination

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Handsink by the front counter does not have a barrier on the left side which contains a shelving unit with food related items address as discussed during inspection

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 590.005/5-203.13-C

Service Sink (C)

Segragate a proper enclosure for the soiled mops and bucket as discussed during inspection

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.16-C

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

Light above the three bay sink and food prep location does not have a proper cover address as discussed during inspection

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
• MINOR 590.006/6-305.11-C

Designation-Dressing Areas and Lockers (C)

Several items of personal clothing and belongings are scattered throughout the facility - provide an adaquate area away from foods and food service areas for employees to change clothing shoes ect. Lockers if needed

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
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