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Friday, April 28, 2017 at 4:16 PM

Address
20 MAVERICK SQ
East Boston, MA 02128
Category
FT
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
14 inspections
3 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 01-3-602.11 B2
✓ Corrected

Labeling of Ingredients

Some packaged bakery items without proper labeling of ingridients. Provide proper labels with all ingridients.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 01.3.602
⚠ MAJOR 22-4-601/602.11
✓ Corrected

Food Contact Surfaces Clean

Ice machine with soiled interior. Clean properly.

Why This Matters

BIOFILM FORMATION: Visible soil indicates biofilms - communities of bacteria protected by slime layers that resist sanitizers. Biofilms on slicers have caused Listeria outbreaks killing 30% of victims. Meat slicer contamination sickened 300 across 6 states. Grease harbors Listeria which grows at refrigeration temperatures.

Code Requirements

Food contact surfaces must be: Visibly clean with no food debris; Free of grease accumulation; Smooth and cleanable; Cleaned and sanitized after each use; Cleaned every 4 hours if in continuous use; Equipment must be disassembled for cleaning when necessary.

Corrective Actions

Clean and sanitize ALL equipment immediately; Disassemble equipment for thorough cleaning; Establish cleaning schedule with assigned responsibilities; Use cleaning checklist; Train on proper disassembly; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11
✓ Corrected

Food Protection

Some soiled equipment stored right above handwashing sink. Discontinue store equipment behind splash guards.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 08.3.305
• MINOR 29-5-201/02.11
✓ Corrected

Installed and Maintained

Handwashing sink with low water pressure at the hot water faucet. Provide hot water with proper pressure.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 29.5.201
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department