Mast' Restaurant
FAILWednesday, September 1, 2021 at 4:42 PM
Violations Cited
590.005/5-202.12-PF
Handwashing Sinks Installation (Pf)
The handwash sink in the pizza area is not working. Repair. (in the meantime employees will be trained to wash their hands at the adjacent bar)
Why This Matters
WITHOUT HOT WATER: Bacteria removal drops by 75%. Studies show proper handwashing with hot water and soap removes 99.9% of bacteria, while cold water only removes 25%. This dramatically increases risk of spreading E. coli, Salmonella, and Norovirus - responsible for 89% of foodborne illness outbreaks.
Code Requirements
Immediate action required: Provide hot water (100-120°F) at ALL handwashing sinks. Install water heater if needed. Temporary solution: heat water for handwashing until repairs complete. Staff must wash hands every 30 minutes, after touching face/hair, handling raw foods, using restroom.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
The handsink behind the bar is setup as a dump sink. Remove the strainer from the handsink and instruct employees to dump in the correct sink.
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.