🚨 Recent Restaurant Closures 🚨

Mcdonalds

FAIL

Monday, May 7, 2012 at 3:54 PM

Address
200 LOGAN AIRPORT TRMNL B
East Boston, MA 02128
Category
FT
Violations
7 total
⚠️ 2 critical
Facility History
22 inspections
8 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 12-2-401.11-.12

Good Hygienic Practices

observed employee prepping salads stop answer cell phone put away cell phone and continue prepping without washing hands. Review good hygienic practices as well as good hand washing practices while prepping food.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 12.2.401
⚠️ CRITICAL 31-5-204/05.11

Location Accessible

do not block access to hand sinks and do not store anything in or around hand sinks. Keep all hand sinks open and accessable at alll times.

Why This Matters

FORCED NON-COMPLIANCE: Blocked sinks force employees to skip handwashing. Studies show 89% compliance when sinks accessible vs 35% when blocked. Each skipped handwash potentially contaminates multiple food items. Inaccessible sinks contributed to Hepatitis A outbreak affecting 660 people.

Code Requirements

Handwashing sinks must be: Accessible at ALL times; Used ONLY for handwashing; Located within 25 feet of food prep; Clear of all equipment and supplies; Never used for food prep, dishwashing, or chemical disposal; Minimum one sink per 5 workers during peak times.

Corrective Actions

Clear ALL handwashing sinks immediately; Post 'Handwashing Only' signs; Relocate any blocking equipment; Provide alternative sinks for other uses; Train staff on sink designation; Monitor hourly for compliance

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005(D) | FDA Code: Section 5-204.11, 5-205.11
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

do not store anything on top of ice machine. Provide cover for ice storage container at service line.

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 17-4-204.112/.115

Equipment Thermometers

provide thermometers for all refrigerators without one.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 17.4.204
• MINOR 17-4-302.14

Test Kit Provided

provide test kit for low temp glass washer in kitchen

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 17.4.302
• MINOR 21-3-304.14

Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize

keep wiping cloths in sanitizing solution when not being used.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 21.3.304
• MINOR 36-6-201.11

Floors Designed Constructed Installed

keep all supplies at least 6 inches off floor.

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

FDA Code: Section 36.6.201
View Facility Profile →
Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department