MELA RESTAURANT
FAILMonday, January 6, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Violations Cited
590.005/5-402.11-P
Backflow Prevention (P)
No backflow prevention on both prep sinks. Contact licensed plumber to install backflow preventers on prep sinks. Provide invoice from licensed plumber on company letterhead.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
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.
590.005/5-205.12-PF
Prohibiting a Cross Connection (Pf)
Observed a leak under the 3 bay sink. Contact licensed plumber to repair leak. Provide an invoice from a licensed plumber on company letterhead.
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 food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-302.11-C
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Observed multiple food items being stored with no covering. Provide proper lids/covering on food items.
Why This Matters
DIRECT CONTAMINATION PATH: Raw chicken contains Salmonella (23% of samples) and Campylobacter (71% of samples). One drop of raw chicken juice can contaminate entire shelf below. Results in 1-3 million US illnesses annually.
Code Requirements
REORGANIZE IMMEDIATELY - Top to bottom: Ready-to-eat foods, Fish/Seafood (145°F), Whole meat/pork (145°F), Ground meat (155°F), Poultry (165°F) on bottom. Use separate coolers if needed. Cover all foods. Train all staff on proper order.