Ming's Supermarket
FAILThursday, June 18, 2020 at 1:55 PM
Violations Cited
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
Compliance with Food Law (P)
Live frogs observed for sale behind the counter in the meat department. Discontinue all sales of live frogs unless otherwise authorixed by the City of Boston Health Department.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003(A). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-306.13-PF
(B) and (C) Consumer Self-Service Operations (Pf)
Live craw fish and other vegetables observed being out for self service. Discontinue all self service of foods.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-305.12-C
Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)
Raw frozen shellfish observed being stored on the ground in the seafood department. Discontinue and store all food products elevated a minimum of 6 inches off the ground.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-307.11-C
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Whole produce observed being stored under the drip tray of compressor that appears to be leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs. Relocate produce/fruit to ensure no contamination from drainage water.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-501.13-C
Thawing (C)
Raw frozen shellfish observed being left out at room temperatrue to defrost. Discontinue and ensure proper thawing methods are in place.
Why This Matters
SURFACE CONTAMINATION: Room temperature thawing allows surface to reach 70°F+ while interior frozen. Bacteria multiply 7-fold every hour. Creates perfect conditions for Salmonella, Campylobacter growth. Major factor in poultry-related illnesses.
Code Requirements
Approved thawing methods ONLY: Under refrigeration (best), Under cold running water (70°F) in sink, In microwave if cooking immediately, As part of cooking process. NEVER at room temperature. Plan ahead for slow thawing.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Drip tray of compressor in the produce walk-in doesn not appear or be draining properly. Address and make any necessary repairs. Drip tray on 2 compressors of the large walk-in produce cooler not drainging properly and dripping on the ground. Address and make any necessary repairs. Storage rackk inside of the meat walk-in with what appears to be heavy rust build up. Replace.
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.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Cutting Surfaces (C)
One side of the cutting board in the meat department with heavy score marks and visibly soiled. Resurface or rotate.
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.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Excess moisture observed on the basement storage floor. Clean to remove and address. At the time of the inspection there was not any active leaks observed.
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.
590.005/5-205.15-C
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Pipe under the hand sink in the seafood department appears to be leaking. Drainage pipe in the seafood department is not securely connected. Address and make all necessary repairs.
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.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Controlling Pests (C)
Evidence of fly activity noted in the basement storage area. Address. Pest control is on site once a week to conducts inspections.
Why This Matters
SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.
Code Requirements
IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.