Ming's Supermarket
FAILThursday, November 17, 2022 at 3:35 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-306.13-P
(A) Consumer Self-Service Operations (P)
Live blue crab for self-service sale. Frozen fish balls for self-service sale. Removed by PIC. Discontinue offering crab and fish balls for self-service to avoid contamination from consumers.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
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.
590.003/3-203.12-PF
Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)
Shell stock tag missing for surf clams. PIC provided invoice. Store tags with shell fish until sold then hold tag for 90 days.
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.
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Food Labels (Pf)
Frozen fish and octopus packaged for sale without labels. Ensure all packaged foods are correctly labeled.
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 labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-404.11-PF
Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)
Dented cans on retail shelf. Potentially compromised jars of fermented tofu on retail shelf. Discard or hold separately for credit any damaged cans or jarred foods that appear to have leaked.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Mouse droppings behind bags of dried herbs. Starch build-up on floor under starch shelf. Clean areas and monitor for activity.
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.