MM Boston Coffee Bar-17th Floor
PASSTuesday, April 29, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Violations Cited
590.004/4-702.11-P
Before Use After Cleaning (P)
Noted high tem. dish machine 158F with irreversible device. Repair Discussed with PIC to use 3 Bay sink to wash rinse and sanitize
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Noted black spots in the ice machine. Clean to remove
Why This Matters
Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Noted hand sink had stored items in the basin. Remove. All hand sinks need to be clutter free and easily accesible for hand washing only.
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.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Missing hand drying device/Towels at the hand sink near the 3 bay sink. Provide
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.
590.006/6-501.110-C
Using Dressing Rooms and Lockers (C)
Noted personal items stored in the dry storage and on the 3 bay sink drain board. Discontinue and retrain staff to store personal items in the lockers
Why This Matters
EXTREME CONTAMINATION RISK: Shoes carry 421,000+ bacteria including E. coli (96% of shoes), C. diff (39% of shoes), and other fecal bacteria. Direct contact with food areas transfers these pathogens immediately. Studies show shoes track in more bacteria than toilet seats.
Code Requirements
Remove ALL personal items from food areas IMMEDIATELY. Establish designated storage: employee lockers/areas completely separate from food; at least 6 feet from any food prep; in separate room if possible. This is a CRITICAL violation requiring immediate correction.