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Moon Flower House

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Monday, August 3, 2020 at 2:47 PM

Address
20 KNEELAND ST
Chinatown, MA 02111
Category
FT
Violations
5 total
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
18 inspections
9 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-203.11-PF
✓ Corrected

Temperature Measuring Devices Food-Accuracy (Pf)

No food thermometers were on site at the time of the inspection. Provide.

Why This Matters

BACTERIAL HARBORING: Cracks as small as 0.1mm harbor millions of bacteria protected from cleaning. Damaged cutting boards can contain 200 times more bacteria than toilet seats. Direct transfer to food with every use.

Code Requirements

Replace ALL damaged equipment immediately: cracked cutting boards, pitted pans, worn utensils. Use only smooth, non-porous materials. Resurface or replace within 7 days. No temporary repairs with tape/glue.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.11-PF
✓ Corrected

Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

No soap availale at the hand 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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.004/4-204.112-C
✓ Corrected

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

There was no equipment thermometer inside of the 2 door deli cooler. Provide.

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 temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.005/5-205.15-C
✓ Corrected

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Floor drain below the single bay sink near the bay is not draining properly possibly due to a sludge like build-up. Address and make any 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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.006/6-202.11-C
✓ Corrected

Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)

Several lights out above stove top and grill. Replace.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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