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MORTON'S PIZZERIA

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Monday, March 17, 2014 at 6:03 PM

Address
896 MORTON ST
Dorchester, MA 02124
Category
FS
Violations
8 total
⚠️ 2 critical
Facility History
42 inspections
18 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 08-3-302.11/3-304.11
✓ Corrected

Separation Segregation Cross Contamination

Raw eggs of the walk-in cooler observed being stored directly above ready to eat gratted cheese. Discontinue and store appropriately to ensure no cross contamination from raw eggs.

Why This Matters

Cross-contamination can spread dangerous pathogens throughout the facility

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 08.3.302
⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-103.11
✓ Corrected

PIC Performing Duties

Management unable to the proper method of settingup the 3 bay sink. Discontinue and ensure all staff have been properly trained on how to set up and use the 3 bay sink.

Why This Matters

EXTREME RISK: Without active management, ALL five CDC risk factors go unchecked. Studies show restaurants without certified managers have 2.5 times more critical violations. Lack of supervision leads to: temperature abuse (bacteria double every 20 minutes), cross-contamination spreading pathogens, sick employees working with food, improper cooking allowing pathogen survival. This single violation enables conditions for major outbreaks.

Code Requirements

PIC MUST: Be present during ALL operating hours; Hold valid food safety certification; Actively monitor employee health and hygiene; Ensure proper cooking, cooling, and holding temperatures; Verify foods from approved sources; Monitor handwashing compliance; Ensure equipment properly sanitized; Take immediate corrective actions for violations; Demonstrate knowledge to health inspector; Train and supervise all food employees.

Corrective Actions

IMMEDIATE: Designate qualified PIC immediately; If no certified manager available, cease operations; Implement active managerial control system; Create monitoring logs for all CDC risk factors; Retrain management on responsibilities; Post PIC duties checklist

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(B) | FDA Code: Section 2-103.11
• MINOR 06-3-501.13
✓ Corrected

PHF's Properly Thawed

Raw frozen fish observed being thawed at room temperature. Discontinue and ensure proper thawing methods are in place.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 06.3.501
• MINOR 15-4-202.16
✓ Corrected

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

Hand sink is damaged and separating from the wall inside restroom. Repair.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 15.4.202
• MINOR 26-4-502.13
✓ Corrected

Re-use of Single Service Articles

Small single use container being used for bulk food container of sugar. Discontinue and use a handled scoop to prevent contamination from hands.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 26.4.502
• MINOR 32-6-301.11-02.11
✓ Corrected

Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

No signage at hand sink near the 3 compartment sink. Provide.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 32.6.301
• MINOR 34-5-501.111/.115
✓ Corrected

Outside Storage Improperly Maintained

Outdside dumpster with lid left open. Discontinue and ensure lid remains closed in between uses to prevent any rodent activity.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 34.5.501
• MINOR 38-6-202.11
✓ Corrected

Fixture's not properly shielded

Several lights over preparation table and the Hobart stand mixer not shielded. Provide. Light inside of the upright Pepsei cooler not shielded. Provide.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 38.6.202
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