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MORTON'S PIZZERIA

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Thursday, December 29, 2016 at 2:09 PM

Address
896 MORTON ST
Dorchester, MA 02124
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
Facility History
42 inspections
18 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 14-4-202.11

Food Contact Surfaces Design

replace all scored cutting boards and defective equipment...remove moldy cutting boards..

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 14.4.202
• MINOR 15-4-202.16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

provide proper shelving 6 to 8 inches off the floor....seal all barewood shelving....reseal rusty shelving throughout kitchen and walkin...repair broken freezer chest with hanging loose door from hinges...adjust 3 comp. sink to wall and caulk as needed remove moldy caulking...replace missing door handle a 1 dr. freezer...

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 16-4-301.12

Three Compartment Sink

replace chipped and rusted air drying racks discontinue stacking all sanitized containers properly store to air dry...provide airdrying rack for all lids and cutting boards...

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 16.4.301
• MINOR 33-5-501.13-.17

Adequate Number Frequency Vermin Proof

provide covers for all trash receptacles at kitchen and restroom area....

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 33.5.501
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

clean ceiling fan..provide overhead protection at all freezer storage area exposed ceiling...clean walkin walls ceiling and fan covers..remove mold...plug up in wall restroom....adjust loose vent. in restroom....clean ceiling vent cover hood chain and attached dusty pipes at kitchen area....

Why This Matters

OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION: Peeling paint and debris fall into food. Condensation on ceilings drips bacteria onto prep surfaces. Studies found ceiling tiles harbor Bacillus cereus spores. Restaurant ceiling collapse contaminated food service for 200 guests.

Code Requirements

Walls/ceilings must be: Smooth and washable in food areas; Light-colored for easy soil detection; Free of holes, cracks, peeling paint; Sealed at all joints and attachments; Clean and free of grease, dust, cobwebs; Non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture.

Corrective Actions

Repair all holes within 14 days; Repaint with washable paint; Replace damaged ceiling tiles; Seal all penetrations; Clean walls and ceilings monthly; Fix any leaks immediately; Install FRP panels in splash zones

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(B) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department