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Mud House

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Thursday, November 15, 2018 at 3:17 PM

Address
389 NEPONSET AVE
Dorchester, MA 02122
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
40 inspections
12 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-102.11

PIC Knowledge

No on site with a current Food Safety Certification. Provide documentation of at least one full tie employee whob has been enrolled in some form of Food Safety course for the re-inspection.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper management & personnel procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

• MINOR 24-4-904.11AB

Improper Storage of Re-usable Utensils

Interior of the single door upright refrigeration unit with excess frost build-up. Defrost and clean to remove. Unit was operating at below 41F at the time of the inspection.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 24.4.904
• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Floors

Floor in the basement appears to be leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.

Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RESERVOIR: Damaged floors harbor bacteria in cracks. Standing water breeds Listeria, Pseudomonas. Broken tiles create pest harborage. Floor contamination spreads via shoes, equipment wheels, and dropped items. CDC found floor drains positive for Listeria in 40% of retail delis.

Code Requirements

Floors must be: Smooth and non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains (1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot); Coving at wall junctures sealed; No cracks, holes, or missing tiles; Grout intact and sealed; Cleaned daily or more frequently; Dry except when cleaning.

Corrective Actions

Schedule floor repairs within 30 days; Seal all cracks immediately with approved sealant; Improve drainage to eliminate standing water; Increase cleaning frequency; Replace missing tiles; Re-grout as needed; Remove any carpeting from food areas

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