Navarrete Restaurant
PASS W/ CONDITIONSTuesday, September 7, 2021 at 2:26 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.14-P
Cooling (P)
Large deep plastic containers with products cooked 5 hours prior to the inspection at 58F. Reviewed procedures for cooling with the CFPM and products were removed from the plastic containers and placed in shallow metal pans to finish cooling to 41F or below
Why This Matters
TOXIN FORMATION: Clostridium perfringens spores survive cooking and germinate during slow cooling. Produce toxin that causes violent illness. Responsible for 1 million illnesses annually. Large batches can take 24+ hours to cool unsafely.
Code Requirements
Cool rapidly using: Shallow pans (2 inches max), Ice baths with stirring, Blast chiller, Cut large items into portions, Add ice as ingredient. NEVER cool at room temp. NEVER stack hot containers. Monitor with thermometer. Document cooling times.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Numerous containers of prepared products in refrigeration throughout with no labels- production/discard dates- 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 590.003. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Numerous expired flies noted in lower level storage Cans of raid noted throughout establishment Provide an updated pest control report from a licensed pest control company and use only products provided by the pest control company
Why This Matters
SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.
Code Requirements
IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.
590.006/6-202.11-C
Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)
Light shield missing over light in service area- Provide
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.