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NEW SAIGON SANDWICH INC.

FAIL

Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at 3:24 PM

Address
696 WASHINGTON ST
Chinatown, MA 02111
Category
FT
Violations
6 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
32 inspections
11 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 01-3-602.11 B2

Labeling of Ingredients

The products for retail sale should have proper labels. The white ham wrapped in leaves was not labeled.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 01.3.602
• MINOR 04-3-501.15/4-301.11

Inadequate Facilities/Cooling Methods

Teriyaki beef at the deli counter and rice and chicken/beef dishes within the retail case ranged in temperature from 49 to 56 degrees F. According to the staff the product is cooked then placed directly into the retail packaging or into the deli case without prior cooling. The product should be properly cooled before placing it into the retail or deli areas.

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 04.3.501
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

Discontinue the storage of whole shelled eggs on the top shelf of the refrigerator to prevent cross contamination.The raw chicken should be stored or the bottom shelf of the refrigerator.

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 08.3.305
• MINOR 15-4-202.16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

Clean to remove the following: 1) the mold from the ice scoop 2) the food debris from the interior of the deli counter and 3) the food debris and dust from the small brown refrigerator beside the retail case and the shelving to the refrigerator in the rear of the store.

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 32-6-301.11-02.11

Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

Clean and properly label the hand sink.

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 36-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Floors

Clean the floor beneath the equipment.

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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