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Nick's Pizza & Seafood/Broadway Best Pizza

FAIL

Wednesday, November 9, 2016 at 2:28 PM

Address
467 W BROADWAY
South Boston, MA 02127
Category
FT
Violations
11 total
⚠️ 2 critical
Facility History
43 inspections
20 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 41-7-206.12/.13
✓ Corrected

Pesticide Usage

Remove cans of Raid from the food service areas - only a properly licensed rodent control operator shall handle chemicals pertaing to rodents during business hours

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

No evidence of pests; Seal all openings; Remove harborage; Professional treatment when needed

FDA Code: Section 41.7.206
⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-102.11
✓ Corrected

PIC Knowledge

Missing allergen awareness certificate

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 05-4-302.12
✓ Corrected

Food Thermometers Provided

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 05.4.302
• MINOR 06-3-501.13
✓ Corrected

PHF's Properly Thawed

Beef thawing out at room temperature above the pizza oven - remove and thaw properly

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 08-3-305-307.11
✓ Corrected

Food Protection

Keep all raw chicken stored underneath produce in the walk-in unit - both items wrapped

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 13-2-304/402.11
✓ Corrected

Clean Cloths Hair Restraint

Provide clean outer garments for all staff working with food - hair restraints on staff where needed

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 13.2.304
• MINOR 21-3-304.14

Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize

Set up properly

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 21.3.304
• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Improper Maintenance of Floors

Clean floors throughout the facility from all visible soils

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
• MINOR 37-6-201.11
✓ Corrected

Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed

Expired sticker on hood - Address as discussecd in a reasonable time frame

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

FDA Code: Section 37.6.201
• MINOR 37-6-201.11
✓ Corrected

Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed

Repair back door - provide a door sweep

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

FDA Code: Section 37.6.201
• MINOR 42-5-203.13
✓ Corrected

Mop Sink not Provided

Enclose slop sink as discussed

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 42.5.203
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