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Ocean Prime

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Tuesday, October 2, 2018 at 4:01 PM

Address
100 PIER 4 BL
Boston, MA 02210
Category
FS
Violations
6 total
⚠️ 3 critical
Facility History
33 inspections
10 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 01-3-101/701.11

Spoilage Unsafe Food

Establishment pre shucking oysters.Observed uncovered pre shucked oysters in reach in cooler at raw bar. Discontinue. CFPM voluntarilly discarded pre shucked oysters.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 01.3.101
⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-103.11

PIC Performing Duties

CFPM not monitoring adherence to HACCP plan proper storage and serving of shellfish food protection and access to handwash facilities. Provide active managerial control as it is defined in the 1999 food code .

Why This Matters

EXTREME RISK: Without active management, ALL five CDC risk factors go unchecked. Studies show restaurants without certified managers have 2.5 times more critical violations. Lack of supervision leads to: temperature abuse (bacteria double every 20 minutes), cross-contamination spreading pathogens, sick employees working with food, improper cooking allowing pathogen survival. This single violation enables conditions for major outbreaks.

Code Requirements

PIC MUST: Be present during ALL operating hours; Hold valid food safety certification; Actively monitor employee health and hygiene; Ensure proper cooking, cooling, and holding temperatures; Verify foods from approved sources; Monitor handwashing compliance; Ensure equipment properly sanitized; Take immediate corrective actions for violations; Demonstrate knowledge to health inspector; Train and supervise all food employees.

Corrective Actions

IMMEDIATE: Designate qualified PIC immediately; If no certified manager available, cease operations; Implement active managerial control system; Create monitoring logs for all CDC risk factors; Retrain management on responsibilities; Post PIC duties checklist

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(B) | FDA Code: Section 2-103.11
⚠️ CRITICAL M-8-103.12

Conformance w/ Approved Procedures

No HACCP plan found at sushi station. Logs for rice not up to date. No demonstration of testing of sushi rice. Adhere to HACCP plan submitted to health division at all times and retrain staff. Maintain copy of HACCP plan at sushi bar.

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 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

Technician working on rerigerated unit with door open with exposed open foods inside. Provide adequate food protection and remove foods from refrigerated units when being serviced. CFPM relocated product to walkin cooler holding at 38F.

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 16-4-501.11/.15

Dishwashng Facilities

High temperature rinse gauge and wash temperature gauge inoperable. Repair/replace.

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 16.4.501
• MINOR 24-4-903.11

Clean Equipment & Utensils Storage

Observed knives and serving utensils stored in standing water and sanitizer. Discontinue. Wash/rinse/sanitize/air dry all knives and utensils after each use. Utilize dipwell for ice cream scoop storage.

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 24.4.903
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department