Otto Pizza
PASS W/ CONDITIONSMonday, March 6, 2023 at 9:45 PM
Violations Cited
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Priority and repeat violations. Provide active managerial control. Provide barrier to kitchen between dining room to prevent entrance of unauthorized personell.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
No V&D kit on site. Provide. Emailed procedures.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003(D)/3-501.19-PF
Time as a Public Health Control ( Pf)
Submit written procedures to the health division @ isdhealth@boston.gov and discontinue holding pizza at room temperature until it is properly done so per the 2013 food code requirements for TPHC. Emailed requirements to Management.
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(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
What appears to be mice dropping in several areas including next to soda cooler under and around where pizza boxes are stored in dining area/kitchen under clean equipmet storage rack in kitchen. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection.
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.
590.004/4-903.12-C
Prohibitions (C)
Other contamination areas: Pizza boxes are being stored on upside down soda crates in dining area and kitchen with what appears to be rodent droppings in surrounding area on floor and underneath. Store boxes in protected areas 6" off the floor. Clean and sanitize all affected areas.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-201.16-C
Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)
Floors in basement storage room with exposed concrete and missing paint. Seal with cleanable materials.
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
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Hole in window framing material where it meets the brick next wall above pizza box storage in dining room. Seal with pest proof materials.
Why This Matters
PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.
Code Requirements
Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.