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Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at 2:05 PM

Address
720 E BROADWAY
South Boston, MA 02127
Category
FT
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
17 inspections
8 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-103.11
✓ Corrected

PIC Performing Duties

8-404.11 Imminent Health Hazard. Sewerage leaking from rear of restaurant. Cease operations until repairs are made and clearance given from all involved city agencies. Provided imminent health hazard handout to the PIC Peter Chew. Peter Chew on site listed on permit as owner stated that he is the former owner. Jia Mai is current owner per Peter Chew on site. Current owner must apply for license at 1010 Massachusetts Avenue 4th Floor Health Division ASAP.

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
⚠ MAJOR 28-5-402.13
✓ Corrected

Sewage and Waste Water

Waste water protruding from crack on rear wall of business after running water at wok cookline and several sinks inside restaurant. Water seeping out of crack in back wall of building and leaking into storm drain in Rite Aid Parking lot. Make all necessary repairs and provide a detialed plumbers report.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 28.5.402
• MINOR 29-5-201/02.11
✓ Corrected

Installed and Maintained

Waste water slowing protruding from crack on rear wall of business with a stain trail on asphalt leading to storm drain. Storm drain area is odorous. Determine source of waste water and make all necessary repairs. Provide a detailed plumber report stating repairs made.

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 29.5.201
• MINOR 34-5-501.111/.115
✓ Corrected

Outside Storage Improperly Maintained

Outside dumpster storage area with grease stains and soils on asphalt trash and debri around dumpster and waste oil container. Clean to remove. Dumpster on wheels stopped by cinder block on an incline remove wheels on dumpster as it poses a safety hazard should the dumpster be bumped from cinder block being used as a stop block.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 34.5.501
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

Rear outside wall to establishment with visible crack & void where wall meets the asphalt parking lot. Seal.

Why This Matters

OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION: Peeling paint and debris fall into food. Condensation on ceilings drips bacteria onto prep surfaces. Studies found ceiling tiles harbor Bacillus cereus spores. Restaurant ceiling collapse contaminated food service for 200 guests.

Code Requirements

Walls/ceilings must be: Smooth and washable in food areas; Light-colored for easy soil detection; Free of holes, cracks, peeling paint; Sealed at all joints and attachments; Clean and free of grease, dust, cobwebs; Non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture.

Corrective Actions

Repair all holes within 14 days; Repaint with washable paint; Replace damaged ceiling tiles; Seal all penetrations; Clean walls and ceilings monthly; Fix any leaks immediately; Install FRP panels in splash zones

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(B) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department