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Monday, December 11, 2023 at 6:32 PM

Address
720 E BROADWAY
South Boston, MA 02127
Category
FT
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
36 inspections
20 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.005/5-205.15-P

System Maintained in Good Repair (P)

No food prep sink. Install with indirect waste drain.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-301.12-PF

Manual Warewashing Sink Compartment Requirements (Pf)

Two compartment sink in place. Install three compartment sink or apply for variance for two compartment sink.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
⚠ MAJOR 590.005/5-203.11-PF
✓ Corrected

Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities (Pf)

One handsink in business aside from restroom. Rear prep area with smoker does not have a handsink. Install.

Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION CYCLE: Using handwash sink for dishes spreads grease and food particles, making hand cleaning ineffective. Staff avoid dirty sinks, reducing handwashing by 60%. Creates breeding ground for bacteria at the most critical hygiene point.

Code Requirements

STOP all non-handwashing use immediately. Handwash sinks for HANDS ONLY. Clean and sanitize sink completely. Post signage 'HANDWASHING ONLY'. Designate separate sinks for food prep and dishwashing. Retrain all staff.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR L1

No allergen poster in employee work area. Post. Emailed allergen poster to the PIC & sesame information.

Why This Matters

Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected

Code Requirements

Must comply with all applicable food code requirements

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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department