Pavement Coffeehouse
FAILMonday, June 14, 2021 at 3:47 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Prepared foods labeled for holding beyond 7 days. House-made flavored cream cheeses labeled use by 6/25 7/2 and 7/3. Pickled vegetables labeled use by 7/3. Prepared foods must be discarded after 7 days unless demonstrated to be exempt through laboratory testing. PIC stated foods are prepared off site at the Western Ave. location. Provide recipes and procedures for cream cheeses pickled vegetables and any other foods held for more than 7 days.
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. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-302.12-PF
Food Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)
Thermometer provided measures surface temperatures not internal temperatures of foods such as eggs cooked to order. Provide probe thermometer.
Why This Matters
TEMPERATURE ABUSE: Without thermometers, 73% of foods are held at unsafe temperatures. Bacteria double every 20 minutes between 41-135°F. Undercooked ground beef (not reaching 155°F) causes E. coli outbreaks affecting hundreds.
Code Requirements
Provide calibrated probe thermometers immediately: One per cook station minimum, Range -40°F to 200°F, Accurate to ±2°F, Calibrate daily in ice water (32°F). Check temps every 2 hours for holding, always for cooking.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Mouse droppings along wall next to food storage refrigerator in kitchen area. Clean and monitor for any future activity.
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.
590.005/5-501.17-C
Toilet Room Receptacle Covered (C)
Both bathrooms without covered trash receptacles. Provide covered receptacles for staff and public bathrooms.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
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.
590.006/6-501.112-C
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Dead roach behind ice machine. Disposed of on site.
Why This Matters
DISEASE VECTORS: Flies carry 100+ pathogens, land on feces then food. Transfer 2 million bacteria per landing. Roaches spread 33 bacteria types, 6 parasitic worms. One roach can contaminate entire kitchen overnight. Major asthma trigger.
Code Requirements
Eliminate immediately: Kill visible pests, Find and eliminate breeding sites, Fix all screens/seal openings, Remove standing water, Clean drains weekly, Professional treatment if over 5 insects seen, Install fly lights/traps.