PEACH FARM RESTAURANT
PASSTuesday, August 8, 2023 at 3:04 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-302.11-P
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Raw fish crab frog and oysters stored above produce in reach-in cooler. Corrected on site. Store all raw meat products below produce to prevent contamination
Why This Matters
DIRECT CONTAMINATION PATH: Raw chicken contains Salmonella (23% of samples) and Campylobacter (71% of samples). One drop of raw chicken juice can contaminate entire shelf below. Results in 1-3 million US illnesses annually.
Code Requirements
REORGANIZE IMMEDIATELY - Top to bottom: Ready-to-eat foods, Fish/Seafood (145°F), Whole meat/pork (145°F), Ground meat (155°F), Poultry (165°F) on bottom. Use separate coolers if needed. Cover all foods. Train all staff on proper order.
590.003/3-501.15-PF
(A )Cooling Methods (Pf)
Cooked duck and chicken in walk-in cooler covered with plastic at 70F. PIC stated cooked in past 2 hours. Cool cooked foods uncovered to allow for rapid cooling.
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 food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.007/7-102.11-PF
Common Name-Working Containers (Pf)
Grill cleaner stored in old vinegar jugs without label naming chemical. Discontinue storing toxic chemicals in old food containers. If storing grill cleaner in container other than original then ensure container is labeled with chemical name
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.007. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Rat droppings in upstairs storage area under linen containers and shelves. Clean and monitor for activity. Provide current pest report
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.
590.006/6-501.112-C
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Dead roaches on glue traps under 3 compartment sink in upstairs prep area. Discard traps to avoid contamination
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.