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PETE'S SEAFOOD

FAIL

Wednesday, October 31, 2007 at 2:44 PM

Address
267 BOWDOIN ST
Dorchester, MA 02122
Category
FT
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
5 inspections
2 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.16

Hot Holding

internal temperature of pizza in hot holding display case was recorded at 89f the pizza shall be maintained at 140f or above or a one hour timer shall be provided and at the end of one hour the pizza shall be disposed of.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Maintain all hot TCS foods at 135°F or above; Cannot use hot holding equipment to reheat

FDA Code: Section 03.3.501
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

clean the ventilation exhaust hood and all attached equipment.2clean the interior of the pizza hot holding display case.3 clean the door tracts of the Beverage-airtwo door up right reach-inrefrigeration unit.4 cleanthe two frialators 5 elevate all food products off of the walk-in refrigeration floor by at least six inches .milk crates pallets etc are unacceptable .

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 08.3.305
• MINOR 23-4-602.13

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

cleanthe shelves in the walk-in refrigeration unit.

Why This Matters

INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty surfaces attract pests, harbor bacteria, and contaminate via contact or air movement. Dust from dirty shelves contains allergens affecting 32 million Americans. Grease accumulation creates slip hazards causing 25% of restaurant injuries.

Code Requirements

Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned at frequency to prevent: Soil accumulation; Pest attraction; Contamination of food/food contact surfaces. Includes: Equipment exteriors; Shelving; Walls and ceilings; Light fixtures; Ventilation systems.

Corrective Actions

Deep clean all non-food contact surfaces; Create cleaning schedule with daily, weekly, monthly tasks; Assign cleaning zones to staff; Use degreaser for grease accumulation; Clean from top to bottom; Maintain cleaning log

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-602.13
• MINOR 37-6-201.11

Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed

clean the ceiling attached light fixture covers in the dining area.

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

FDA Code: Section 37.6.201
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department