Did Pho Pasteur pass their Boston health inspection?

Pho Pasteur passed their inspection on December 14, 2009.

Where is Pho Pasteur located?

Pho Pasteur is located at 682 WASHINGTON ST, Boston, MA.

Pho Pasteur

Q: What critical health violations were found at Pho Pasteur?

Critical violation: Approved Source. SEVERE PUBLIC HEALTH THREAT: Unapproved sources bypass all safety controls. Home-prepared foods have caused botulism deaths. Uninspected meat may contain parasites, E. coli O157:H7, or BSE prions. Black market foods linked to tuberculosis, brucellosis outbreaks. Illegal dairy products cause Listeria infections killing 20% of victims. One contaminated batch can sicken hundreds across multiple locations.

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Monday, December 14, 2009 at 5:45 PM

Address

682 WASHINGTON ST

Chinatown, MA 02111

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 01-3-201.11

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Approved Source

Why This Matters

SEVERE PUBLIC HEALTH THREAT: Unapproved sources bypass all safety controls. Home-prepared foods have caused botulism deaths. Uninspected meat may contain parasites, E. coli O157:H7, or BSE prions. Black market foods linked to tuberculosis, brucellosis outbreaks. Illegal dairy products cause Listeria infections killing 20% of victims. One contaminated batch can sicken hundreds across multiple locations.

Code Requirements

ALL food MUST be from: Licensed, permitted, inspected suppliers; USDA inspected meat and poultry; Grade A dairy products; Approved shellfish dealers on Interstate Certified Shellfish Shippers List; No home-prepared foods EVER; No wild mushrooms unless certified; Documentation required for all suppliers; Invoices must be kept 90 days.

Corrective Actions

IMMEDIATE: Discard ALL food from unapproved sources; Obtain approved supplier list from health department; Verify all current suppliers are licensed; Create approved supplier program; Train receiving staff on checking sources; Post list of approved suppliers

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(A) | FDA Code: Section 3-201.11

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⚠️ CRITICAL 12-2-401.11-.12

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Good Hygienic Practices

Discontinue smoking.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 12.2.401

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⚠ MAJOR 22-4-601/602.11

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean

clean all contact surfaces.

Why This Matters

BIOFILM FORMATION: Visible soil indicates biofilms - communities of bacteria protected by slime layers that resist sanitizers. Biofilms on slicers have caused Listeria outbreaks killing 30% of victims. Meat slicer contamination sickened 300 across 6 states. Grease harbors Listeria which grows at refrigeration temperatures.

Code Requirements

Food contact surfaces must be: Visibly clean with no food debris; Free of grease accumulation; Smooth and cleanable; Cleaned and sanitized after each use; Cleaned every 4 hours if in continuous use; Equipment must be disassembled for cleaning when necessary.

Corrective Actions

Clean and sanitize ALL equipment immediately; Disassemble equipment for thorough cleaning; Establish cleaning schedule with assigned responsibilities; Use cleaning checklist; Train on proper disassembly; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11

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• MINOR 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12

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Food Container Labels

label all food containers

Why This Matters

Improper labeling can lead to using wrong or expired ingredients

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 02.3.602

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• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

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Food Protection

Provide bulk food grade containers for all open bags. Discontinue stacking Chicken on top of Beef containers. cover all foods in coolers.

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

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• MINOR 10-3-304.12

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Food Utensil Storage

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 10.3.304

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• MINOR 14-4-202.11

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Food Contact Surfaces Design

Provide food grade coverings. Remove towels. Replace all worn equipment.

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 14.4.202

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• MINOR 19-4-501.18-.110

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Wash Rinse Water Clean Proper Temperature.

Temp. 120 F Wash shall be 150 F

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 19.4.501

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• MINOR 21-3-304.14

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Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize

properly store all wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 21.3.304

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• MINOR 23-4-602.13

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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

clean all shelving grease encrusted equip. and all coolers.

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

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• MINOR 33-5-501.13-.17

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Adequate Number Frequency Vermin Proof

provide covers for all trash receptacles.

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 33.5.501

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• MINOR 34-5-501.111/.115

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Outside Storage Improperly Maintained

Clean exterior grounds.

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

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• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12

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Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

Rodent Proof exit door. Repair wall coverings at Staircase area.

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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Pho Pasteur

Violations Cited

Approved Source

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Corrective Actions

Good Hygienic Practices

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Food Contact Surfaces Clean

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Corrective Actions

Food Container Labels

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Food Protection

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Food Utensil Storage

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Food Contact Surfaces Design

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Wash Rinse Water Clean Proper Temperature.

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Corrective Actions

Adequate Number Frequency Vermin Proof

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Outside Storage Improperly Maintained

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Corrective Actions

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