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Pho Pasteur

PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at 5:34 PM

Address
682 WASHINGTON ST
Chinatown, MA 02111
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
Facility History
89 inspections
41 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

A container of raw chicken was observed above a crate of whole tomatoes in the walk-in. Other storage was acceptable. Store vegetables above or opposite raw meats.

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 16-4-501.11/.15

Dishwashng Facilities

The temperature gauge (wash cycle) should be repaired. It is not recording. The drain board on the soiled side of the dish washer is leaking. The leak should be repaired.

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 16.4.501
• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Floors

Clean the floor of the walk-in freezer to remove the frozen debris on the floor.

Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RESERVOIR: Damaged floors harbor bacteria in cracks. Standing water breeds Listeria, Pseudomonas. Broken tiles create pest harborage. Floor contamination spreads via shoes, equipment wheels, and dropped items. CDC found floor drains positive for Listeria in 40% of retail delis.

Code Requirements

Floors must be: Smooth and non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains (1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot); Coving at wall junctures sealed; No cracks, holes, or missing tiles; Grout intact and sealed; Cleaned daily or more frequently; Dry except when cleaning.

Corrective Actions

Schedule floor repairs within 30 days; Seal all cracks immediately with approved sealant; Improve drainage to eliminate standing water; Increase cleaning frequency; Replace missing tiles; Re-grout as needed; Remove any carpeting from food areas

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(A) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department