PHU CUONG MARKET(1188 Dor. Ave.)
PASSThursday, August 4, 2022 at 5:21 PM
Violations Cited
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
Compliance with Food Law (P)
Discontinue to sell any products that are made in a private home. PIC stated that deserts are made at home and sold at front counter out of temperature and not properly labled. PIC voluntarily discarded in bag and denatured with bleach. Discontinue
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003(A). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Home made deserts at front counter out at room temperature. All food must be stored at 41F or below at all times.
Why This Matters
RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.
Code Requirements
Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Food Labels (Pf)
All packaged will need to be labeled. Deserts not labled with ingredients and location product is made.
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 labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Product in walk in was not covered. PIC stated that it was going into the trash. It looks like it was just ground up? Product on the floor in both walk ins on retail floor of building.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Cutting Surfaces (C)
Cutting boards in meat prep area will need to be resurfaced or replaced. They have deep dark scores and not sure if bleach will clean up.
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.
590.006/6-201.16-C
Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)
Clean walls in walk ins. and water build up on floor. Clean condencer in fish walk in.
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
590.006/6-201.16-C
Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)
Tiles wall by walk in in fish department has broken and missing wall tiles. Repair.
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