Pikalo J.P.
FAILWednesday, July 20, 2022 at 5:06 PM
Violations Cited
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Ensure the acting PIC / manager for the day shift has a current food safety certificate on site - one on the wall does not coincide with the manager during time of inspection
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(C). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.002/2-402.11-C
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Ensure all food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints when working with foods
Why This Matters
CONTAMINATION RISK: Average person sheds 50-100 hairs daily. Each hair can carry up to 1 million bacteria. Staphylococcus aureus from hair causes rapid food poisoning (1-6 hours) with severe nausea, vomiting, and cramps. Cannot be killed by reheating once toxin forms.
Code Requirements
All staff handling food MUST wear: hairnets, caps, or effective hair restraints covering all hair; beard nets for facial hair over 1/4 inch; no loose hair touching shoulders. Provide hair restraints for all staff immediately.
590.003/3-302.11-C
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Ensure all foods are stored properly inside all refrigeration / freezer units - visibly segragate areas for produce - fully cooked foods -raw foods to reduce potential 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.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Clearly label to identify the contents inside of all bulk food storage bins where needed in the kitchen
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.
590.005/5-501.15-C
Outside Receptacles (C)
Clean around and inside of the outdoor trash receptacles in the back to remove all loose trash and debris - keep lids tightly fit when not in use
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-201.18-C
Walls and Ceilings Studs Joists and Rafters (C)
Clean blades of the ceiling fan above the service case from visible dirt dust and debris
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
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Clean to remove all unecessary items and loose debris not affiliated with restaurant - remove all used equipment from the previous restaurant that will not be in working operation
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.