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Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at 9:37 PM

Address
24 FLEET ST
North End, MA 02113
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
Facility History
22 inspections
4 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 590.003/3-302.11-C

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)

Open bags of flour and other starches being stored on the basement floor after opening - ensure all foods are elevated off the floors a minimum of six inches during storage to reduce any potential contamination - ensure all exposed foods located in any and all refrigeration / freezer units are covered properly during extended periods of refrigeration storage to reduce any 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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.003/3-302.12-C

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Clearly label all bulk food storage containers to properly identify the content - any clear plastic spray bottles shall also be labeled clearly [ water - oil - bleach ] to reduce potential contamination

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.16-C

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

Ensure all ceiling locations above food prep / food storage locations in the basement are [ CLEAN - SMOOTH - DURABLE -NON - ABSORBANT ] Address the areas where we discussed during the inspection

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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