PRIMO'S RESTAURANT
🚫 CLOSED BY HEALTH DEPARTMENTFriday, December 20, 2019 at 3:54 PM
Violations Cited
590.002/2-301.12-P
Cleaning Procedure (P)
Observed multiple employees not using soap to wash hand no cold water at hand sink soap dispenser not working - Kitchen/prep/ware washing
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Multiple priority priority foundation and core violations noted on inspection. The certified food protection manager must train all employees in food safety and sanitation as it relates to their assigned duties per code.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.002/2-301.15-PF
Where to Wash (Pf)
Observed employee rinsing hands at 2 bay sink
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Food Labels (Pf)
Prepacked food items for "Grab and Go" Customer Self service not labeled
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.
590.004/4-302.13-PF
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Temperature Measuring Devices: Requires an irreversible registering temperature indicator for mechanical warewashing
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-501.112-PF
Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)
Unable to determine high temp dish machine is sanitizing - Error on gauges and no irreversible thermometer
Why This Matters
Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-202.12-PF
Handwashing Sinks Installation (Pf)
Doing food prep behind counter - no hand washing facilities. The only hand washing sink is located in the back area and is blocked and not properly supplied
Why This Matters
WITHOUT HOT WATER: Bacteria removal drops by 75%. Studies show proper handwashing with hot water and soap removes 99.9% of bacteria, while cold water only removes 25%. This dramatically increases risk of spreading E. coli, Salmonella, and Norovirus - responsible for 89% of foodborne illness outbreaks.
Code Requirements
Immediate action required: Provide hot water (100-120°F) at ALL handwashing sinks. Install water heater if needed. Temporary solution: heat water for handwashing until repairs complete. Staff must wash hands every 30 minutes, after touching face/hair, handling raw foods, using restroom.
590.005/5-204.11-PF
Handwashing Sinks-Location and Placement (Pf)
No hand sink in front prep area at counter - Only hand sink is located in the back prep/ware washing an is not properly supplied not easily accessable and was blocked during inspection
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Observed employee wiping hands on cloth towel - PIC took corrective action
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Bulk food containers not labeled - Kitchen/prep/ware washing/storage
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.
590.004/4-502.11-C
(A) and (C) Good Repair and Calibration-Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices (C)
Chipped paint on shelving - Throughout kitchen/prep/ware washing/storage areas Rust on bottom shelving of prep tables - Kitchen/prep/ware washing No splash guard between hand sink and prep table - Kitchen/prep/ware washing Exposed wood on pizza pan storage bin - Kitchen/prep
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 temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Built up soils on all shelving and attachments throughout kitchen/prep/ware washing/basement Built up soils on interior and exterior of refrigeration/freezer units kitchen/prep/basement Built up soils on grease trap - Ware washing Built up soils on exterior of all bulk food containers - Kitchen/prep/ware washing/storage Pizza pan storage bin heavily soiled with built up soils - Kitchen/prep/storage
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.
590.005/5-501.15-C
Outside Receptacles (C)
No waste receptacles for trash storage in rear of exterior of establishment No grease bin to stored used grease in.
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.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Heavily built up soils on floor walls ceilings and attachments - Kitchen/prep/ware washing/basement/bathroom/storage areas Built up grease on hood above cooking equipment
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean
590.006/6-301.14-C
Handwashing Signage (C)
Handsink signage at hand sinks in kitchen/ware washing/bathroom areas are worn - provide proper signage
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 personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Stained ceiling tiles in food prep area. Ceiling tiles in food prep/ware washing areas are not smooth durable and easily cleanable Walls in basement storage with chipping paint Exposed wood on floor in bathroom Screen door in disrepair - Main rear door closed by PIC during inspection
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.
590.006/6-501.113-C
Storing Maintenance Tools (C)
Mop bucket and mops brooms etc stored outside rear of establishment
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.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Unused and unnecessary artiles stored in basement of establishment
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.