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PUSHCART CAFE

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Thursday, October 4, 2018 at 5:39 PM

Address
117 SALEM ST
North End, MA 02113
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 2 critical
Facility History
28 inspections
9 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 12-2-401.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Good Hygienic Practices

The chef is eating in the kitchen. No eating in the kitchen or prep area.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 12.2.401
⚠️ CRITICAL 31-5-204/05.11
✓ Corrected

Location Accessible

There is a cart stored in front of the handsink in the kitchen and they are in service. Remove so employees can wash hands.

Why This Matters

FORCED NON-COMPLIANCE: Blocked sinks force employees to skip handwashing. Studies show 89% compliance when sinks accessible vs 35% when blocked. Each skipped handwash potentially contaminates multiple food items. Inaccessible sinks contributed to Hepatitis A outbreak affecting 660 people.

Code Requirements

Handwashing sinks must be: Accessible at ALL times; Used ONLY for handwashing; Located within 25 feet of food prep; Clear of all equipment and supplies; Never used for food prep, dishwashing, or chemical disposal; Minimum one sink per 5 workers during peak times.

Corrective Actions

Clear ALL handwashing sinks immediately; Post 'Handwashing Only' signs; Relocate any blocking equipment; Provide alternative sinks for other uses; Train staff on sink designation; Monitor hourly for compliance

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005(D) | FDA Code: Section 5-204.11, 5-205.11
• MINOR 17-4-302.14
✓ Corrected

Test Kit Provided

They are using bleach as a sanitizer but they have quats test strips. Provide chlorine test strips so sanitizer levels can be verified.

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 17.4.302
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