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Rompe Dieta Restaurant

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Friday, November 24, 2023 at 6:11 PM

Address
14 HANCOCK ST
Dorchester, MA 02125
Category
FS
Violations
16 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 3 major
Facility History
18 inspections
11 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.004/4-201.12-P
✓ Corrected

Food Temperature Measuring Devices (P)

Replace the chlorine test strips that have been compromised

Why This Matters

Improper temperatures allow rapid bacterial growth, potentially causing severe 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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
✓ Corrected

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

PIC needs to dom a much better job in the overall cleanliness of the restaurant - at the end of every evening a thorough cleansing should be done on all food contact surfaces - floors as well as to wash-rinse and sanitize all utensild pots and pans that were in use throughout the day

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(D) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.11-PF
✓ Corrected

Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

No soap at any hand sink - replace

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Evidence of rodent activity in the restaurant - a visible mouse sighting and mouse droippings were observed inside the restaurant during the inspection - contact your pest control as we discussed and to provide an IPM report as discussed

Why This Matters

SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.

Code Requirements

IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.003/3-307.11-C
✓ Corrected

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Remove al;l foods being stored directly on the floors and keep them elevated at least six inches off the floors

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 safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-101.17-C
✓ Corrected

Wood Use Limitation (C)

remov e all wooden cutting boards that appear compromised with cracks and burn marks

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.004/4-204.120-C
✓ Corrected

Equipment Compartments Drainage (C)

Ensure each basin inside the three bay sink has its own drasin plug

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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.004/4-301.13-C
✓ Corrected

Drain boards (C)

Ensure there is a clean and segragated are to store clean pots and pans when needed to air dry

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C
✓ Corrected

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Clean inside and outside of all refrigeration / freezer units - exterior of all cooking equipment - all counter and table tops - shelving units from visible food spills

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.004/4-603.12-C
✓ Corrected

Preclearing (C)

Clean to remove stubborn food soils before attempting to clean and sanitize them inside the three bay sink - pans sitting in the "wash "basin containing visible burnt food debris

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.005/5-501.15-C
✓ Corrected

Outside Receptacles (C)

Keep the inside and outside of all trash receptacles in the alleyway free from loose food waste and ensure the covers are being placed on tightly after 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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.006/6-101.11-C
✓ Corrected

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Clean kitchen floors and the walls behind the cooking line from visible food spills

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.11-C

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Repair remaining compromised areas of the floor under the cooking equipment and the wooden shelves in the back room where needed

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.114-C

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Clean to remove all broken and unused equipment collecting soils located in the rear of the kitchen as discussed

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.114-C
✓ Corrected

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Clean to remove all bikes broken mechanical equipment and personal belongings not affiliated with the restaurant

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR L1

Expired tags on the fire estinguishers [2] and the hood sticker - PIC was scheduling a professional hood cleaning during time of inspection

Why This Matters

Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected

Code Requirements

Must comply with all applicable food code requirements

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