Saigon Seafood Restaurant
PASSFriday, February 28, 2020 at 6:19 PM
Violations Cited
590.004/4-204.116-PF
Manual Warewashing Equipment Heaters and Baskets (Pf)
Final rinse temperature of the high temperature dish machine registering at 255F. Address and ensure the final rinse is meeting the minimum of 180F.
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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-302.13-PF
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
At the time of the inspection there was no temperature measuring device for the dish machine. Provide.
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.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings in the basement preparation area. Address and provide a detailed pest control report for the re-inspection.
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.
590.003/3-305.12-C
Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)
Bag of raw meats observed being stored in small green bucket labeled use for detergents. Discontinue and store all foods in a clean and protected area.
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.
590.003/3-305.14-C
Food Preparation (C)
Frozen duck observed being defrosted under cold running water in the hand sink. Discontinue and ensure all foods are being stored/prepared in a safe and protetced area. Duck was removed at the time of the inspection.
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.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Floor near the single bay sink in the basement is heavily damaged. Address and make all necessary repairs. Tiles near the first 3 door cooler with low grout lines. Address. Several tileson the basement florring damaged. Replace.
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.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Interior of the first 3 door cooler visibly soiled. Clean to remove. Storage shelves in main kitchen area visibly soiled and with food debris. Clean to remove.
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.
590.004/4-903.12-C1
Prohibitions (C)
Knives observed being stored in between wall and preparation table. Discontinue and store all knives in a clean and protected area.
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.