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Saratoga Convenience

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Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at 1:45 PM

Address
655 SARATOGA ST
East Boston, MA 02128
Category
RF
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
24 inspections
8 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.004/4-501.111-P

Manual Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (P)

Establishment unable to perform proper warewashing (no three bay sink or dish machine) using scoops to dispense ice slush. Discontinue until proper warewashing is provided.

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 590.002/2-501.11-PF

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

No clean-up kit and procedures for vomiting and dirrheal events. 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 590.002. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.16-C

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

Ceiling tiles at the corner retail area stained and damaged. Replace.

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
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.114-C

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Large amount of trash/not in use items at the lower level. Remove.

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 590.006/6-501.12-C

Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)

Floor at the lower level very soiled. Clean properly.

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 cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department