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SHENANAGANS BAR

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Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at 8:00 PM

Address
332 W BROADWAY
South Boston, MA 02127
Category
FS
Violations
9 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
51 inspections
25 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-202.16-P

Ice (P)

Clean interior of ice machine around the lid and underneath the front filter ice is considered food and shall be addressed as such

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

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 590.003/3-302.11-C

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)

Ensure all foods are stored at least six inches off the floor during storage including refrigeration / freezer units All foods should be be put away in a timely fashion to reduce potential contamination. Frozen foods slacking in the 95F kitchen while waiting to be put away ensure all raw foods are stored underneath or completely segragated from ready to eat foods

Why This Matters

DIRECT CONTAMINATION PATH: Raw chicken contains Salmonella (23% of samples) and Campylobacter (71% of samples). One drop of raw chicken juice can contaminate entire shelf below. Results in 1-3 million US illnesses annually.

Code Requirements

REORGANIZE IMMEDIATELY - Top to bottom: Ready-to-eat foods, Fish/Seafood (145°F), Whole meat/pork (145°F), Ground meat (155°F), Poultry (165°F) on bottom. Use separate coolers if needed. Cover all foods. Train all staff on proper order.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.003/3-304.14-C

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

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 590.004/4-101.11-C

Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)

Outdoor seating area has new picnic style tables that appear to be porous - ensure all surfaces are clean smooth durable and non-absorbant especially during the current COVID-19 pandemic

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 590.004/4-202.12-C

CIP Equipment (C)

Clean to remove all visible food spills stains ad soils inside and outside of all refrigeration / freezer units all cooking equipment exterior of all bulk food containers inside the microwave and underneath all mprep table shelving units

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 590.004/4-202.18-C

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Remove the filters in the hood that are heavily soiled and clean as discussed.Restaurant does not have to wait for a scheduled cleaning company to address this issue. Filters are removeable and should be cleaned when there is an accululation of visible soils

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 590.004/4-803.11-C

Storage of Soiled Linens (C)

Soiled linen inside a linen bag is stored on the floor directly beside the rear delivery door store elevated and away from potential areas that may attract rodents

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Clean floors throughout the facility including the refrigerated walk-in units from all food spills stains and soils

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-301.14-C

Handwashing Signage (C)

Ensure nall hand sinks are properly identified tthroughout the restaurant including the bar area

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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