SIMCO'S RESTAURANT
🚫 CLOSED BY HEALTH DEPARTMENTWednesday, May 1, 2024 at 5:04 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Haddock at the service line 47F. Ensure that unit is at 41F and all cold holding food items are at 41F or below.
Why This Matters
RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.
Code Requirements
Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.
590.005/5-203.14-P
Backflow Prevention Device When Required (P)
Observed direct to waste at the prep sink. Contact a licensed plumber to fix the issue. The food prep sink must be indirect to waste.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
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.
590.005/5-205.15-P
System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Observed a leak under the sanitizer bay at the 3 bay sink. Repair Observed a leak under the hand sink next to the 3 bay sink. Repair
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
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.
590.005/5-205.15-P
System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Observed grease trap leaking. Clean and repair grease trap. Remove odors coming from the grease trap located in the basement. Clean to remove order. Provide proper access to the basement. Repair stairs leading down to the basement.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
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.
590.007/7-204.11-P
Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)
Quats sanitizer concentration is above 500ppm. Maintain at 200-400ppm. Properly set- up sanitizer solution to the correct concentration. Correced on site. 400ppm.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.007. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Date marking is not being maintained. Ensure that all foods being held over 24 hours at 41F or below are datemarked. Tuna and seafood salad.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
No paper towels at the hand sink next to the 3 bay sink. Provide paper towels inside dispenser.
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.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Evidence of live cockroache on the back side of the 4 burner stove. Evidence of dead cock roaches inside the 4 burner stove. Provide a detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator. Enusure that the entire establishment is inspected. Basement inside and outside. Stove has been removed by the owner during the 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.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Provide proper food grade container for the ketchup. Discontinue using cans.
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.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Observed soil under the hood under the 4 burner stove. Clean to remove soil. Observed soil behind the pepsi refrigerator. Clean to remove soil. Observed soil blade on the can opener. Clean to remove soil. Remove stained soil cardboard from non working fryolater.
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.
590.005/5-501.11-C
Outdoor Storage Surface (C)
Observed the dumpster and grease trap being stored on the grass. Remove dumpster and grease trap off of the grass and onto pavement.
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 storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-501.114-C
Using Drain Plugs (C)
Provide 3 drain plugs for the 3 bay sink.
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.
590.005/5-501.115-C
Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)
Clean and organize the basement. Remove all unnessarry items equipment. Remove anything that is wet and damaged.
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.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Re grout floor in front of 3 bay sink. Remove staqinant water on floor in the basement.
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.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Observed soil under the fryolators. Clean to remove soil.
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
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Provide proper door sweep on the big garage like door. Ensure that no day light comes through. Provide door sweep to the door in the basement. Ensure that no day light comes through.
Why This Matters
PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.
Code Requirements
Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.
590.006/6-301.14-C
Handwashing Signage (C)
No hand wash signage next to the hand wash sinks. Provide proper signage at each hand sink.
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.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Observed the vent not working unisex bathroom. Repair vent inside the bathroom. Observed the toliet paper roll missing. Repair toilet paper roll inside the bathroom. Observed one of the fryolator bays not working. Repair the fryolator.
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.