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SIMCO'S RESTAURANT

FAIL

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 6:05 PM

Address
1509 BLUE HILL AV
Mattapan, MA 02126
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
Facility History
67 inspections
26 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 590.005/5-205.15-C

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

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. 5/23/24- Denise is contacting another plumber.

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 590.005/5-501.11-C
✓ Corrected

Outdoor Storage Surface (C)

Observed the grease trap being stored on the grass. Remove grease trap off of the grass and onto pavement. 5/23/24- PIC stated the grease trap is being moved today.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.006/6-202.15-C
✓ Corrected

Outer Openings Protected (C)

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.

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