South Boston Market
PASS W/ CONDITIONSMonday, February 22, 2021 at 8:14 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-302.11-C
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Ensure all foods are being stored elevated off the floor a minimum of six inches during storage so the floors can be cleaned properl cleaned and to reduce potential water damage from the pooling water and snow being brought in from customers entering the store from outside
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.
590.003/3-307.11-C
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Single use aluminum pans out for retail sale in the grocery aisles are being stored without any coverings or protection as well as exposing the interior of the pan - invert pans as discussed and / or provide some form of protection as discussed during 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.
590.003/3-602.11-C
Food Labels (C)
Properly label to identify all bulk food containers and any other foods out for retail sale that may need to be addressed accordingly
Why This Matters
Improper labeling can lead to using wrong or expired ingredients
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.