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Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at 11:24 PM

Address
304 WESTERN AV
Brighton, MA 02135
Category
FS
Violations
8 total
⚠ 4 major
Facility History
18 inspections
8 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-203.12-PF

Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)

Shellstock tags observed stored in a large container not dated with last served/sold. Maintain shellstock tags stored in chronological order for 90 days properly dated with the last served/sold

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 food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-603.11-PF

Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)

Consumer advisory on the menu missing the disclosure. Provide proper disclosure stating (*)items are served raw undercooked cooked to order. (*) asterisk all necessary items

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 food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Evidence of roach activity under/around water heater location.Provide full pest report upon re-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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
⚠ MAJOR 590.007/7-102.11-PF

Common Name-Working Containers (Pf)

Provide labels on all chemical spray bottles.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.007. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007 | FDA Code: Section 7
• MINOR 590.004/4-501.11-C

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Commercial sanitizer dispenser not producing proper PPM dilution.Repair PIC instructed staff to manuelly prepare sanitizer

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 590.004/4-502.11-C

(A) and (C) Good Repair and Calibration-Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices (C)

High temp dish machine rinse guage reading 160F.Repair Maintain rinse 180-194F or per manufactures instructions. Color changing test strip reading in compliance Wash temp reading 158F

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 temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.112-C

Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)

Remove/replace soiled glue trap from under water heater.

Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Flies carry 100+ pathogens, land on feces then food. Transfer 2 million bacteria per landing. Roaches spread 33 bacteria types, 6 parasitic worms. One roach can contaminate entire kitchen overnight. Major asthma trigger.

Code Requirements

Eliminate immediately: Kill visible pests, Find and eliminate breeding sites, Fix all screens/seal openings, Remove standing water, Clean drains weekly, Professional treatment if over 5 insects seen, Install fly lights/traps.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.13-C

Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)

Clean the floor under/around the water heater to remove soils. & evidence of insect activity

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
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