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Sprinkle's Ice Cream

FAIL

Monday, March 28, 2016 at 3:39 PM

Address
100-199 FANEUIL HALL MARKET PL
North End, MA 02109
Category
FT
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
42 inspections
8 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-102.11

PIC Knowledge

No current CFPM on site full time. Certificate posted is for manager of several establishments in fanuil hall. Provide CFPM certification for employee who is able to take active managerial control. Provide one full time or two part time CFPM manager certifications.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper management & personnel procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

• MINOR 14-4-202.11

Food Contact Surfaces Design

Dairy dispensing tube not cut on bias. Ensure tube properly cut slanted.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 14.4.202
• MINOR 21-3-304.14

Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize

Observed sponge in warewashing area. Remove.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 21.3.304
• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Floors

Floor inside walkin freezer with heavy buildup and food debri. Clean to remove.

Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RESERVOIR: Damaged floors harbor bacteria in cracks. Standing water breeds Listeria, Pseudomonas. Broken tiles create pest harborage. Floor contamination spreads via shoes, equipment wheels, and dropped items. CDC found floor drains positive for Listeria in 40% of retail delis.

Code Requirements

Floors must be: Smooth and non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains (1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot); Coving at wall junctures sealed; No cracks, holes, or missing tiles; Grout intact and sealed; Cleaned daily or more frequently; Dry except when cleaning.

Corrective Actions

Schedule floor repairs within 30 days; Seal all cracks immediately with approved sealant; Improve drainage to eliminate standing water; Increase cleaning frequency; Replace missing tiles; Re-grout as needed; Remove any carpeting from food areas

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(A) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
• MINOR 42-6-501.113/.114

Premises Maintained

Broken milkshake machine at front counter not in use per PIC. Remove equipment not in use.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 42.6.501
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