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Starbucks Coffee

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Monday, November 9, 2020 at 5:34 PM

Address
440 WILLIAM F MCCLELLAN HW
East Boston, MA 02128
Category
FT
Violations
4 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
45 inspections
14 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Covid 19 regulations not observed properly. No posters placed with covid 19 compliance steps. No marks every 6 feet for the waiting line at the register. Waiting Chairs placed next to each other at front lobby. Provide proper compliance.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(D) | FDA Code: Section 2
• MINOR 590.003/3-305.11-C

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Boxes with coffee beans placed on the floor at lower level. Provide.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.003/3-501.13-C

Thawing (C)

Observed sandwiches thawing in ambient temperature (35F). PIC placed them in refrigerating unit. Thaw properly under temperature control.

Why This Matters

SURFACE CONTAMINATION: Room temperature thawing allows surface to reach 70°F+ while interior frozen. Bacteria multiply 7-fold every hour. Creates perfect conditions for Salmonella, Campylobacter growth. Major factor in poultry-related illnesses.

Code Requirements

Approved thawing methods ONLY: Under refrigeration (best), Under cold running water (70°F) in sink, In microwave if cooking immediately, As part of cooking process. NEVER at room temperature. Plan ahead for slow thawing.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.006/6-301.14-C

Handwashing Signage (C)

Hand sink near three bay sink without proper signage. Provide.

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.

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