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Stop & Shop No. 053

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Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at 4:57 PM

Address
713 E BROADWAY
South Boston, MA 02127
Category
RF
Violations
3 total
Facility History
84 inspections
39 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 34-5-501.111/.115
✓ Corrected

Outside Storage Improperly Maintained

6-202.19 Outdoor Walking and Driving Surfaces Graded to Drain: Exterior walking and driving surfaces shall be graded to drain. Outside parking lot in poor condition with several pot holes with standing water. Resurface to grade to drain properly.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 34.5.501
• MINOR 36-6-201.11
✓ Corrected

Floors Designed Constructed Installed

Raw concrete soiled floors observed in produce cooler and dairy cooler. Clean and resurface floors with smooth durable non porous easily cleanable material.

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

FDA Code: Section 36.6.201
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

FRP paneling on walls in dairy cooler observed in disrepair and seperating from walls. Make all repairs necessary to maintain smooth durable non porous & easily cleanable surfaces.

Why This Matters

OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION: Peeling paint and debris fall into food. Condensation on ceilings drips bacteria onto prep surfaces. Studies found ceiling tiles harbor Bacillus cereus spores. Restaurant ceiling collapse contaminated food service for 200 guests.

Code Requirements

Walls/ceilings must be: Smooth and washable in food areas; Light-colored for easy soil detection; Free of holes, cracks, peeling paint; Sealed at all joints and attachments; Clean and free of grease, dust, cobwebs; Non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture.

Corrective Actions

Repair all holes within 14 days; Repaint with washable paint; Replace damaged ceiling tiles; Seal all penetrations; Clean walls and ceilings monthly; Fix any leaks immediately; Install FRP panels in splash zones

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(B) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department