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Thursday, March 10, 2022 at 5:18 PM

Address
401 WASHINGTON ST
Brighton, MA 02135
Category
FT
Violations
10 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 3 major
Facility History
45 inspections
14 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.007/7-204.11-P

Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)

Quats sanitizer at 3 bay sink from an automated dispenser with a reading of 500+ppm Maintain at 200-400ppm Employee instructed to add water to the sink util proper repairs are made

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007 | FDA Code: Section 7
⚠ MAJOR 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Numerous priority and repeat violations noted on inpection report.

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(B). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(B) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

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

Establishment is currently operating without a valid 2022 Health Permit. Contact the Health Department at 617-635-5326

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Evidence of pest activity in lower level Provide updated pest control report and increase frequency of treatments Numerous large snap traps in basement with a heavier amount located directly below the soda lines and in pooled syrup

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
• MINOR 590.003/3-305.11-C

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Soda lines located in an area of the basement with heavy soils and damage to the ceiling. Properly clean area and make repairs

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 employee thawing packaged cooked meat on top of the hot holding unit at the service line- Reviewed proper thawing methods with the employee and was corrected at the time of the inspection Review with staff

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 590.004/4-101.11-C

Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)

Soda lines in lower level compromised and large amount of syrup had accumumlated on the basement floor- Issue noted on previous inspection reports

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Floor in lower level with large amounts of pooled soda syrup below storage rackes for soda lines- Clean Noted on previous inspection report

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.11-C

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Numerous areas of damage to walls and ceiling in lower level. Ceiling damaged and open in close proximity of where soda lines are stored Make proper repairs

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR L1

Condition of issuance for nonpayment of the 2022 Health Permit Email sent to establishment on 03/09/22 in regards to the non payment

Why This Matters

Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected

Code Requirements

Must comply with all applicable food code requirements

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