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Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 3:31 PM

Address
46 WASHINGTON ST
Dorchester, MA 02121
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 2 critical
Facility History
69 inspections
29 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-302.11-P
✓ Corrected

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)

Open carton of raw whole shell eggs observed being stored directly above ready to eat foods. Discontinue and store all foods appropriately to ensure no cross contamination from raw eggs.

Why This Matters

DIRECT CONTAMINATION PATH: Raw chicken contains Salmonella (23% of samples) and Campylobacter (71% of samples). One drop of raw chicken juice can contaminate entire shelf below. Results in 1-3 million US illnesses annually.

Code Requirements

REORGANIZE IMMEDIATELY - Top to bottom: Ready-to-eat foods, Fish/Seafood (145°F), Whole meat/pork (145°F), Ground meat (155°F), Poultry (165°F) on bottom. Use separate coolers if needed. Cover all foods. Train all staff on proper order.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P
✓ Corrected

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Sliced deli cheese meats and other food products inside of the walk-in cooler with elevated temperatures between 49-52F. Technician had been on site but wak-in still does not appear to be functioning properly. Address and disocontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a tmperature of below 41F. Technician is schuduled to be on site today 2/5/2025.

Why This Matters

RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

Code Requirements

Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-202.16-C
✓ Corrected

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Walk-in cooler with a slightly elevated temperature around 47F possibly due to the door being left open for an extended period of time. Card board being used to line several storage shelves in the back preparation room. Discontinue and ensure all surfaces remain cleanable durable and smooth. Address and discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F. Technician called at the time of the inspection.

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
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