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Sweet Rice

FAIL

Monday, August 12, 2019 at 3:51 PM

Address
187 MAIN ST
Charlestown, MA 02129
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
32 inspections
15 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF

Assignment (Pf)

There is no person in charge assigned when the manager is not at the location. Provide a manager during all operational hours who can test rice monitor food safety and answer questions.

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(A) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.008/8-103.12-PF

Conformance with Approved Procedures (Pf)

They have not logged the pH of the rice since June 17th. Make sure the pH is tested and recorded for each batch of rice.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.008. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.008 | FDA Code: Section 8
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

The fryer is soiled with grease buildup. Clean. The hood vent is soiled with drippign grease. Clean. The floors under the cooking line are soiled. Clean to remove. The refrigeration is soiled with food buildup. Clean to remove.

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 590.005/5-403.12-C

Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater (C)

The basement gets water whenever it rains. Properly dispose of water.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.006/6-202.15-C

Outer Openings Protected (C)

The window in the basement is open and there are flies in the basement. Cover open window with a screen to prevent entry.

Why This Matters

PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.

Code Requirements

Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.

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