Sweet Rice
PASS W/ CONDITIONSTuesday, March 19, 2024 at 3:58 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Discontinue to store raw eggs on cooking line. I found them at 48F. PIC will need to store in refrigerator.
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.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
PIC will need to review all violations with staff so not to happen anymore. General cleaning and repairs should be done as needed. Hand sinks should always have soap towels hot water and not be blocked.
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.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Hamd sink in warewashing was blocked with equipment.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
PIC will need to be sure all hand sinks have a hand soap container.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.002/2-401.11-C
Eating Drinking or Using Tobacco (C)
PIC will need to review with staff not to have drinks and cells phones on cutting boards on cooking line and prep area.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
PIC will need to provide labels for all small and large bulk food conatiners that do not have them.
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.
590.003/3-304.12-C
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
I found in use tings stored on soiled gas pipes and oven doors. Discontinue
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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
PIC will need to provide wiping cloth buckets for the cooking line and basement prep areas.
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 safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Clean in place cooking equipment and dishwasher as discussed. Clean all small and large bulk food containers. This should be done more often. Clean all the shelves in the basement prep area. Clean and remove items on the cooking line shelves that do not have to do with the kitchen or could fall into food.
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.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Clean hood filters on cooking line. Soiled Hood good until May 2024
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.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Cutting Surfaces (C)
PIC will need to clean to remove deep darks stains on cutting board on cooking line and basement prep. If not please replace.
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.
590.004/4-903.11-C1
(A) (B) and (D) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C)
I found multiple knives stored between wall and dishwash drain board. Discontinue
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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
PIC will need to clean the floor under and behind cooking equipment of a heavy grease and food build up. The floor behind freezers in basement of debris food and dead rodent. 3-19-24 At this time the floor behind the cooking line was not cleaned. Heavy grease build up. Please clean to remove and send pictures to my email.
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
590.006/6-501.112-C
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
PIC will need to check traps between inspection from the pest control company. I found dead mice behind freezers in basement. Please email me the last few inspection reports.
Why This Matters
DISEASE VECTORS: Flies carry 100+ pathogens, land on feces then food. Transfer 2 million bacteria per landing. Roaches spread 33 bacteria types, 6 parasitic worms. One roach can contaminate entire kitchen overnight. Major asthma trigger.
Code Requirements
Eliminate immediately: Kill visible pests, Find and eliminate breeding sites, Fix all screens/seal openings, Remove standing water, Clean drains weekly, Professional treatment if over 5 insects seen, Install fly lights/traps.
590.008/8-201.13-C
When a HACCP Plan is Required (C)
PIC will need to get up to date paperwork for the fish being used for the sushi. Please organize the binder for all the paperwork and logs.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
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.