TAIWAN CAFE
FAILMonday, December 7, 2020 at 5:13 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Baby sprouts and other sliced produce observed beingleft out at room temperature. Discontinue and store all TCS foods at below 41F. Food items to be removed and placed into a cooler that is being maintained at below 41F.
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.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
No paper towels observed at either hand sinks in the back preparation room. Provide.
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.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Squeeze bottles filled with sauces have no labels. Provide.
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.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper sanitizign solution.
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.
590.003/3-305.12-C
Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)
Bags of rice observed being stored in the mop sink. Discontinue and store all foods in a clean and sanitized manner. Containers of food osberved being stored on the ground in the main kitchen area. Discontinue and store all foods elevated a minimum of 6 inches off the ground. Containers of meat and bag of carrots observed being stored on the grpound of the walk-in cooler. 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 food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Interior of the single door upright True Freezer visibly soiled. 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.
590.006/6-501.112-C
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Sticky fly paper observed being hung over preparation table. Discontinue and remove fly paper during operationla hours.
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.