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TARANTA/LA REINA

PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 8:51 PM

Address
210 HANOVER ST
North End, MA 02113
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
Facility History
17 inspections
5 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 15-4-202.16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

Broken gasket on walk-in freezer allowing ice build up - Repair as discussed

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 15.4.202
• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Floors

Clean floors throughout the entire facility from all visible food spills stains and soils

Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RESERVOIR: Damaged floors harbor bacteria in cracks. Standing water breeds Listeria, Pseudomonas. Broken tiles create pest harborage. Floor contamination spreads via shoes, equipment wheels, and dropped items. CDC found floor drains positive for Listeria in 40% of retail delis.

Code Requirements

Floors must be: Smooth and non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains (1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot); Coving at wall junctures sealed; No cracks, holes, or missing tiles; Grout intact and sealed; Cleaned daily or more frequently; Dry except when cleaning.

Corrective Actions

Schedule floor repairs within 30 days; Seal all cracks immediately with approved sealant; Improve drainage to eliminate standing water; Increase cleaning frequency; Replace missing tiles; Re-grout as needed; Remove any carpeting from food areas

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(A) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
• MINOR 37-6-201.11

Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed

Repair ceilng above small prep area in the corner of the basementv- ceiling shall be clean - smooth - durable and ob-absorbant Repair wrapping around the exposed soda lines in the same area as discussed Replace stained ceiling tiles where needed throughout the facility Clean walls behind the entire cooking line from all visible soil

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

FDA Code: Section 37.6.201
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