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Thursday, February 21, 2019 at 7:02 PM

Address
1917 DORCHESTER
Dorchester, MA 02124
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
50 inspections
22 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 12-3--301.11

Prevention of Contamination from Hands

Employee observed dicing cilantro without the use of gloves. Discontinue and ensure all staff wear gloves while preparing any ready to eat foods.

Why This Matters

Inadequate handwashing is a leading cause of foodborne illness transmission

Code Requirements

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

⚠ MAJOR 01-3-203.12

Tags & Records

Shell stock tags not being maintained for the minimum reuirement of 90 days. Discontinue and ensure all tags are being maintained for the appropriate amount of time.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 01.3.203
• MINOR 14-4-202.11

Food Contact Surfaces Design

Chute to then ice machine with a sludge like substance. Clean to remove.

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 14.4.202
• MINOR 15-4-202.16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

Small portable fryer in the kitchen area not under any kind of hood or ventilation system. Provide or remove.

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 37-6-201.11

Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed

Ceiling tile missing above the pizza oven. Replace.

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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