Teazzi Tea Shop - Boston
PASSFriday, October 21, 2022 at 4:05 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.14-P
Cooling (P)
Cooked oats from previous day in cooler at 52-56F. Discarded by PIC. Provide wide metal pans for properly cooling cooked oats and other foods to ensure time and temperature requirements for cooling are met to prevent possible contamintation.
Why This Matters
TOXIN FORMATION: Clostridium perfringens spores survive cooking and germinate during slow cooling. Produce toxin that causes violent illness. Responsible for 1 million illnesses annually. Large batches can take 24+ hours to cool unsafely.
Code Requirements
Cool rapidly using: Shallow pans (2 inches max), Ice baths with stirring, Blast chiller, Cut large items into portions, Add ice as ingredient. NEVER cool at room temp. NEVER stack hot containers. Monitor with thermometer. Document cooling times.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Case of mangoes on the floor in back storage. Store foods elevated to prevent contamination.
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)
Soils under service line sinks. Clean and maintain to avoid attracting pests.
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.