THAI BASIL
PASSFriday, August 4, 2023 at 4:52 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-401.14-P
Non-Continuous Cooking of Raw Animal Foods (P)
Establishment is partially cooking chicken to finish cooking at the time of service. Reviewed with the PIC Discontinue
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
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.
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Diced vegetables stored on a cart at the cookline at 72F. Per the PIC the products were removed from refrigeration less than an hour prior to the inspection- Must be held at 41F or below- Corrected at the time of the inspection
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.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Handsink with products in it at the time of the inspection- Corrected
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.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
No paper towels available at handsink in the kitchen- Corrected
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.
590.005/5-205.15-C
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Leaks noted from pipes below 2 of the handwashing sinks- Repair by a licensed plumber
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-305.11-C
Designation-Dressing Areas and Lockers (C)
Employees are storing personal items on shelving used for product storage- Provide designated area
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.