THE BARKING CRAB
FAILWednesday, December 13, 2023 at 3:32 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
What appears to be mice droppings near potbelly stove in bar area.In cabinet in bar area. Clean and disinfect the area. Provide updated IPM pest report upon reinspection.
Why This Matters
SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.
Code Requirements
IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.
590.005/5-403.12-C
Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater (C)
Observed worker discard mop greywater through outside decking into ocean below. Discontinue. Approved variance states to be discarded into toilets on site.
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.
590.005/5-501.113-C
Covering Receptacles (C)
Dumpsters outside with no lids. Provide.
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.
590.005/5-501.116-C
Cleaning Receptacles (C)
Outside grease receptacles with buildup of soils and surrounding area. Clean to remove. Contact rendering company and request new receptables with tight lids.
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 cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Doors to enclosed patio with gaps at seams bar door missing door sweep several openings at baseboards in enclosed patio seating area. Seal any and all potential entry points throughout the building with pest proof materials.
Why This Matters
PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.
Code Requirements
Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.
590.006/6-501.110-C
Using Dressing Rooms and Lockers (C)
Shoes strewn in back area and on top of refrigerator. Store properly and seperately. Provide lockers if necessary.
Why This Matters
EXTREME CONTAMINATION RISK: Shoes carry 421,000+ bacteria including E. coli (96% of shoes), C. diff (39% of shoes), and other fecal bacteria. Direct contact with food areas transfers these pathogens immediately. Studies show shoes track in more bacteria than toilet seats.
Code Requirements
Remove ALL personal items from food areas IMMEDIATELY. Establish designated storage: employee lockers/areas completely separate from food; at least 6 feet from any food prep; in separate room if possible. This is a CRITICAL violation requiring immediate correction.
590.006/6-501.113-C
Storing Maintenance Tools (C)
Mop bucket stored with soda syrup on back outside storage room. Store elsewhere. Brooms stored outside on the ground store elevated.
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.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Several pots and out of use equipment in outside area. Remove. Remove all items off the floor. Clean and organize outside storage sheds to prevent conditions of harborage.
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.
590.008/8-103.15-C
Variances (C)
Mop water being discarded outside in violation of variance. Retrain staff.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.008. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.