The Purple Shell
PASSFriday, August 19, 2022 at 5:50 PM
Violations Cited
590.002/2-301.12-P
Cleaning Procedure (P)
Employees are not washing hands with the proper frequency with both cookline handsinks in disrepair. Employees directed to use functioning handsink in warewashing area.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-302.11-P
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Raw chicken store directly next to RTE sauce. COS.
Why This Matters
DIRECT CONTAMINATION PATH: Raw chicken contains Salmonella (23% of samples) and Campylobacter (71% of samples). One drop of raw chicken juice can contaminate entire shelf below. Results in 1-3 million US illnesses annually.
Code Requirements
REORGANIZE IMMEDIATELY - Top to bottom: Ready-to-eat foods, Fish/Seafood (145°F), Whole meat/pork (145°F), Ground meat (155°F), Poultry (165°F) on bottom. Use separate coolers if needed. Cover all foods. Train all staff on proper order.
590.005/5-205.15-P
System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Handsinks at cookline not working. Make all necessary repairs.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
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.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)
Priority violations cited. Provide active managerial control.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(B). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Dumplings in walkin cooler no date markings. COS.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Both cookline handsinks are inoperable with drain pipe detached on one and other one faucet does not turn on and is covered in plastic wrap. Make all necessary repairs.
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.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Evidence of rodent activity with what appears to be rat droppings on floor next to walkin cooler and in dry storage room under shelving. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection. Clean and disinfect all affected areas.
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.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Oyster bushels stored on floor in walkin cooler. COS. Tags attached.
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)
Clean stove top of grease buildup clean walls and ceilings to right side of cookline of grease buildup.
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.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Hole in ceiling tile next to walkin. Missing ceiling tile in back area where pest control maybe treating inside due to rat traps handing in internet wires protruding from ceiling. Replace when finished treatments inside drop ceiling.
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.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Clean vent hood of visible grease.
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 cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.