Did The Smoke Shop- K2 pass their Boston health inspection?

The Smoke Shop- K2 passed their inspection on May 10, 2022.

Where is The Smoke Shop- K2 located?

The Smoke Shop- K2 is located at 80 CAUSEWAY ST, Boston, MA.

The Smoke Shop- K2

Q: What critical health violations were found at The Smoke Shop- K2?

Critical violation: (A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P). 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.

PASS

Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at 3:44 PM

Address

80 CAUSEWAY ST

West End, MA 02114

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P

✓ Corrected

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Cooked Sausages @ 53f Cooked Chicken wings @ 48f Cooked Beef @ 50f Ensure cold hold of 41f or below at all times. (Products gor delivered from Assembly mall store spoke with Matheus about ensuring all products kept 41f or below during storgae and delivery)

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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