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Monday, April 3, 2023 at 4:13 PM

Address
5 KNAPP ST
Chinatown, MA 02111
Category
RF
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 2 critical
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
10 inspections
5 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-306.11-P

Food Display-Preventing Contamination by Consumers (P)

Multiple containers of dried foods for self service without covers or protection from possible contamination from consumers. Provide covers.

Why This Matters

Cross-contamination can spread dangerous pathogens throughout the facility

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.004/4-602.11-P

Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (P)

Pickled mustard root being cut nd packaged without 3 compartment sink used for cleaning and sanitizing knives and cutting surface. Dicontinue cutting mustard root without benefit of wash/sanitize procedure.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-602.11-PF

Food Labels (Pf)

Multiple items for sale without complete labeling. Foods for retail self service must have complete labeling information on the package.

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 food labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-204.112-PF

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (Pf)

Thermometer in retail cooler not functioning. Provide working thermometer to monitor refrigerator temperature.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
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