Totto Ramen
FAILWednesday, June 14, 2023 at 5:33 PM
Violations Cited
590.002/2-301.12-P
Cleaning Procedure (P)
I observed cook wash his hands and did not dry them off because no papertowel he attempted to dry with wiping cloths - Train staff to wash hands properly
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.
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Bean sprouts at 52F- remove and place in cooler until reach 41F or below
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.
590.004/4-602.11-P
Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (P)
Soiled knives hanging on clean knife rack- remove and properly wash rinse and sanitize
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.
590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF
Assignment (Pf)
At the time of inspectin there was no person in charge I called Katelyn with no answer - Provide a PIC at all times of operation
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(A). 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)
Nothing preprared is date mark in coolers - date mark all products prepared and stored for 24 hors and more
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.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
No test strips to test concentration of sanitizer - Provide testing strips to test concentration I used mines and the sanitizer inside the handsink was too high remove and re do
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 cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
There was no paper towels at the handsink at front sink and there was a bucket inside the back sink filled with sanitizer. - Train staff to wash hands properly with soap and towles to dry hands
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.
590.003/3-305.12-C
Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)
Several sleeves of Pork Belly are thawing underneathe the stairwell after previously told this cannot be done- Repeated violation- remove and place thawed pork inside cooler
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.