Tremont Variety
FAILMonday, October 7, 2024 at 4:31 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-302.11-P
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Packages of raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat foods in refrigerator. Store raw eggs below ready to eat packaged foods. Corrected on site
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.
590.006/6-404.11-PF
Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)
Expired foods in retail refrigerator and on shelves: eggs keifer chips salami packets cookies and hummus cups. Removed by PIC. Discard expired perishable foods. Offer "best by" expired foods (chips & cookies) for discount on separate shelf.
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.