Uphams House of Pizza
PASSFriday, May 2, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.14-P
Cooling (P)
About 7lbs of grilled chicken breast cooked the day before 4.24.25 stored in the 2 door refrigerator unit temp 65F. PIC voluntarily discard and denature the grilled chicken breast. PIC to train staff on cooling process and monitor temperature. Inspector will provide cooling process brochure
Why This Matters
TOXIN FORMATION: Clostridium perfringens spores survive cooking and germinate during slow cooling. Produce toxin that causes violent illness. Responsible for 1 million illnesses annually. Large batches can take 24+ hours to cool unsafely.
Code Requirements
Cool rapidly using: Shallow pans (2 inches max), Ice baths with stirring, Blast chiller, Cut large items into portions, Add ice as ingredient. NEVER cool at room temp. NEVER stack hot containers. Monitor with thermometer. Document cooling times.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
PIC to train staff on violations noted on today's inspection report and provide active managerial control. PIC childrens observed inside the restaurant kitchen area during operational hours. Discontinue
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(D). 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)
Large quantity of prep foods stored in the walkin and refrigerator unit throughout the establishment observed without date marking . Per PIC foods were prep yeaterday 4.24.25 and ealier today 4.25.25. Provide made/discard date to all foods prep before storing
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.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Interior of ice machine observed soiled soda machine and nozzels observed soiled in between equipments observed heavily soiled interor of upright drink refrigerator observed soiled from debris accumulation multiple kitchen applicances (pots containers) stored in the basement area observed soiled and with rodent droppings on top. Clean and sanitize to remove.
Why This Matters
Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Mulitple mice droppings observed downstairs in the basement area (floor storage containers. equipments boxes). Clean and sanitize to remove PIC to email current detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator to: inca.prince@boston.gov
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.
590.002/2-402.11-C
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Multiple staff observed working with RTE foods without hair restraint. Provide and maintain.
Why This Matters
CONTAMINATION RISK: Average person sheds 50-100 hairs daily. Each hair can carry up to 1 million bacteria. Staphylococcus aureus from hair causes rapid food poisoning (1-6 hours) with severe nausea, vomiting, and cramps. Cannot be killed by reheating once toxin forms.
Code Requirements
All staff handling food MUST wear: hairnets, caps, or effective hair restraints covering all hair; beard nets for facial hair over 1/4 inch; no loose hair touching shoulders. Provide hair restraints for all staff immediately.
590.003/3-302.11-C
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Multiple containers of foods stored in walking freezer observed without cover. Provide cover to protect from contamination
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.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Bulk storage bins observed without labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers.
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.
590.003/3-304.12-C
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Portion cup stored in the coleslaw (use proper utensil). Discontinue to prevent contamination by hands
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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Boxes of food items observed stored on the floor in the basement area. Discontinue/ Elevate
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.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Hood system vent observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove.
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.
590.004/4-204.112-C
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
Numerous refrigeration unit observed without a conspicious thermometer. Provide and maintain visible
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 temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Cutting Surfaces (C)
Prep area cutting board observed heavily score. Resurface/ Repair
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.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Floors inside walkins observed heavily soiled from loose debris and food crumbs. Clean to remove
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Backdoor observed missing weather strip entreway to possible pest and rodents. Provide
Why This Matters
PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.
Code Requirements
Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Hood sticker observed expired 3.11.25. Provide updated sticker from a licensed hood cleaning after cleaning.
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.